Solidarity Sidekick Stop 13 Springfield

Where the Mother Road meets the home of a president — and the heart of our mission.
Welcome to Stop 13 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series — a 6.6K run/walk through Springfield, the capital city of Illinois and one of the most meaningful destinations on the entire Mother Road. Here, the spirit of Route 66 meets the legacy of Abraham Lincoln, creating a powerful backdrop for this chapter of our statewide journey.

This stop centers on the Lincoln Home National Historic Site, where preserved streets, historic homes, and the iconic Route 66 pavement come together in a way that feels both timeless and deeply symbolic. It’s a place where history is alive — and where our mission gains even more weight.

This series also stands in solidarity with Enric Casacuberta, who is running the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66 solo to honor those living with ALS. At each stop, participants join Enric for a 2.1‑mile shared run, a symbolic “sidekick” segment that reminds him — and every family touched by ALS — that no one travels this road alone. Springfield is one of the most meaningful meet‑up points, where courage, community, and history converge.

 
Event Highlights
6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run through Springfield’s historic district, anchored by the Lincoln Home and the preserved Route 66 pavement.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1‑mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey.
Historic Significance: Walk and run where Lincoln once walked — a powerful reminder of leadership, resilience, and legacy.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS.
Community‑Driven: Open to all paces and all ages — Springfield’s pride and hospitality make this stop unforgettable.
Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 13 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch toward the final Illinois miles.
 
Why 6.6K?
Each event in this series honors the Mother Road itself — 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the 2,400‑mile journey of Route 66 and the long, winding road families travel with ALS. Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.