Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - McLean
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Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 10 McLean 6.6K
This event is Stop 10 of a Route 66 series and features a 6.6 kilometer run/walk through the village of McLean, Illinois. The course passes McLean’s historic corridor and is anchored by the McLean Depot Train Shop, reflecting the town’s railroad heritage and Route 66 identity.
Participants take part in a shared 2.1 mile segment with a runner who is completing the Illinois stretch of Route 66 to honor people living with ALS. The shared segment is presented as a symbolic sidekick portion of the statewide journey and is intended to show solidarity with families affected by ALS.
The stop is described as community driven and open to all paces and ages. Registration for this stop opens on May 20, 2026 and closes on June 1, 2026; the stated registration fee is $40.00. The event emphasizes the connection between local history, the Mother Road theme, and support for ALS awareness.
The 6.6 kilometer distance is presented as a symbolic measure linked to the larger Route 66 route and the broader purpose of the series. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.
