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America’s 250 Patriotic Cruise is a free event running from Jacksonville to Historic St. Augustine, Florida, celebrating 250 years of American independence on July 4, 2026.
The meeting location is the GATE Gas Station at E-Town, 11100 E Town Pkwy, Jacksonville, FL 32256. Participants are asked not to park at the gas pumps. All makes and models are welcome, with American vehicles especially encouraged. Patriotic flag displays on vehicles are highly encouraged.
The schedule begins at 10:30 a.m. with arrival and vehicle staging, giving attendees time to park, meet fellow enthusiasts, and photograph the vehicles. A driver’s meeting is set for 11:15 a.m. to cover final announcements, cruise rules, and the route. The cruise rolls out at 11:30 a.m.
The route takes participants along 9B to Phillips Highway south, continuing to the San Marco cutoff just past a Winn-Dixie in North St. Augustine, then through the scenic streets of Historic Downtown St. Augustine – America’s oldest continuously inhabited European-established city. Once through the city, participants may continue cruising, stop at downtown establishments, or depart on their own. No group destination is planned, as downtown is expected to be busy. The event is family friendly and open to cars, trucks, and motorcycles.
