KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Hundreds of historic trucks will roll into Springfield this summer as part of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration, when the American Truck Historical Society hosts its 2026 National Convention & Truck Show.
“ATHS is proud to be an official attraction of the Route 66 Centennial Celebration,” said Courtney Cesar, ATHS convention organizer. “There’s no better way to celebrate Route 66 than with the trucks that helped build it. As a historic hub along Route 66, Springfield provides the perfect backdrop for a gathering that honors the legacy and evolution of trucking.”
2026 National Convention & Truck Show
The weeklong event begins June 2 with trucks arriving at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds. The main show event is scheduled for June 4-6.
Springfield, a key stop along historic Route 66, serves as a fitting host city as the iconic highway marks its 100th anniversary. The event is recognized as an official attraction of Route 66 Centennial Celebration…