Alva’s Big Cruise & Car Show

Alva’s car club R.A.C.E. (Racing and Cruising Enthusiasts) will host its 24th annual Big Cruise & Car Show September 19-21 in Alva. This three-day event starts with a free cookout on Friday starting at 5:45 PM, followed by a car cruise through downtown at 8 PM, and another cruise alongside the college on U.S. 64 from 8:30-10 PM.

Many classic and modern cars from throughout region will be on display downtown during the car show from 10 AM to 4:30 PM Saturday. Check out the pinewood derby at 1 PM, the auto cross at 3 PM, and the FMX stunt show at 5 PM. Smoke will roll Saturday night downtown during the burnout contest between amateur and pro classes, 6:40 PM and 8 PM respectively, then another cruise on the highway starting at 8:30 PM.

On Sunday, start with a free breakfast at 8:30 AM, then more car show from 9 AM to NOON. At NOON the Fun Run Grudge Race & Battle on Barnes begins; registration is free and open to anyone with the need for speed. Nearly 20 food trucks will be on site.