2026 AZ Fun Run and Route 66 Centennial Celebration #36
Michael and Deborah take Black Beauty Jag back to Route 66 for the Arizona Fun Run's centennial celebration, where classic cars, international visitors, and small-town Americana come together along the historic Mother Road. Along the way, they reconnect with familiar favorites, including the always-welcoming Deb and Kirsten at Cool Springs Station, explore Oatman and its famous donkeys, and discover that some of the best moments happen outside the official event. Join Chloe and Caesar as they relay Michael and Deborah's latest Black Beauty Jag adventure, where the road, the memories, and the people once again proved to be the heart of Route 66.
This year marked the 100th anniversary of Route 66, and Michael and Deborah headed back to the Arizona Fun Run to experience the celebration from behind the wheel of Black Beauty Jag. While registration challenges kept many longtime participants from officially joining the event, the spirit of the Mother Road was alive and well along every mile of the journey.
"The real spirit of Route 66 still exists between the towns, the people, the roadside shops, the conversations, and the miles themselves." -Chloe [11:49]
From cheering crowds in Seligman to visitors from around the world, this year's Fun Run highlighted Route 66's enduring appeal. Along the way, Michael and Deborah discovered that some of the best moments happen outside the official schedule, where roadside conversations, shared experiences, and unexpected memories become part of the adventure.
- Route 66's 100th anniversary brought together enthusiasts from across the globe.
- The spirit of the Arizona Fun Run lives far beyond official events and registration lists.
- The best memories are often found between the destinations, not at them.
The trip also included stops at familiar favorites, including Cool Springs Station and Oatman, where old memories and new stories came together. Join Chloe and Caesar as they look back on a weekend that celebrated not only a historic highway, but the people, places, and traditions that continue to keep Route 66 alive.
Chapters
- 01:37 The Arizona Fun Run
- 02:52 The Mythology of Route 66
- 04:12 Community Fun During KickOff (Burnouts @ Startup)
- 08:10 Enduring Emotional Connections, Jewelry, Memories
- 11:50 The Spirit of Route 66
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Episode Credits
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00:00 - Untitled
00:59 - Untitled
01:37 - The Arizona Fun Run
02:52 - The Mythology of Route 66
04:12 - Community Fun During KickOff (Burnouts @ Startup)
08:10 - Enduring Emotional Connections, Jewelry, Memories
11:51 - The Spirit of Route 66
