Cruisin' The Coast
October 5-12, 2025
Welcome to America’s Largest Block Party
Cruisin’ The Coast® began in 1996 as a festival to celebrate antique, classic and hot rod vehicles, nostalgic music and related events. 374 vehicles registered that first year and in 2017 we had 8,308 registered vehicles. Car enthusiasts from 40 states plus Canada, Germany and Puerto Rico arrive on the Mississippi Gulf Coast once a year to showcase their rides and to cruise our beautiful 30-mile stretch of beach-side highway with designated stops in Bay St. Louis, Biloxi, D’Iberville, Gulfport, Pass Christian, Ocean Springs and Pascagoula. Each venue is set up as a mini festival with a stage for live bands, reserved parking for registered cruisers, spectator parking, and vendors for food and event merchandise. Registered cruisers will receive an ID card in their registration packets to exhibit all week in their car’s front window; this ID allows entry into the venues where reserved parking is available.
Cruising the Coast Prices
Majestic Oaks RV Resort
Back-in Sites: $1,199.99
Pull-thru Sites: $1,499.99
Cabins: $1,599.99
Beach Boulevard Dry Camping Weekly Rates
Ocean Front: $1,199.99
Second Row from the Ocean: $849.99
Third and Fourth Row from the Ocean: $749.99
Limited Sites with Electricity & Water: $1199.99
Vendor Sites: $1,599.99 (Must provide permit and certificate of insurance.)
Notes:
• Rates are for one-week minimum stay.
• 50% of the total is due at the time of booking.
• Remaining 50% deposit due before August 1, 2025.
• Prices shown are before taxes and applicable fees.
Schedule Of Events
Majestic Oaks Events
Monday To Friday
Breakfast every morning
Saturday
Private car show for guests only. Lunch will be served, and the band will be playing
Saturday October 5
| Date | Event | Location | Time | Featuring |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saturday, October 5 | Grand Slam Jam (New Event) | Keesler Federal Park | Noon – 10 p.m. | Chapel Hart, Tab Benoit, Amanda Shaw, Taj Farrant, Rockin’ Dopsie Jr, Bonerama, Leilani Kilgore |
Sunday October 6
| Event | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| View the Cruise | Downtown Gulfport | 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. |
| Cruise-In with KOTO | Hardy Court Shopping Center, Gulfport | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. |
| Cruisin’ Through The Decades | Gautier | Noon – 6 p.m. |
| Drive-in Movie – American Graffiti | Gautier | 5:30 p.m. |
| Chris Jacobs Appearances | Hardy Court & Gulfport | 9 – 11 a.m. (Hardy Court); 1 – 4 p.m. (Gulfport) |
| Feature Car Appearance | Hardy Court & Gulfport | 9 a.m. – Noon (Hardy Court); 2 – 5 p.m. (Gulfport) |
Casino Entertainment
| Performer | Casino | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jesse Hill | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood Brunch | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
| Hank Berumen | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Butler’s | 4 – 8 p.m. |
| Eugene Eash | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Butler’s | 8 p.m. – 12 a.m. |
| Chris Gavin | Beau Rivage | EIGHT75 | 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. |
Monday October 7
| Event | Location | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOTO spins the oldies | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Registration package pick-up | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | For last names A–K only |
| Onsite registration | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport | 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 2024 registration |
| Mississippi Gulf Fresh Seafood Sampling | Cruise Central at Centennial Plaza | 9 – 11 a.m. and 1 – 4 p.m. | |
| Feature Car appearance | Cruise Central | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | |
| New! Pass Christian Bottle Shoppe / Crittenden Collector’s Bottle | Pass Christian | Sale: 10 a.m.; Signing: 3 – 5 p.m. | |
| Vicari Auto Auction vehicle check-in | Coast Coliseum | 1 – 5 p.m. | |
| Autocross | Coast Coliseum (west parking lot) | 1 – 5 p.m. | Open to registered vehicles only |
| Long Beach Parade | Long Beach High School | Line up: 1 p.m.; Parade: 5:30 p.m. | First 600 registered vehicles |
| Chris Jacobs appearances / CTC Kick-off Parade | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport / Long Beach | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. / 4 – 6 p.m. | Serving as Grand Marshal |
| The Tip Tops | Long Beach Harbor | 6 – 9 p.m. | Live music |
Casino Entertainment
| Performer | Location | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gavin | Beau Rivage | EIGHT75 | 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. |
Tuesday October 8
