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Route 66 Route 66 Centennial in Illinois: 2026 Events
Explore confirmed festivals, conferences, exhibitions and anniversary events still ahead across Illinois.
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Brookfield Zoo Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo 2026: Dates & Guide
Review the 2026 dates, hours, tickets, parking and planning tips for Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo.
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Route 66
The Illinois leg of the historic route, from Chicago’s starting points to the stops beyond.
Route 66Where Does Route 66 Start in Chicago? Three Locations Explained
Understand Navy Pier’s symbolic centennial start, the Adams Street Begin sign and Route 66’s original Jackson Boulevard terminus.
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Route 66Route 66 Attractions in Illinois: Chicago to Pontiac
Plan the opening section of an Illinois Route 66 trip with historic stops and practical route-planning guidance.
Plan your stops
Brookfield Zoo
Tickets, seasonal events and what to check before your visit.
Brookfield ZooHotels Near Brookfield Zoo: What to Check Before Booking
Compare location, room needs, parking, dining and hotel policies when planning an overnight visit.
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Brookfield ZooPet-Friendly Stay Near Brookfield Zoo: What to Know
Review Brookfield Zoo’s pet rules, the hotel’s published pet policy and questions to check before travelling with a dog.
Check the pet policy
Brookfield ZooBrookfield Zoo Tickets, Parking & Free Days: Plan Your Visit
Current ticket prices, parking costs, free-day dates and entrance information to check before your visit.
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La Grange & Local Guides
Dining, downtown weekends and the hotel’s own history in Countryside.
Local GuidesLa Grange, IL Restaurants: Where to Eat
Explore dining options in and around downtown La Grange, plus practical information to check before your visit.
Explore dining
Local GuidesA Weekend in La Grange, Illinois: Things to Do, Shop & See
Downtown shopping, historic walks, seasonal events and dining ideas for a weekend visit.
Plan your weekend
Local GuidesThe History of William Tell Hotel
Trace the William Tell story from its documented 1974 restaurant roots to today’s MOD Collection by Sonesta hotel.
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Events & Travel
Getting to and from nearby venues and Midway Airport.
Events & TravelStaying Near Chicago Midway Airport: What to Know
Compare location, transportation, parking and dining before choosing where to stay for a Midway trip.
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Events & TravelSeatGeek Stadium Guide: Parking, Events & Hotels
Parking, rideshare, bag policy and accessibility information for events at SeatGeek Stadium.
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Weddings & Celebrations
Planning guidance for room blocks and intimate celebrations at William Tell.
WeddingsHow Wedding Hotel Room Blocks Work: A Complete Planning Guide
Courtesy vs. contracted blocks, cut-off dates, room counts and the questions to ask before booking.
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WeddingsHow to Plan an Intimate Wedding Near Chicago
Compare guest-count planning, venue layouts, dining and accommodation for an intimate wedding venue.
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Plan Your Stay in Countryside
Visiting Route 66, Brookfield Zoo or Chicago’s southwest suburbs? Explore guestrooms, on-site dining and current availability at William Tell Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta.
Route 66 Centennial in Illinois: 2026 Events
Updated September 2026: explore confirmed festivals, conferences, exhibitions and anniversary events still ahead across Illinois.
See centennial events
Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo 2026: Dates & Guide
Review the 2026 dates, hours, tickets, parking and planning tips for Holiday Magic at Brookfield Zoo Chicago.
Plan your zoo visit
Explore Route 66
Where Does Route 66 Start in Chicago? Three Locations Explained
Understand Navy Pier's symbolic centennial start, the Adams Street Begin sign and Route 66's original Jackson Boulevard terminus.
Read the Route 66 guide
Route 66 Attractions in Illinois: Chicago to Pontiac
Plan the opening section of an Illinois Route 66 trip with historic stops, visitor information and practical route-planning guidance.
Plan your Route 66 stops
The History of William Tell Hotel
Trace the William Tell story from its documented 1974 restaurant roots and Holiday Inn years to today's MOD Collection by Sonesta hotel.
Read the hotel history
Brookfield Zoo & Local Guides
Hotels Near Brookfield Zoo: What to Check Before Booking
Compare location, room needs, parking, dining and hotel policies when planning an overnight visit to Brookfield Zoo Chicago.
Compare zoo-area hotels
La Grange, IL Restaurants: Where to Eat
Explore dining options in and around downtown La Grange, plus practical information to check before planning your visit.
Explore La Grange dining
Staying Near Chicago Midway Airport: What to Know
Compare location, transportation, parking and dining before choosing where to stay for a Midway Airport trip.
Review Midway travel considerations
Pet-Friendly Stay Near Brookfield Zoo: What to Know
Review Brookfield Zoo's pet rules, the hotel's published pet policy and practical questions to check before travelling with a dog.
Check the pet policy
Brookfield Zoo Tickets, Parking & Free Days: Plan Your Visit
Current ticket prices, parking costs, free-day dates and entrance information to check before your Brookfield Zoo Chicago visit.
Check zoo ticket details
A Weekend in La Grange, Illinois: Things to Do, Shop & See
Downtown shopping, historic walks, seasonal events and dining ideas for a weekend visit to La Grange.
Plan your La Grange weekend
SeatGeek Stadium Guide: Parking, Events & Hotels
Parking, rideshare, bag policy and accessibility information for events at SeatGeek Stadium in Bridgeview, Illinois.
Plan your SeatGeek Stadium visit
Weddings & Celebrations
How Wedding Hotel Room Blocks Work: A Complete Planning Guide
Courtesy vs. contracted blocks, cut-off dates, room counts and the questions to ask before booking a wedding room block.
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How to Plan an Intimate Wedding Near Chicago
Compare guest-count planning, venue layouts, dining, accommodation and the questions to ask before choosing an intimate wedding venue.
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Plan Your Stay in Countryside
Visiting Route 66, Brookfield Zoo or Chicago’s southwest suburbs? Explore guestrooms, on-site dining and current availability at William Tell Hotel MOD Collection by Sonesta.
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