Santa Monica and Chicago Celebrate Route 66 with Free Ferris Wheel Rides
Santa Monica And Chicago Unite For Route 66 'Pier To Pier' Celebration

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Santa Monica, California, and Chicago, Illinois, will host a 'Pier to Pier' celebration on Saturday, offering free Ferris Wheel rides for 66 minutes to honor Route 66's history. The event marks the connection between the iconic piers and the recent designation of Navy Pier as the eastern starting point of Route 66.
- 01The celebration takes place on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 11:06 a.m. local time.
- 02Free rides on the Pacific Wheel and Navy Pier's Centennial Wheel will be available for 66 minutes.
- 03The event commemorates the historic link between Chicago and Santa Monica, the two ends of Route 66.
- 04Guests can purchase souvenir ride photos for $6 during the event.
- 05Limited free ride tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
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On Saturday, Santa Monica Pier in California and Navy Pier in Chicago will join forces for a unique 'Pier to Pier' celebration honoring Route 66. Starting at 10 a.m. local time, both piers will offer free Ferris Wheel rides for 66 minutes to commemorate the historic highway that connects them. This event celebrates Navy Pier's recent designation as the symbolic eastern starting point of Route 66 and Santa Monica's status as the western terminus. Jim Harris, Executive Director at Santa Monica Pier, emphasized the importance of this connection, highlighting the nostalgia and excitement of this iconic route. In addition to the free rides, guests can enjoy the Route 66 West Coaster at Pacific Park, featuring vintage-themed decor. Marilynn Gardner, President of Navy Pier, noted that Route 66 symbolizes adventure and exploration. Attendees can capture memories with souvenir photos available for purchase during the event.
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The event encourages tourism and community engagement at both piers, celebrating the cultural significance of Route 66.
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