City of Elizabethtown

Strong & Growing Since 1779

Cruisin’ the Heartland

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 2025!

THURSDAY
JULY 24, 2025

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 ... SMOKEY AND THE BANDIT  (1977) Tickets are only $5 and include admission, regular fountain drink & small popcorn.  Get your tickets in advance before they're gone! Smokey and The Bandit (1977)  |  Thursday, July 24, 2025  |  7:00pm Doors open at 6pm.  Additional concession items available for purchase.
PLEASE VISIT BOX OFFICE TO PURCHASE TICKETS.
BOX OFFICE & DOORS OPEN AT 6PM

FRIDAY
JULY 25, 2025

 

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 The Checkmates  |  Food Trucks  |  Lawn Games  |  All-Day Giveaways  |  Music & Fun!

Early Bird Discount Car Show Registration is $15 until Thursday, July 24th 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!

SATURDAY
JULY 26, 2025

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  |  East Bound & Down - Smokey & The Bandit Tribute  |  Rumble Entrance by the Straight Axel Mafia  |  Food Trucks  |  FREE Kid's Zone  |  All Day Giveaways and more!
Be sure to check out the entertainment schedule!

City of Elizabethtown

200 West Dixie Ave.
Elizabethtown KY 42701
270-765-6121