Cajon Classic Cruise

Wednesdays
June 30 – September 29, October 27, and December 8, 2010
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Main Street and Magnolia Avenue
Tune to Downtown El Cajon Radio FM 104.1 during the show

Directions to Downtown El Cajon (PDF)

Click here to view parking options for Downtown El Cajon.

10th Annual Cajon Classic Cruise Opens Wednesday, June 30

The 2010 Cajon Classic Cruise, Southern California’s largest weekly classic car show, commences Wednesday, June 30, from 5:00 to 8:00 pm on Main Street in the heart of historic Downtown El Cajon. Admission is free to the Cajon Classic Cruise car show, featuring more than 500 classic, custom and hot rod cars and motorcycles valued at more than $10 million in a street festival setting every Wednesday evening through September 29. Two special post-season car shows will be held, including the Halloween Trunk or Treat show on October 27, and the Parade of Lights Holiday show on December 8.

Always free to the public to particpate and attend, the Cajon Classic Cruise is centered on East Main Street at Prescott Promenade, just east of intersection of Main & Magnolia in the heart of Downtown El Cajon. Spreading out over several blocks, thousands of spectators each week stroll El Cajon’s booming historic downtown district while enjoying the cars, the action, restaurants, street vendors, food, DJs, and live entertainment presented amid a vibrant small town atmosphere.

Presented by Sycuan Casino and the El Cajon Community Development Corporation, the Cajon Classic Cruise offers new attractions each week, including awards for the top cars, parades, special salutes, and a variety themed events, like Thunder on Main, National Night Out, and many more. (View full 2010 schedule below.) Cajon Classic Cruise will also feature special entertainment, raffles, and much, much more…don’t miss a single week!

Trophies are awarded weekly in several categories and all classic cars 1979 or older are welcome to enter. Prescott Promenade will be undergoing exciting renovations early this summer, so the awards presentation will be centered at East Main and Magnolia near the DJ booth in front of the Prescott Promenade until the park reopens in late July (date subject to change.) For more information or updates, call the El Cajon CDC at (619) 401-8858, or visit us online at www.downtownelcajon.com

Cajon Classic Cruise 2010 Season Schedule:

June 30 - Opening Night (street closure)

July 7 - Stars & Stripes

July 14 - Monster Truck Mania

July 21 - Off Road Madness (street closure)

July 28 - Funny Car Frenzy

August 4 - National Night Out (street closure)

August 11 - Bike Night

August 18 - Cajon Speed Week

August 25 - Horseless Carriage

September 1 - Charger Steve's Starz Carz

September 8 - Shake, Rattle, & Roll Car Show Presented by Sycuan Casino

September 15 - Thunder on Main / Cackle Cars (partial street closure)

September 22 - British Invasion

September 29 - Closing Night

October 27 - Halloween Trunk or Treat

December 8 - Holiday Parade of Lights

*Schedule subject to change without notice

Sponsor the Cajon Classic Cruise

Interested in supporting the Cajon Classic Cruise and market your business to thousands of people?

If you are interested in gaining exposure for your business by becoming a sponsor of the Cajon Classic Cruise, please contact Kellye Buchanan, Resource Development Associate, at (619) 401-8858. Click here to view special sponsorship packages.

By sponsoring the Cajon Classic Cruise you can:

• Help us include more fun and exciting theme nights that attract large crowds to give you more marketing exposure
• Help promote Downtown El Cajon as a destination, and attract people from all over San Diego County
• Help Downtown El Cajon’s redevelopment continue to grow and flourish so the car shows have a beautiful setting
• Help keep the car show a FREE family friendly event the entire community can enjoy

Vending opportunities are also available for $50 per show or 4 shows for $150. Vending applications must be submitted to the El Cajon CDC, and must be pre-arranged and pre-paid at least 2 days prior to any show. Contact Kathryn Courter, Special Events Associate, at (619) 401-8858 for more information, including permit or licensing inquiries, or click here to download vendor application and vending rules and regulations.

You may also make a tax deductible donation in support of the Cajon Classic Cruise by clicking here and visiting our secure online donation form, or contact Kellye Buchanan, Resource Development Associate, at (619) 401-8858.

