Route 66 Run - Stop 16 Litchfield 2026

This is Stop 16 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series, a 6.6K run/walk in Litchfield, Illinois. The event starts at the Ariston Café, a historic Route 66 landmark built in 1935, known for its preservation and significance to the Mother Road. The course is a 6.6K run/walk through Litchfield. Participants can join Enric Casacuberta for a 2.1-mile segment of his solo run along the entire Illinois stretch of Route 66, which honors individuals living with ALS. This series aims to show solidarity with those affected by ALS, with each stop representing a 'sidekick' segment. The event highlights include the 6.6K Route 66 course starting at the Ariston Café, the opportunity to run with Enric for a 2.1-mile segment, the historic Americana of the Ariston Café, the 'Sidekick Spirit' honoring supporters of those with ALS, and a community-driven atmosphere open to all paces and ages. The 6.6K distance symbolizes the 2,400-mile journey of Route 66 and the challenges faced by families dealing with ALS. The event is described as iconic, warm, and deeply connected to the spirit of Route 66, aiming to support Enric's journey, raise ALS awareness, and strengthen a statewide movement.