Where history, heart, and the Mother Road meet.
Welcome to Stop 8 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series — a 6.6K run/walk through one of the most iconic and beloved Route 66 towns in Illinois: Lexington. Known for its charm, its deep ties to the Mother Road, and the legendary Memory Lane, Lexington offers a backdrop that feels like stepping into the living heartbeat of Route 66 history.

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. Lexington is one of the most meaningful connection points, where the past and present meet on the pavement.

 
Event Highlights
6.6K Route 66 Course: A scenic run through Lexington’s historic corridor, with views and vibes that celebrate the Mother Road.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1‑mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey.
Memory Lane Magic: Experience one of the most treasured Route 66 attractions — a preserved stretch of the original road lined with nostalgia and story.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS.
Community‑Driven: Open to all paces and all ages — Lexington’s warmth makes this stop unforgettable.
Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 8 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch from town to town.
 
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.

 
Be Part of the Story
Lexington is where Route 66 nostalgia comes alive — and where our statewide chain of support grows stronger. When you show up here, you’re helping lift Enric’s journey, amplify ALS awareness, and build a movement rooted in compassion and community.

Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.