| Event | Location | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOTO spins the oldies | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Registration package pick-up | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | For last names L–Z only |
| Onsite Registration | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 2024 registration |
| Mississippi Gulf Fresh Seafood Sampling | Cruise Central at Centennial Plaza | 9 – 11 a.m. and 1 – 4 p.m. | |
| Feature Car appearance | Margaritaville | 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. | |
| Vicari Auto Auction vehicle check-in | Coast Coliseum | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Autocross | Coast Coliseum (west parking lot) | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino and Autocross Guys, registered vehicles only |
| “Salute To Our Veterans” | Cruise Central | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | With Garry “Elvis” Wesley |
| Cruisin’ The River City | Moss Point | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | |
| Margaritaville Cruise-in | Margaritaville Resort Biloxi | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | |
| Joe & Amanda Martin appearance | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. | |
| Chris Jacobs appearance | Margaritaville | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | |
| Cristy Lee appearance | Cruise Central & Margaritaville | 10 a.m. – Noon (Cruise Central); 2 – 4 p.m. (Margaritaville) | |
| Flame-throwing competition | Island View Casino, Gulfport | Live show: 4 p.m.; Registration: 5 p.m.; Begins at dusk | Live music by Ty Taylor & The Kinfolk; $1,000 cash prizes & trophies |
Casino Entertainment
| Performer | Location | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Gavin | Beau Rivage | EIGHT75 | 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. |
Wednesday October 9
| Event | Location | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOTO spins the oldies | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Registration package pick-up | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | For all registrations |
| Onsite Registration | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | 2024 registration |
| Biloxi Block Party | Downtown Biloxi | 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. | |
| Feature Car appearance | Biloxi Block Party | 8 a.m. – Noon | |
| Autocross | Coast Coliseum (west parking lot) | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort; Registered vehicles only |
| Car Corral open and vehicle check-in | East of Treasure Bay | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Charley Hutton appearance | Biloxi Block Party | 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. | |
| Hot Rods & Hospitality | Waveland, Coleman Ave. | 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. | Entertainment on Coleman Ave. Stage: Assumed Risk, Joni Compretta, Baytown Groove. Beach Stage: Southern Voice Band, Tony B Music, DJ Karlitos |
| Diamondhead, Blessing of the Classics | Diamondhead | 4 – 7 p.m. | Lineup at 1:30 p.m.; Vinyl Idol (1–4 p.m.), Beau King Band (4–7 p.m.) |
| Joe & Amanda Martin appearances | Biloxi Block Party / Beau Rivage | 10 a.m. – Noon / 6 – 8 p.m. | |
| Cristy Lee appearances | Biloxi Block Party / Beau Rivage | 10 a.m. – Noon / 6 – 8 p.m. | |
| Courtney Hansen appearances | Biloxi Block Party / Beau Rivage | 10 a.m. – Noon / 6 – 8 p.m. | |
| Beau Rivage Cruisin’ Event | Beau Rivage Theatre | 6 – 10 p.m. |
6 – 7:30 p.m.: Meet & Greets (Dennis Gage, Cristy Lee, Courtney Hansen, Joe & Amanda Martin) 7:30 – 9 p.m.: Britishmania Beatles Tribute $20 admission |
Casino Entertainment
| Performer | Location | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hank Berumen | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood | 6 – 10 p.m. |
| Johnny Daw of NaNaSha & The Triggerproof All Stars | Beau Rivage | EIGHT75 | 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. |
Thursday October 10
| Event | Location | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOTO spins the oldies | Cruise Central | 9 – 11 a.m. | |
| Registration and all Cruisin’ Venues | Various sites (Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula) | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | With live bands at each location |
| 2025 Registration opens | Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport | Noon – 5 p.m. | |
| Country Cruisin’ Breakfast | Long Beach Yacht Club | 7 – 10 a.m. | |
| Seafood Sampling | Cruise Central at Centennial Plaza | 9 – 11 a.m. and 1 – 4 p.m. | Mississippi Gulf Fresh Seafood |
| Auto Auction | Coast Coliseum | Doors open 8:30 a.m.; Auction begins 10 a.m. | Vicari Auto Auction |
| CTC Swap Meet | Coast Coliseum | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Vicari Auction |
