Solidarity Sidekick down Route 66 - Stop 12- Williamsville 6.6K 2026

Description

A quiet stretch of the Mother Road with a powerful message of solidarity. Welcome to Stop 12 of the Solidarity Sidekick Down Route 66 series — a 6.6K run/walk through the small but mighty village of Williamsville, where the Mother Road cuts through open sky, clean pavement, and the kind of Route 66 simplicity that feels timeless. This stop is all about authenticity — no frills, no clutter, just the road, the shield, and the community that stands behind the mission.

This series also 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 run, a symbolic “sidekick” segment that reminds him — and every family touched by ALS — 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.

Event Highlights 6.6K Route 66 Course: A clean, scenic stretch of the Mother Road that captures the true spirit of Williamsville — open, honest, and beautifully simple. Run With Enric: Join him for the 2.1‑mile shared segment as he continues his statewide ALS journey. Authentic Route 66 Feel: No distractions — just the iconic shield, the historic pavement, and the wide Illinois sky. Sidekick Spirit: Honoring the friends, families, and supporters who walk alongside those facing ALS. Community‑Driven: Open to all paces and all ages — Williamsville’s quiet charm makes this stop unforgettable. Series Momentum: Earn your Stop 12 badge as you help carry the Route 66 torch toward the final Illinois miles.

Why 6.6K? Each event in this series honors the Mother Road itself — 6.6 kilometers symbolizing the 2,400‑mile journey of Route 66 and the long, winding road 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’re helping 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.