# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Cruisin' the Heartland
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 30 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm – Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am
- **Event Description**: Join the fun with Cruisin' the Heartland, voted the "Best Cruise-In in Kentucky"!

FOR INFO: VISIT WWW.ETOWNEVENTS.COM

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Thursday, July 30, 2026 - Kick-Off Event

Kick off Cruisin' the Heartland 2026 with an iconic movie event at The Historic State Theater in Downtown Elizabethtown!

Bring your show car and join us for a special showing of
AMERICAN GRAFFITI (1973).  Tickets are only $5 and include admission, regular fountain drink & small popcorn. 
Advance purchase tickets will become available

American Graffiti (1973)   |   Thursday, July 30, 2026   |   7:00pm

Doors open at 6pm.  Additional concession items will be available for purchase.

VISIT WWW.ETOWNEVENTS.COM FOR INFO

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Friday, July 31, 2026 - Cruisin' Car Show at Freeman Lake Park

You don'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 compete for Trophies & Cash Prizes including...
BEST IN SHOW   |   SPONSOR'S CHOICE   |   MAYOR'S CHOICE
and ELITE 20 for those placing in the top 20th by score.

FREE CONCERT featuring CARIBOU  |  FOOD VENDORS  |  LAWN GAMES  |  ALL-DAY DOORS PRIZES

Early Bird Discount Car Show registration is $15 and is going on until Thursday, July 30th at noon.  After then, all registration will be $20 and payable at gate.  SPECTATOR PARKING AND ADMISSION IS FREE!

Freeman Lake Park  |  210 Blue Heron Way  |  Elizabethtown, KY
2:00-6:00pm

After the show, join us as we CRUISE around historic Downtown Elizabethtown!	

VISIT WWW.ETOWNEVENTS.COM FOR INFO

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Saturday, August 1, 2026 - Downtown Elizabethtown event

The region's largest Cruise-in, CRUISIN' THE HEARTLAND will be held on Saturday, August 1st from 8am - 5pm in historic Downtown Elizabethtown.

The streets will close at 6am, so be ready to park and fill iconic 31W and Hwy 62 with the Coolest Cars around!  Don't miss thousands of cars in a full day of activities and events!

Streets close at 6am and Cruisers are invited to park along the streets and many lots in the Downtown Elizabethtown area.

Make a day exploring downtown with events, shopping, games, giveaways and a free concert!

Breakfast at The State Theater |  Swap Meet   |   Food Trucks   |   All Day Giveaways & GRAND PRIZES  |  Concert by Big Black Cadillac  |  feel the RUMBLE by the Straight Axel Mafia

Game Shows, Activities and LOTS OF LAUGHS on the Cruisin' Main Stage!  So much to do.... so little time!

VISIT WWW.ETOWNEVENTS.COM FOR INFO!

Questions?  Please email priscilla.scarborough@elizabethtownky.gov or call (270)234-8258
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/elizabethtown/cruisin-the-heartland/200030351338902
- **Event Categories**: car-shows, entertainment, concerts, music, food-drinks, shopping, kentucky-derby, contests
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 484

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Elizabethtown
- **state**: KY
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Elizabethtown, Kentucky
- **lat**: 37.714
- **long**: -85.8769
- **full address**: Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Cruisin' the Heartland
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Cruisin' the Heartland being held?
  - **A:** Cruisin' the Heartland takes place on Thu, 30 Jul, 2026 at 07:00 pm to Sat, 01 Aug, 2026 at 08:00 am at Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Cruisin' the Heartland?
  - **A:** Cruisin' the Heartland is organized by Elizabethtown City Events.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Cruisin' the Heartland is ideal for car enthusiasts, auto fans, and anyone passionate about classic, exotic, or custom vehicles. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Elizabethtown, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 480+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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