| PPG Paint Seminar with Charley Hutton | Coast Coliseum Convention Center “Green Room” | 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. | New Event! |
| Car Corral open & vehicle check-in | East of Treasure Bay | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Burn ‘Em Up In The Pass | Fleitas Ave., Pass Christian | 5 p.m. – dusk | Live music + Second Line Stroll to Downtown |
| Courtney Hansen appearances | Pass Christian / Bay St. Louis | 10 a.m. – Noon / 2 – 4 p.m. | |
| Joe & Amanda Martin appearance | Ocean Springs | 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. | |
| Dennis Gage appearances | Pascagoula / Edgewater Mall | 10 a.m. – Noon / 2 – 4 p.m. |
Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment
| Venue | Time | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bay St. Louis | 11 a.m. – Noon | Shack N Up |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Barlow Brothers | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Rock Show NOLA | |
| Pass Christian | 11 a.m. – Noon | Amaizin Raisin |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Modern Eldorados | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Tip Tops | |
| Gulfport Cruise Central | 11 a.m. – Noon | Starz |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Hip Pocket | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Chee Weez | |
| Edgewater Mall | 11 a.m. – Noon | Garry “Elvis” Wesley |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Martini Shakerz | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Na Na Sha | |
| D’Iberville | 11 a.m. – Noon | Razzo |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Platinum Café | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Vince Vance & The Valiants | |
| Ocean Springs Downtown | 11 a.m. – Noon | Scott Hinson |
| 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Kindred |
Friday October 11
| Event | Location | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOTO spins the oldies | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Registration & Cruisin’ Venues Open | Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Sites with bands |
| 2024 & 2025 Registration | General | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Country Cruisin’ Breakfast | Long Beach Yacht Club | 7 – 10 a.m. | |
| Auto Auction | Coast Coliseum | Doors: 8:30 a.m.; Auction: 10 a.m. | Vicari Auto Auction |
| CTC Swap Meet | Coast Coliseum | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Vicari Auction |
| Car Corral | East of Treasure Bay | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Continues |
| Dennis Gage Appearances | Bay St. Louis / Cruise Central | 9 – 11 a.m. / 1 – 3 p.m. | |
| Courtney Hansen Appearance | D’Iberville | 10 a.m. – Noon | |
| New Event: Gulf Coast Nationals | Gulfport Dragway | 5 p.m. | Gasser Racing |
| Ocean Springs Sock Hop & Street Party | Ocean Springs Downtown | 5:45 – 9 p.m. | Caribbean Chillers (5:45 – 7), Bad Medicine (7:30 – 9) |
| Pass In The Night | Pass Christian | 6:30 – 9:30 p.m. | Entertainment by Sons of uh Beech |
| Outdoor Concert | Hollywood Casino, Bay St. Louis | 7 p.m. | The Molly Ringwalds |
Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment
| Venue | Time | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bay St. Louis | 11 a.m. – Noon | Razoo |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Platinum Café | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Vince Vance & The Valiants | |
| Pass Christian | 11 a.m. – Noon | Shack N Up |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Kindred | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Rock Show NOLA | |
| Gulfport Cruise Central | 11 a.m. – Noon | Scott Hinson |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Barlow Brothers | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Na Na Sha | |
| Edgewater Mall West Parking Lot (Hwy 90) | 11 a.m. – Noon | Blue Deville |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Mario & The Marvelous | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Tip Tops | |
| D’Iberville | 11 a.m. – Noon | Amaizin Raisin |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Martini Shakerz | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Dr. Zarr & The Funk Monsters | |
| Ocean Springs Downtown | 11 a.m. – Noon | Garry “Elvis” Wesley |
| 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Hip Pocket | |
| 3:30 – 5:15 p.m. | BRW Band | |
| 5:45 – 7 p.m. | Caribbean Chillers | |
| 7 – 7:30 p.m. | Chick’s Picks | |
| 7:30 – 9 p.m. | Bad Medicine | |
| Pascagoula | 11 a.m. – Noon | Starz |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Modern Eldorados | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | 2 Hypnotic |
Casino Entertainment
