It is the only highway in the United States with an international fan club. There are Route 66 associations that organize events and even tours based in Germany, Czechia, Canada, Japan, and the Netherlands. And there are companies that specialize in Route 66 tours with offices in Australia, the UK, New Zealand, Germany, Czechia, and other countries.

On February 14, 2026, Route 66 enthusiasts and car clubs from throughout the southwest will gather in Needles, California for the Route 66 Info Fair at the historic El Garces hotel and depot. Representatives from the California Historic Route 66 Association will be on hand to answer questions, there will be music on the plaza, programs about Route 66 history, and members of the Mohave tribe will be sharing stories of history and culture. Author, artist, and historian Jim Hinckley of the Jim Hinckley’s America network will be signing copies of his latest book, Route 66: 100 Years, a Route 66 centennial anthology.

Make It A Weekend to Remember

Make it a weekend or a week to remember. The Route 66 Info Fair in Needles is but one of many events in the Colorado River Valley and northwestern Arizona scheduled for the next few weeks. And for added incentive the Laughlin Tourism Commission webstie has an expansive day trip guide and event calendar that will transform Laughlin into a holiday destination.

And Joyce Wiley of the Kingman Office of Tourism provided this list of events that will be talking place in a town proclaimed to be the heart of historic Route 66.

February 6 – Satin Steel at Kingman Craft House – It’s almost Satin Steel o’clock! Come pre-game with us and kick off your Friday right! Enjoy great music and all the good vibes. Come FEEL THE STEEL Kingman! 4pm – 8pm. Location: Kingman Craft House, 2215 Hualapai Mountain Rd #A, Kingman. For more information call 928-757-1180.

February 6 – Desert Sky at Sundowner Saloon – Get Ready for a night of country fun at Sundowner Saloon! Join us for an unforgettable evening with Desert Sky as they bring their electrifying acoustic set to our stage! This is Kingman’s local country favorite and you won’t want to miss out on the fun!  Free admission. Friday 6pm – 9pm. Location: The Sundowner Saloon, 4400 Stockton Hill Rd, Kingman. For more information visit https://sundownersaloon.com/.

 February 6 – Emmanuel at The Cellar Door Wine Bar – Come and enjoy live music with Emmanuel! Friday 7pm – 10pm. Location: The Cellar Door Wine Bar, 414 E Beale St, Kingman. For more information call 928-753-3885 or visit https://cellardooraz.com/.

 February 7 – Artisan Palooza Community Craft Fair – Come and shop these wonderful Artisans. Where creativity rocks! Saturday 9am – 2pm. Free admission. Location: Kathryn Heidenreich Adult Center, 1776 Airway Ave, Kingman. For more information call 928-757-2778.

 February 7 – Leonard Interior Live at Hive Five Meadery – Intergalactic journey with Leonard Interior, he is an incredibly talented guitar player. All ages welcome – free admission. Saturday 7pm – 10pm. Location: Hive Five Meadery, 731 E Andy Devine Ave, Kingman. For more information call 928-450-8999.

 February 7 & 8 – Cupids Bazaar & Bake Sale – Come find a special gift for all the loves in your life including yourself! There will be a bake sale, crafters, artists, vendors, seed exchange, gifts and more! Saturday and Sunday 9am to 2pm. Location: 3341 Adobe Rd, Golden Valley.

 February 8 – 3^rd Annual Super Bowl Party & Chili Cook-off at Last Chance Saloon – It’s almost time again for the 3rd Annual Super Bowl Party & Chili Cook-Off! This year we’re giving $100 to 1st place winner and we will be giving away a black stone griddle at half-time! Don’t miss out on the fun. Sign-up sheet for chili cook-off is at the bar! Sunday starts at 4:30pm. For more information call 928-565-9850. Location: Last Chance Saloon, 4105 US Hwy68, Golden Valley.

February 11 – Valentine’s Day Paint & Sip – Join us for an entertaining evening & paint your sweetheart or bestie! Canvas, paints and supplies will be provided. We will have prosecco & chocolates with other beverage items available for purchase! Non-alcohol options will also be available. $50 per couple. Wednesday starts at 6:30pm. Location: Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd, Kingman. Purchase your tickets at https://www.camplife.com/1175/store.

