Bug Ranch Association

04/03/2025

Slug Bug Ranch Update: Big Things Are Happening!

Hey, Bug Ranch fans! If you've cruised by lately, you might have noticed some changes—our entrance sign is temporarily missing, and the five original bugs are currently off-site. But don’t worry, they haven’t driven off into the sunset! We’re in the middle of an exciting stabilization project to ensure that Slug Bug Ranch can continue to be a must-see stop on Route 66 for generations to come.

We know this might come as a surprise, and we appreciate your patience and support while we work to preserve this one-of-a-kind roadside gem. While construction is underway, we’re pressing pause on the Shield Program, but rest assured—it’ll be back when the dust settles!

Slug Bug Ranch has always been a place of creativity, nostalgia, and fun, and we’re committed to keeping it that way. Stay tuned for updates, and in the meantime, keep tagging us in your favorite Bug Ranch memories! 🚗💨

—The Bug Ranch Association

06/14/2024

Extending a heartfelt thank you to Avant Garden for the beautiful Yellow Rose of Texas display at our christening event tonight at 6pm.
PUBLIC WELCOME ❤️

If you're in Amarillo, be sure to visit Kaitlin and her talented team at Avant Garden to support local businesses.
Your contribution made our event truly special! 🌼💛 #

06/13/2024

Ladies and gentlemen!!! We are only 1 day away from our christening event that is being held TOMORROW @ 6pm. Come on out to enjoy an evening of celebration as we declare the Bug Ranch officially rescued! Afterwards, enjoy more celebration while attending a concert of country music singer Braxton Kieth at the Starlight Ranch! All in conjunction with the Texas Route 66 Festival happing this week!

Last night, our new Bug Ranch sign was being installed at our ranch entry way. We look forward to seeing everyone who attends tomorrow. Thank you all for your continuous support in this mission!

06/10/2024

The Bug Ranch Project in Amarillo is abuzz with activity as construction crews have successfully relocated the five Volkswagen Beetles from their original location in Conway to their new and permanent home! Keep following us for updates as we continue to transform this roadside attraction. 🚗🌵

Don’t forget out the Christening Event this upcoming Friday June 14th at 6pm!
We will have our friends from Street Volkswagen of Amarillo out with some goodies and waters. The Amarillo Convention and Visitors Bureau will also be out spreading joy for everyone 😃!!!

Visit Amarillo Street Volkswagen of Amarillo The Big Texan Steak Ranch & Brewery

06/05/2024

Thank you to The Chat for promoting us this morning! We appreciate the support!

THE CHAT: Brady Wilson chats about the Bug Ranch Association

06/05/2024

Hi y’all😀😀

While we know everyone is excited to visit the new BUG RANCH, PLEASE keep in mind that this is an active construction site and is posted No Trespassing.

Mark your calendar for the christening of the Bug Ranch on June 14, 6pm and we’ll have some cool commemerative give-away-ways🤩🤩

05/31/2024

Come on over and see us tonight at Starlight Ranch Ranch Event Center for the Tracy Byrd Concert! This concert is the Kick Off event for the Texas Route 66 Festival. The Gates open at 6pm. We have forms for concrete shields to so let’s get those check books into good use 😆🤪!!! While you’re here you will see a sneak peak of our project!

1415 Sunrise Drive, Amarillo TX

05/31/2024

Progress update! June 14th is inching closer 😎!!!

05/29/2024

Please read and share our press release that we distributed to news outlets earlier this week. If you have any questions then please feel free to let us know!!! 🤠

05/28/2024

We would like to give a Texas Size Shout out to Bellah Woodworks and Ceasar who are constructing the Bug Ranch as we speak. Today they got 3 Bugs out of 15 buried at a 66 Degree angle. Thank you Ceasar for your teams hard work and cooperation! Updates to come, so stay tune!

First bug is in the ground, stay tuned for more.

Bellah woodworks