Foxy Gets Her Kicks...
Location: 303 E Kensington Rd, Mt Prospect, IL 60056
Date: Thursday, April 16, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Event Description
Can you believe we are officially at the halfway mark? In just six months, the world of trackables and coins will descend upon Romeoville for the big festivities in October to Celebrate 100 years of Route 66 and the beginning of many a road trip. To celebrate the milestone, we’re gathering at The Red Barn Restaurant and Brewery in Mount Prospect for an evening of social caching and trackable swapping!
What’s happening at this event:
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Trackable Trading & Discovery: Bring your favorite geocoins and trackables to show off, trade, or move along with fellow enthusiasts.
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Giveaways & Prizes: I will be giving away a few special items! Everyone who signs the event logbook will be entered for a chance to win some geocaching swag to kickstart your 2026 summer season.
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Food & Fun: Enjoy the atmosphere at The Red Barn while we talk shop and share stories of our latest finds.
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Planning Session: We’ll be hanging out to talk about the upcoming summer season and our plans for the autumn.
Schedule:
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6:00 PM: Event begins; logbook is available.
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6:45 PM: Swag drawing and announcements.
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7:00 PM: Event officially concludes.
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We may stay around after so don't hold this end time as a firm goodbye.
About Geocoinfest 2026
I am going to Geocoinfest 2026 (GCBD8ZQ) in Romeoville this October! It’s a massive annual celebration that coincides with the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. I'm looking forward to seeing Illinois represented in a big way.
The Fine Print
Please log your "Will Attend" for this Mount Prospect event so we can give The Red Barn can have an accurate headcount for seating.
While we’d love for you to hang out, participation is entirely optional. You are more than welcome to simply stop by, sign the physical logbook, and head out—no purchase or stay is required to log this event.