Show your support for the Cajon Classic Cruise - Buy a hat!

Do you love attending the Cajon Classic Cruise? Help us to make sure we can continue to bring you all the fun by purchasing your very own Cajon Classic Cruise hat! Each hat is $15 and is on sale at the El Cajon CDC office, 131 East Main Street, Suite 201, as well as online by clicking here, you just pay shipping and handling (included in the price listed on the Shop at CDC page). Don't miss this opportunity to show your support of the Cajon Classic Cruise in 2010.

Where do I park?

Click here (PDF) to view the current event parking map. No parking is available begining at 2:00pm for all traffic other than show cars and motorcycles and/or street closures (on applicable nights.) All closed streets re-open at 8:00 pm. If you are parked in the center of a closed street, please move your vehicle to a designated legal parking space if you plan to stay past 8:00 pm.

How do I enter my car or motorcycle?

The Cajon Classic Cruise does not use trophy entry forms. If your 1979 or Older vehicle is parked on a Cajon Classic Cruise reserved street, you will be eligible to win. Vehicles that are 1980 and newer are not eligible to participate in this "classic" cruise. Winners will receive a placard on their windshield with instructions for the trophy presentation. The trophy presentation takes place at the DJ booth in front of Prescott Promenade at 7:30 pm.

Reminders

Remember, Cajon Classic Cruise is a family-oriented event. Please be respectful and courteous of others and help us maintain a safe and fun atmosphere for everyone!

• Help us prevent the show from looking like a used car lot. No “For Sale” signs allowed. You are free to tell people your car is for sale.
• No excessive speeds to ensure the safety of pedestrians
• Help keep the streets free from tire tracks and refrain from “burning out”
• Abide by traffic laws and do not cross or turn over double yellow lines
• No driving over curbs onto sidewalks
• No open alcohol containers in public areas
• No skateboards, scooters, bicycles, etc. allowed near cars or on sidewalks
• Please keep dogs, strollers, camp chairs, and canopies a safe distance from vehicles
• Remember you can look, but never touch vehicles in the show

Cajon Classic Cruise Trophy Winners

August 18 Trophy Winners:

Sycuan's Best of Show Winner
Mark Waldow and his 1957 Ford Thunderbird

San Diego Jump Company's Motorcycle Winner
Don Preddy and his 2008 Harley

S & S Trophies' Winner
Ed Peak and his Chevy Bel Air

Barona 1/8 Mile Drag Strip's Winner
Calvin Cahe and his Specially Constructed Vehicle

YES! Stores’ Winner
Tiffany Paterson and her 1967 Dodge Dart DT

San Diego Fleet Week’s Winner
Pat Donahue and his 1995 Winston Cup Car

Patriot Painting’s Winner
Phil and Mary Leatherman and their 1948 Chevy Pick Up

Toyota of El Cajon’s Winner
Kelly Hawes and his 1957 Chevy 4x4

The East County Gazette’s Winner
Jon Hitt and his 1949 Plymouth Sedan Gasser

San Diego County Credit Union’s Winner
Dave Lancaster and his 1968 Barracuda

August 25 Trophy Winners:

Sycuan Casino’s Best of Show Winner
Dan Prager and his 1940 Mercury Sedan Convertible

San Diego Jump Company’s Motorcycle Winner
Atom Rittenberg and his 1960 XLCH 1 Row Head

S &S Trophies’ Winner
David Weigel and his 1968 Chevy Camaro

Drew Ford’s Winner
Art Beach and his 1935 Ford

The Dyno Shop’s Winner
Sam and Donna Rindskopf and his 1957 Chevy Bel Air Nomad

Fleet Week Coronado Speed Festival’s Winner
Jeff Ott and his 1934 Ford

National Springs, Inc.’s Winner
Bill Baugh and his1966 Plymouth Satellite

Toyota of El Cajon’s Winner
Jay Watkins and his 1911 Velie Mod 40

The El Cajon Gazette’s Winner
Tommy Coward and his 1968 Chevy Short Bed Pick Up

Yes! Stores’ Winner
Dick Martin and his1940 Ford Woody

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