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Join fellow Fiat enthusiasts for a scenic drive along the historic Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor in Illinois! This iconic stretch of the Mother Road runs from Joliet to Bloomington-Normal and is known for classic roadside attractions, murals, vintage diners, and unforgettable photo ops.

Whether you drive a modern Fiat, classic Fiat, Abarth, or simply love Italian cars, this cruise is all about community, road-trip vibes, and celebrating one of America’s most famous highways — Fiat style.

What to expect:
- Group drive along historic Route 66
- Stops at iconic Route 66 landmarks
- Photo opportunities
- Food, fun, and Fiat friends

Milwaukee Area Meet-Up Details:
College Park & Ride – Southwest corner lot
(South side of College Ave. & west side of I-94)
Meet at 7:00 AM
Depart at 7:15 AM sharp

Drive Plan:
We’ll caravan down toward Joliet with a planned stop at the Old Joliet Prison for some unique photo opportunities (hopefully if there aren’t too many cars there). Please note: we will not be doing the prison tour.

From there, we’ll head to the Joliet Area Historical Museum, where the official Route 66 Red Carpet Corridor cruise begins.

Lunch:
We’ll stop along the route for lunch (location TBD).