# Event Details - **Event Name**: 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show - **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm (-07:00) - **Event Description**: Classic Car Show situated in historic downtown Petaluma, saluting the 1972 film American GraffitiAbout this EventMain Event: Car Show May 16thCruisin' the Boulevard invites American model cars and trucks 1972 or older to join us May 16th for the annual Salute to American Graffiti Car Show. This event features show parking on the streets of historic Downtown Petaluma, the same streets featured in the film, a cruise of a near 2 mile loop along one of Petaluma's most historic neighborhoods, old time live radio dj, and community activities.Whats changed?The cruise route through Petaluma's Histric downtown, and distinguished D street residential area will return, however we will be making additional adjustments to reduce congestion, break up large gaps and allow for a smoother roll.Show and Shine Tickets: As the Salute continues to grow we wanted to try offering a Show and Shine ticket, for patrons that just want to join for the show, and skip the cruising. Registered vehicles with this ticket have their own dedicated zone on Second Street, see diagram below. We are also continuing to accomodate early departure requests for those with tickets in our Purple Show and Shine zone. This group will have a special security team set up for those that can't stay the full day. Selecting your ticket:Registration is split up by arrival time. Select your ticket based on the time you plan to arrive at check in. Each time slot is correlated with an area of the event. There is a map below for reference.There is a set number of parking spaces for each time slot, once they sell out they are sold out.There is no assigned parking spaces, or gurantee to your parking location.On show day, vehicles will enter the event through Petaluma Boulevard at the D street entrance. Due to the large volume of cars expected for the event, you must arrive during your time window to help us avoid delays and backups into traffic. If you arrive earlier than your designated time slot you will be turned around and told to come back during your arrival window.There are no formal groups. If you wish to park with friends, ensure you purchase tickets for the same time slot, and arrive together at check in the day of the event. Cruisin' the Boulevard will not guarantee groups will be parked together but will do the best we can to accommodate requests.Cruise passes are only included with the Registration and Cruise tickets (Zones - Blue, Red, Yellow, Green, Orang and Teal), the cruise pass will be custom made and include your vehicle information on it. They can not be shared or sold separatly.Additional rules, FAQs and details are available on our websiteEarly departures are available for Purple (Show and Shine) zone purchases only and must be made in advance by reaching out to ctbevent@gmail.com .Waitlist, yes we have one, it will appear in the ticket options once arivial times start to sell out.There are no refundsThe CruiseAt 4:00 pm on May 16th, special lanes are opened up within the show event for cars to cruise on the streets where the movie was filmed. Attendees are invited to drive the historic route, parade their vehicle and enjoy the slow roll on our cruise loop.CRUISERS: To cruise the boulevard the vehicle must be registered for the show, and have a valid cruise pass clearly displayed in the windshield. The cruise will take place on public streets and all laws must be abided by.WATCHERS (Free no ticket required): May 16th from 4 pm-6 pm. Perhaps the best place to watch the cruise will be along Petaluma Blvd, south of B Street to D Street. Grab your chair, a picnic basket, something to drink, and if necessary, jackets and a blanket. Find a spot to watch the action. Be sure to wave and give the thumbs up to all the cruisers!Show RulesTo ensure that everyone has a good time and is safe while attending the event we ask that the following rules be followed. Those that do not follow these rules will be asked to leave, and risk being expelled from the show completely, which may also include future events.Evidence of insurance in your vehicle is requiredProof of DMV registration, valid stickers and license plate is requiredAll entered vehicles must display 2026 Salute registration placard visibly on vehicle dashboard or front windshield. These will be availbe for pick up on show day at the registration booth.All cruise tags must be displayed in windshield while cruising. No exceptions. If your tag is not displayed you will be removed from the cruiseNo loud music is allowed to be played from vehicles.Any display of questionable music, videos, art or other media is not permitted and will be removed from the showNo open headersNo burning out or drag racing in or around the eventRespect others and their ridesListen to Cruisin' the Boulevard Staff directions and or RequestsAll entries must be driven into the show, on their own power, be able to pull forward, backward, turn and stop on their own power.All entries must be an American make vehicle older than 1972 or a documented vehicle from the American Graffiti film.All persons operating the vehicle must have a valid driver's license and not be under the influenceMore Days of FunThursday May 14th Jumpstart DinnerCome enjoy an evening of dinner, fun with other patrons, old cars and a the beautiful country setting, hosted by Glenn Ranch located in the outskirts of Petaluma. This social event includes raffled