FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

September 30, 2024

KINGMAN’S I ♥ ROUTE 66 FEST RETURNS OCTOBER 11th and 12th

Street Closures Taking Place

KINGMAN, Ariz., – Each year, Kingman’s Route 66 Fest takes place, inviting classic car lovers and food enthusiasts to enjoy the culture of the historic Route 66. This year, the fest returns on October 11th and 12th, starting at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, the 11th, and at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, the 12th. The fest will wrap up at 9:00 p.m. each day.

Notice to motorists: Kindly note that there will be a hard closure on Route 66 (also known as Andy Devine Avenue) between Fairgrounds Boulevard and Harrison Street. The closure will start from Friday, October 11th at 8:00 a.m. and reopen on Sunday, October 13th at 12:00 a.m. A detour route will be available to guide motorists around the closure.

Lewis Kingman Park, a historic park located on Route 66, will host the festival. Visitors can look forward to a variety of activities including craft beers, food trucks, vendors, a mobile zipline, a car show, and exhilarating live music. There is no admission fee for visitors and free parking is available at the adjacent lot at the corner of Route 66 and Fairgrounds Boulevard. Wristbands for rides and activities will be available at $20 per day.

For more information about the Kingman Route 66 Fest or to register for any of the events, visit www.66fest.com.

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About Kingman – Founded in 1882 and incorporated in 1952, Kingman is the county seat of Mohave County located in northwest Arizona along Interstate 40, U.S. 93, and the historically famous Route 66. The city’s total population is about 60,000, including neighboring communities. Kingman operates under a council/city manager form of government with a mayor and six council members elected at large. City government offers an extensive range of municipal services such as administration, development services, engineering, public works, parks and recreation, water, sewer and sanitation services, and fire and police.