Experience Cruisin' The Coast 2025

Cruisin' The Coast 2025 is almost here again! Everyone's favorite car event and block party is set to kick off this October on the beautiful Mississippi Gulf Coast. Established in 1996, Cruisin' The Coast is the country's premier celebration for antique cars, classic cars, hot rods, and car nostalgia. Nearly 10,000 vehicles are registered to participate each year! The event also attracts car enthusiasts from around the globe. Here's everything you need to know if you're planning to attend in 2025.

When Are the Dates for Cruisin' the Coast?

Cruisin' The Coast 2025 is a weeklong event taking place between Oct. 5 and Oct. 12. Attendees will have dozens of activities and experiences to choose from. Registration is taking place at Jones Park in Gulfport. The other key locations for activities include the Mississippi Coast Coliseum, downtown Ocean Springs, the Civic Center Complex in D’Iberville, the Edgewater Mall parking area, downtown Bay St. Louis, downtown Pass Christian, and Beach Park in Pascagoula.

What Are the Main Events for Cruisin' the Coast This Year?

This action-packed weeklong event has exciting events taking place every single day. Some of the major highlights that are sure to attract big crowds include:

• The Long Beach Parade (Oct. 6)
• Mississippi Gulf Fresh Seafood Sampling (Oct. 7)
• Margaritaville Cruise-in at Margaritaville Resort Biloxi (Oct. 7)
• Flame-throwing Competition at Island View Casino in Gulfport (Oct. 7)
• Biloxi Block Party (Oct. 8)
• The Vicari Auto Auction at Coast Coliseum (multiple days)
• Vicari Auction’s CTC Swap Meet opens at Coast Coliseum (multiple days)
• Car Corral near Treasure Bay Casino (multiple days)
• Buffett & Bumpers Block Party in downtown Pascagoula (Oct. 9)
• Gulf Coast Nationals Gasser Racing at Gulfport Dragway (Oct. 10)
• Ocean Springs Sock Hop and Street Party (Oct. 10)
• Outdoor concert at Hollywood Casino (Oct. 10)
• Cruisin' The Coast Finale Ceremonies (Oct. 12)

During the event, attendees will have plenty of opportunities to attend concerts, contests, worship ceremonies, and much more! The famed Vicari Auction Cruisin The Coast Swap Meet is expected to have more than 300 vendors this year when it runs from Oct. 9 through Oct. 11. There will also be appearances on multiple days by Cristy Lee, Courtney Hansen, and Joe and Amanda Martin. Attendees should note that certain activities require separate tickets for entry.

Getting to the Event

Registration is needed to access many of the events happening during Cruisin The Coast. While bystander events and gatherings at local restaurants and bars are often open to the public, you'll need to be registered to enter venues or participate in vehicle parades. The event's registration tent will provide your ID card that provides access to sites. With your card in hand, you're free to visit each site as many times as you'd like.

Will You Be Cruising to Mississippi This October for the Region's Biggest Classic Car Event?

The fun doesn't have to be over when other guests pack up to leave. Many Cruisin The Coast attendees choose to turn this event into a full vacation by taking advantage of the local beaches and museums on the Mississippi Gulf Coast. For attendees who don't have extra time to stay longer, the car fest's flexible and fluid schedule makes sightseeing between events easy!