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Route 66 Centennial Caravanette


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The Mother Road Turns 100!

Join the Four Corners Unit (4CU) of the Airstream Club International for a once-in-a-lifetime journey as we commemorate the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. This exclusive 12-day “Caravanette” will take 25 Airstreams across the iconic landscapes of New Mexico and Arizona, celebrating the spirit of the open road from 11 September to 23 September,2026.

Register here on Saturday, 9 May 2026 at 8am-ish

The Journey

The caravan will make five stops along Historic Route 66, featuring group meals and curated activities at every turn. Highlights currently being planned include the flexibility to tour the many museums in Albuquerque (Albuquerque Museum, The Pueblo Cultural Center, or the Nuclear Energy Museum), a BBQ dinner in Gallup, and a group tour of the historic La Posada Harvey House in Winslow, AZ.

Itinerary & Accommodations

To foster a shared community experience, participants sign up for the full 12-day itinerary:

  • Sept 11–13: Tucumcari, NM | Blaze-In-Saddle RV Park (FHU)
  • Sept 13–16: Albuquerque, NM | Enchanted Trails RV Park (FHU)
  • Sept 16–18: Gallup, NM | USA RV Park (FHU)
  • Sept 18–20: Winslow, AZ | Homolovi State Park (Electric & Water)
  • Sept 20–23: Williams, AZ | Grand Canyon RV Park (FHU)

Registration & Fees

Final costs are currently being finalized. Once registration is complete, the cost is locked in and will not increase. Any unused portion of the collected rally fees will be refunded to participants following the event.

Caravan fees will include camping for 4 of the 5 sites (one site requires members to book and pay for sites individually), some group meals and activities. Details to come in the registration reminder later this week.

Registration will open at 8am on Saturday, May 9th. Look for the registration reminder along with the registration link at the end of this week.

Important Event Details:

  • Centennial Celebration: This event specifically commemorates the 100th anniversary of the Mother Road.
  • Convenience: Convenience: All five stops have power hook ups, and four out of five stops offer Full Hook Ups (FHU), ensuring comfort throughout the trip across New Mexico and Arizona.
  • Limited Space: The caravan is limited to 25 Airstreams to maintain a close-knit group atmosphere.
  • The Full Experience:  Participants sign up for the full 12-day itinerary.  

Register here on Saturday, 9 May 2026 at 8am-ish


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