| Performer | Location | Venue | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Beach Boys | Beau Rivage | Theatre | 8 p.m. | Tickets: beaurivage.com |
| Jesse Hill | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood | 6 – 10 p.m. | |
| Witness | Hollywood Casino | Stage Bar | 7 – 11 p.m. | |
| Nick Perkins Elvis Tribute | Silver Slipper | Casino Stage Bar | 8 p.m. | |
| Triggerproof | Beau Rivage | EIGHT75 | 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. | |
| Hank Berumen | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Butler’s | 9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. |
Saturday October 12
| Event | Location | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOTO spins the oldies | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Registration & Cruisin’ Venues | Multiple Locations | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Live bands at Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula |
| 2024 Registration | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – Noon | |
| 2025 Registration | Cruise Central | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | |
| Country Cruisin’ Breakfast | Long Beach Yacht Club | 7 – 10 a.m. | |
| Vicari Auto Auction | Coast Coliseum | Doors: 8:30 a.m.; Auction: 10 a.m. | Vehicles must be paid/checked out end of day |
| CTC Swap Meet | Coast Coliseum | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Vicari Auction |
| Car Corral | East of Treasure Bay | 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. | Continues |
| Dennis Gage Appearances | Ocean Springs | 10 a.m. – Noon; 2 – 4 p.m. | |
| NEW EVENT: Gulf Coast Nationals | Gulfport Dragway | 1 p.m. | Gasser Racing |
| SUPER SATURDAY CONCERT | Hollywood Casino Resort, Bay St. Louis | 7 p.m. | Caribbean Chillers (Jimmy Buffett Tribute) – Free Event |
Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment
| Venue | Time | Performance |
|---|---|---|
| Bay St. Louis | 11 a.m. – Noon | Starz |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Martini Shakerz | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | BRW Band | |
| Pass Christian | 11 a.m. – Noon | Scott Hinson |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Barlow Brothers | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Dr. Zarr & The Funk Monsters | |
| Gulfport Cruise Central | 11 a.m. – Noon | Amaizin Raisin |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Modern Eldorados | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | 2 Hypnotic | |
| Edgewater Mall | 11 a.m. – Noon | Razzo |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Platinum Café | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Chee Weez | |
| D’Iberville | 11 a.m. – Noon | Blue Deville |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Kindred | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Rock Show NOLA | |
| Ocean Springs Downtown | 11 a.m. – Noon | Shack N Up |
| 1 – 2:30 p.m. | Mario & The Marvelous | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Vince Vance & The Valiants | |
| Pascagoula | 11 a.m. – Noon | Garry “Elvis” Wesley |
| 1 – 2 p.m. | Hip Pocket | |
| 3 – 4:30 p.m. | Na Na Sha |
Casino Entertainment
| Performer | Location | Venue | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party at the Pool Deck | Harrah’s Gulf Coast | Pool Deck | Noon – 6 p.m. | |
| The Beach Boys | Beau Rivage | Theatre | 8 p.m. | Tickets: beaurivage.com |
| Jesse Hill | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood | 6 – 10 p.m. | |
| Witness | Hollywood Casino | Stage Bar | 7 – 11 p.m. | |
| Nick Perkins Elvis Tribute | Silver Slipper | Casino Stage Bar | 8 p.m. | |
| Brandon Bennett | IP Casino Resort | Spa | 8 p.m. | |
| Triggerproof | Beau Rivage | EIGHT75 | 9 p.m. – 2 a.m. | |
| Anderson Domingues | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Butler’s | 9:30 p.m. – 12:30 a.m. |
Sunday October 13
All events take place at Cruise Central
| Event | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 Registration | 8 a.m. – Noon | |
| Non-denominational prayer service | 8 a.m. | |
| Stamping Cards Deadline | By 9 a.m. | Must be turned in |
| Cruisin’ The Coast Finale Ceremonies | 9 – 10:30 a.m. | |
| Gene Oswalt Volunteer of the Year Award | Following ceremonies | |
| Cash Drawings | Time not listed | 40 drawings of $500; Total: $20,000 |
| Make-A-Wish Raffle Car Giveaway | Time not listed | Includes unveiling of 2025 Raffle Vehicle |
| Live entertainment | 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. | Mario & The Marvelous |
Casino Entertainment
| Performer | Location | Venue | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jesse Hill | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. |
| Eugene Eash | Scarlet Pearl Casino | Butler’s | 5 – 10 p.m. |