About This Event
The 11th Annual Cruisin’ to Fight Cancer takes place over two days at Parkade Plaza in Columbia, Missouri. The weekend kicks off on Friday, September 11 with an evening cruise lineup starting at 6:00 PM followed by live music from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM. The event continues on Saturday, September 12 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM featuring a car show, live bands, a DJ, 50/50 drawings, raffles, games, and concessions.
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All proceeds from the event benefit The Gurucharri Foundation in support of cancer patients and their families. Participants can register for $20 in advance by August 1, 2026, or for $25 on the day of the event. The first 50 pre-registered participants receive a commemorative t-shirt, and all registered vehicles receive a dash plaque, goody bag, and entry into drawings for $100 and $200. Trophies include a People’s Choice Award decided by bucket quarter votes.
Event Highlights
- Friday night cruise with live band
- Saturday car show with live band and DJ
- 50/50 drawing and raffles
- Games and concessions
- $100 and $200 participant cash drawings
- T-shirt for first 50 pre-registered vehicles
- Goody bags for registered participants
Event Details
- Spectator Admission
- Free (donations appreciated)
- Registration Deadline
- 8/1/2026
- Charity / Beneficiary
- The Gurucharri Foundation
- Show Vehicle Registration
- $20 pre-registration; $25 day of event
- Awards / Judging
- People's Choice Award (decided by $5 bucket and quarter votes); dash plaques for all registered participants
- Vehicle Types
- Cars
Location
Parkade Plaza601 Business Loop 70 WColumbia, MO 65203Organizer / Source
- Organizer
- Danny & Jeanette Nowlin
- Phone
- 573-999-0459