door prizes, an oportunity to hear what Cruisin' the Boulevard has been doing over the last year, and plans for projects and community events planned. The Jumpstart dinner money raised supports the Cruisin' the Boulevard scholarship program.Event Check in 5:30 pm, Dinner - 6:30 pm. Seating is limited, tickets are available here through Eventbright, there are no day of purchases.Friday May 15th Cruise-In and Kickoff SocialKickoff Social informal meet up with reserved parking for 1972 and older American vehicles. American Graffiti collectibles will be available at the Insignia booth. This is a free event with limited spaces available, first come first served at the Plaza North Shopping Center, 4 – 8pm https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events2/banners/ab3a1820-de70-11f0-9564-bfbec69b6f95-rimg-w1080-h740-dcf4f2f0-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/afc67e10-de70-11f0-9564-bfbec69b6f95-rimg-w1084-h740-dcf4f1ef-gmir.jpg https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ba7971f0-de70-11f0-af9b-bdf31cfc295a-rimg-w873-h740-dcdcd6d3-gmir.png Thursday May 14thπŸ•‘: 05:30 PM - 08:00 PMJump Start DinnerInfo: Come enjoy an evening of dinner, fun with other patrons, old cars and a the beautiful country setting, hosted by Glenn Ranch located in the outskirts of Petaluma. This social event includes raffled door prizes, an oportunity to hear what Cruisin' the Boulevard has been doing over the last year, and plans for projects and community events planned. The Jumpstart dinner money raised supports the Cruisin' the Boulevard scholarship program. Event Check in 5:30 pm, Dinner - 6:30 pm. Seating is limited, tickets are available here through Eventbright, there are no day of purchases.Friday May 15thπŸ•‘: 04:00 PM - 08:00 PMKickoff SocialInfo: Kickoff Social informal meet up with reserved parking for 1972 and older American vehicles. American Graffiti collectibles will be available at the Insignia booth. This is a free event with limited spaces available, first come first served at the Plaza North Shopping Center, 4 – 8pmSaturday May 16thπŸ•‘: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PMCar ShowInfo: Cruisin' the Boulevard invites American model cars and trucks 1972 or older to join us May 16th for the annual Salute to American Graffiti Car Show. This event features show parking on the streets of historic Downtown Petaluma, the same streets featured in the film, a cruise of a near 2 mile loop along one of Petaluma's most historic neighborhoods, old time live radio dj, and community activities.πŸ•‘: 04:00 PM - 06:00 PMCruiseInfo: At 4:00 pm on May 16th, special lanes are opened up within the show event for cars to cruise on the streets where the movie was filmed. Attendees are invited to drive the historic route, parade their vehicle and enjoy the slow roll on our cruise loop. - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/petaluma/2026-petalumas-salute-to-american-graffiti-car-show/100001608327905059 - **Event Categories**: car-shows, entertainment, shopping, parades, art, trips-adventures - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 59 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 0, max: 65, currency: USD ## Event venue details - **city**: Petaluma - **state**: CA - **country**: United States - **location**: Historic Downtown Petaluma - **lat**: 38.255113 - **long**: -122.65168900000003 - **full address**: Historic Downtown Petaluma, Petaluma Blvd, Petaluma, United States ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show - **Image URL**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb69ae8f134e592.jpg ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show being held? - **A:** 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show takes place on Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 10:00 am to Sat, 16 May, 2026 at 06:00 pm at Historic Downtown Petaluma, Petaluma Blvd, Petaluma, United States. - **Q**: How much do tickets cost for 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show? - **A:** Tickets for 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show are priced at USD 65 per person. This is a high-demand event - early booking is strongly recommended. Here's a full breakdown of available ticket types:Ticket TypePriceAvailabilityJumpstart DinnerUSD 65AvailableKids Jumpstart Dinner - 2 and underFreeAvailable6:00 am [BLUE] Petaluma Blvd 1 Reg & CruiseUSD 65Available6:00 am [RED] Kentucky Street Reg & CruiseUSD 65Available7:00am [GREEN] Petaluma Blvd 2 Reg & CruiseUSD 65Available7:30 am [YELLOW] 4th Street 1 Reg & CruiseUSD 65Available7:30 am [Teal] 4th Street 2 Reg & CruiseUSD 65Available8:00 am [ORANGE] Petaluma Blvd 3 Reg & CruiseUSD 65Available9:00 am [Purple] Show and ShineUSD 55Available - **Q**: Who is organizing 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show? - **A:** 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show is organized by Cruisin' The Boulevard. - **Q**: What has been the experience of attendees at Cruisin' The Boulevard's events? - **A:** Attendees have given Cruisin' The Boulevard a rating of 5/5 based on reviews from early attendees on AllEvents. Cruisin' The Boulevard has a verified profile on AllEvents where you can read reviews and explore their upcoming events. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** 2026 Petaluma's Salute to American Graffiti Car Show 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 Petaluma, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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