Brookside Cruise Night

May 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM — August 28, 2026

Peoria Avenue through the heart of Brookside becomes a rolling car show on select Friday evenings, as classic cars, hot rods, and muscle machines cruise the strip the way it was done in the '50s and '60s. Families line the sidewalks outside restaurants and shops, kids point at rumbling V8s, and the whole neighborhood takes on a throwback energy that feels genuinely joyful. Local businesses stay open late, some restaurants roll out specials, and the ice cream shops do their best business of the month. If you've got a car worth showing, join the cruise. If not, grab a sidewalk seat and enjoy the parade.

Details & Logistics

Select Friday evenings, May through August 2026. Cruise runs along Peoria Ave through Brookside, roughly 31st to 51st Street. Cruisers meet at the staging area near 51st & Peoria at 6:00 PM, cruise begins at 7:00 PM. No registration — just fall in line. Spectators line Peoria.

At a Glance

Date: May 8, 2026 — August 28, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM — 9:00 PM
Cost: Free
Recurrence: Select Fridays, 6–9 PM, May through August. Check social media for specific dates.