February 13 – 2026 Sweetheart Dinner at Elks Lodge – Join us for the annual Sweetheart Dinner that’s all about good food, friends and supporting the Mohave Livestock Association. We’re serving up a steak dinner followed by a live auction. Reserve your steak dinner by Monday, February 4th! Adults $50, Kids (12 & under) $15. If you are not able to make the dinner, join us for a live & silent auction and socializing for a $10.00 cover fee at the door! Dance to follow dinner. Don’t miss out on this night with your sweetheart for Valentine’s Day! Friday starts at 6pm. Location: Elks Lodge, 900 Gates Ave, Kingman. For more information contact Lisa 702-278-1721 or Kylie 760-713-1629.

February 13 – Casey Frank at The Cellar Door Wine Bar – Make your way down to the Cellar Door Wine Bar for an evening of great live music! Casey Frank will be playing a mix of originals and covers on acoustic and electric guitar. He encourages requests and plays a wide variety of music! Friday 7pm – 10pm. Location: The Cellar Door Wine Bar, 414 E Beale St, Kingman. For more information call 928-753-3885 or visit https://cellardooraz.com/.

February 13 & 14 – Be My Valentine Craft Fair – Love is in the Air… and in Every Booth! Celebrate the season of love, creativity, and community at the Be My Valentine Craft Fair a two day indoor shopping event that brings together the heart of Kingman’s local artisans and small businesses, just in time for Valentine’s Day! Admission is free. Friday 11am to 6pm and Saturday 10am – 5pm. Located at College Park Community Center, 1990 Jagerson Ave, Kingman.

February 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28 – The Phantom Tollbooth at Beale Street Theater – Beale Street Theater invites audiences on an unforgettable journey into the Land of Wisdom with its stage production of The Phantom Tollbooth, inspired by the beloved 1970s film by the same name. Adult tickets are $35, $25 and $15, Teens (12-17) are $15 and $10, Kids (4-11) are $10 and $5. Fridays at 7pm, Saturdays at 1pm & 7pm. Location: Beale Street Theater, 302 Beale St, Kingman. For tickets https://bst.ludus.com/index.php or call 928-530-8432 for more information.

February 14 – DePuy Auction – A collection of antiques and collectibles from area estates and homes. Expect a full day. Bring your lunch or order from local eateries. Location: Mohave County Fairgrounds, 2600 Fairgrounds Blvd., Expo Building D, Kingman.  Saturday 8am – 5pm. For more information contact Dave & Fran DePuy, Auctioneers at 928.692.9404 or visit www.depuyauction.com.

February 14 – Saturday Market Arts & Crafts – Join us for our Saturday Market Arts & Crafts show in Kingman! The event will be held on the second Saturday of each month. Saturday 9am – 3pm. Location: Kathryn Heidenreich Adult Center, 1776 Airway Ave, Kingman.

February 14 – Saying I Do Again at Hive Five Meadery – Say I do again to the things we love! This is a Susan G. Komen Benefit ending breast cancer forever! An Ordained Minister performing wedding vow renewals from 2pm – 6pm. Hosted by Hive Five Meadery and The Canvas, It’s Fire food truck. Live music provided by Dusty Dames and the Park Rangers from 1pm – 3pm and Kingman’s own Cruise Control from 7pm – 10pm. Raffle tickets: $5 per ticket to win a Hive Five Meadery and local business gift basket, a $300 value! Free raffle ticket with purchase of a bottle of mead or purchase of large pizza. Location: Hive Five Meadery, 731 E Andy Devine Ave, Kingman. For more information call 928-450-8999.

February 14 – Krisy Thompson at Castle Rock – Enjoy on Valentine’s Day a live country acoustic show. No cover charge. Saturday 5pm – 8pm. Location: Castle Rock Ranch, 3743 US Hwy 93, Golden Valley. For more information call 928-565-9944.

February 14 – Sportsman’s 90’s R&B Valentine: A Night of Romance – Djlasounds will be spinning classic slow jams, heartthrob, and 90’s R&B!! Special Love cocktails handcrafted just for you! Remember an unforgettable night with the one you love. Saturday 8pm – 12am. Location: Sportsman’s Club, 317 Andy Devine Ave, Kingman. For more information call 928-753-1667.