Cruisin’ the Coast returning to Mississippi for 29th annual block party

Cruisin’ the Coast, the festival touted as “America’s Largest Block Party,” will return to the Mississippi Gulf Coast in just under a week.

The 29th edition of what has been lauded by USA Today as the top car show in America is scheduled to run from Oct. 5-12, featuring a wide variety of vintage cars, live music, and more across the entire coastal region of the state.

“I want everybody to come see us during Cruisin’ week,” Cruisin’ the Coast executive director Woody Bailey said. “There will be plenty of opportunities to come here, have some fun, and see some cool rides.”

Before you head down to the Coast, here’s what you need to know about the annual event.

Cruisin’ the Coast spans across all three coastal Mississippi counties — Harrison, Hancock, and Jackson — with 12 cities playing a