Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 12- Williamsville 6.6K
Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 12- Williamsville 6.6K is a running race on September 9, 2026 in Williamsville, IL, with an entry fee of $45.
- Date
- September 9, 2026 (39 days to go)
- Location
- 117 N Elm St, Williamsville, IL
- Price
- $45
- Sport
- Running
From the Organizer
A quiet stretch of the Mother Road with a powerful message of solidarity.
Welcome to Stop 12: Williamsville, a 6.6K run/walk through the small but mighty village where Route 66 cuts through open sky, clean pavement, and timeless simplicity. This stop is all about authenticity — no frills, no clutter, just the road, the shield, and the community standing behind the mission.
This series 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 “Sidekick” segment — a symbolic reminder that no one travels this road alone. Williamsville offers one of the most peaceful and meaningful meet‑up points, where the simplicity of the landscape mirrors the clarity of the cause.
⭐ Series Rewards
Every participant receives one official series medal. Each time you complete a stop, you’ll earn a new Route 66 charm to add to your medal — building your collection one town at a time. Your series. Your pace. All for one cause.
⭐ Shirts
Event shirts are optional and can be purchased during registration.
⭐ Event Highlights
6.6K Route 66 Course: A clean, scenic stretch of the Mother Road — open, honest, beautifully simple.
Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1‑mile shared Sidekick segment.
Authentic Route 66 Feel: No distractions — just the shield, the pavement, and the wide Illinois sky.
Sidekick Spirit: Honoring families and supporters walking alongside those facing ALS.
Community‑Driven: Open to all paces — Williamsville’s quiet charm makes this stop unforgettable.
⭐ What You Get
Custom Stop 12: Williamsville 6.6K bib
Williamsville Route 66 charm for your medal
Post‑run refreshments and community celebration
Support for ALS awareness and Enric’s Route 66 mission
⭐ Why 6.6K?
Each event honors the Mother Road — 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the long, winding journey families travel with ALS. Your miles matter. Your presence matters. Your solidarity matters.
⭐ Be Part of the Journey
Williamsville is a reminder that even the quietest places can hold the strongest meaning. When you show up here, you help lift Enric’s journey, amplify ALS awareness, and strengthen a statewide movement built on compassion and courage.
Lace up. Show up. Stand with us. Side by side. Mile by mile. Down Route 66.
Events
Weather
Typical Conditions
It's too far out for a forecast, so here's what weather on this date is normally like in the area. A race day forecast will replace this as race week approaches.
Typical High
82°
Typical Low
58°
Chance of Rain
25%
Based on US Climate Normals data from Springfield Capital Ap, 10 mi from the venue.
Host City
About Williamsville, IL
Population
1,519
as of 2023
City Elevation
603 ft
Nearest Airport
SPI
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport · 10 mi
Major Hub
STL
St. Louis Lambert International Airport · 94 mi
Time Zone
Central Time
From Endurance Grid
A small town race. Lodging near the start could be limited, so book early.
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Days to train
- Race
- Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 12- Williamsville 6.6K
- Date
- September 9, 2026
- Location
- 117 N Elm St, Williamsville, IL
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Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 12- Williamsville 6.6K
Sep 9, 2026