Recognized as one of the top cruise-ins in the nation by Chevy Classics Magazine and the Best Car Show Cruise-in in Kentucky by Kentucky Living Magazine, join us for CRUISIN' THE HEARTLAND 2026!
THURSDAY
JULY 30, 2026
CRUISIN' KICK-OFF EVENT
Come help us kick-off Cruisin' the Heartland weekend at the iconic Historic State Theater in downtown Elizabethtown!
Bring your cool car and join us for a special showing ... AMERICAN GRAFFITI (1973)
Tickets are only $5 and include admission, regular fountain drink & small popcorn. Advance purchase tickets will become available June 1, 2026
American Graffiti (1973) | Thursday, July 30, 2026 | 7:00pm
Doors open at 6pm. Additional concession items available for purchase.
FRIDAY
JULY 31, 2026
CRUISIN' THE HEARTLAND CAR SHOW
You won't want to miss the exciting competition!
The Cruisin' the Heartland Car Show is an open show that will feature vehicles of all makes, models & years. Winners will receive Trophies & Cash Prizes including - Best in Show - Sponsor's Choice - Mayor's Choice | Trophies for Elite 20
FREE concert by Caribou | Food Trucks | Lawn Games | All-Day Giveaways | Music & Fun!
Early Bird Discount Car Show Registration is $15 until Thursday, July 30th at noon. After then, all registration will be $20 and must be paid on site.
Spectator parking and admission is FREE!
Freeman Lake Park | 210 Blue Heron Way | Elizabethtown, KY 42701
2:00pm - 6:00pm
After the show, join us as we CRUISE around Downtown Elizabethtown!
CRUISIN' THE HEARTLAND
8:00am - 5:00pm
You'll definitely want to see thousands of the coolest cars around in a full day of activities and events!
The streets of iconic Downtown Elizabethtown will close at 6:00am, and Cruisers are invited to park along the streets and lots. Make a day of exploring downtown with events, concerts and more!
Breakfast at The State Theater | Swap Meet | All Day stage activities | FREE concert by Big Black Cadillac | Rumble Entrance by the Straight Axel Mafia | Food Trucks | FREE Kid's Zone | All Day Giveaways and more!
Check back for itinerary!
