Happening on the Mother Road

Events & Happenings

Movie nights under the stars, holiday celebrations, and brand-new adventures — here’s what’s coming up at the store. New events are added all the time, so check back often.

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Route 66 E-Bike Adventure Pack poster
New Event

E-Bike Trail Adventure Pack

$50 per person

Ride a guided e-bike trail along Historic Route 66 and turn the journey into a day of painting, exploring and family memories. Everything you need is included — just show up ready for adventure.

Every Pack Includes

  • E-bike, helmet & cooled backpack provided for every rider
  • Lunch: choice of turkey, ham or beef bologna sandwich, bag of chips, water bottle, orange & string cheese
  • Laminated keepsake map — route on one side; history, facts & info on the other
  • A printed group photo to take home from the store

On the Trail

  • Paint at the historic Spring House
  • Stop for lunch near Scattered Rock
  • Build a fort — then snap a photo to have printed at the store
  • Follow clues & discover Route 66 history along the way
Movies on the Mother Road — Summer Movie Nights poster
Summer Movie Nights

Movies on the Mother Road

Summer Movie Nights Under the Stars · Starts at Dusk

Come get your flix on Route 66! All summer long we light up the big screen under the stars with family feature films — great movies, good food and good times right here on Historic Route 66. We aim for every other Saturday, but the desert weather likes to have its say, so we'll post each date as we go.

Next Showing Announced as we go — check our Facebook Dates and feature films are posted as each movie night is set. Follow us on Facebook for the next showtime and lineup.

How It Works

  • Movie nights run through the summer at dusk
  • Bring a blanket or lawn chairs and get comfy
  • A new feature film each night — fun for all ages
  • Watch Facebook for the next date, then come early and save your spot

At the Concession Stand

  • Fresh-popped popcorn
  • Hot off the grill hot dogs
  • Ice-cold soda & drinks
  • Candy & movie-night snacks
July 4th Cornhole Tournament at The Old Route 66 Parks Store
Coming Soon

4th of July Celebration

July 4th Parks, AZ · 2026

A full day of red-white-and-blue fun on Historic Route 66 — proud to announce Tammy Ontiveros as this year’s Parks Independence Day Grand Marshall. Bring the whole family and celebrate freedom, community and America!

Cornhole Tournament Teams of two · $25 per team · Cash prize for 1st place Following the Parks parade. Register no later than July 2nd — in person at the store or call (928) 225-0762.

Festivities

  • Parade at 1:00 PM
  • Live music
  • Dunk tank
  • Bounce house

Off the Grill

  • Slow-smoked BBQ
  • Juicy burgers
  • Classic hot dogs
Scott Eats 12lb burrito food challenge at The Old Route 66 Parks Store
Past Event

Scott Eats Food Challenge

12 LB+ Burrito Challenge

YouTuber Scott Eats rolled into The Old Route 66 Parks Store to take on our monster 12 lb+ burrito — bigger than advertised? Watch the full challenge and see if he walked away undefeated.

Watch on YouTube

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