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Cruise, BBQ & Blues Festival Returns in 2023
February 11, 2023 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm MST
Join the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance for a day of community, culture, culinary arts and classic cars. The 14th annual Cruise, BBQ & Blues will bring together some of the finest BBQ from local chefs, community arts experiences, and live music on the main stage.
CLASSIC CARS – ART – LOCAL BBQ & BEER
BLUES MUSIC – ACTIVITIES
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 10 AM – 3 PM
ORO VALLEY MARKETPLACE
12155 N Oracle Rd, Oro Valley, AZ 85737
$5 admission, $1 off for Veterans & active-duty military, kids 10 and under free
The time, patience, and love it takes to cultivate a work of art are no different when on canvas or in the design of an automobile. Behind each vehicle, there is a story, and over 150 classic car owners will converge in Oro Valley this month to share those stories.
The festival is proudly sponsored by Hughes Federal Credit Union, the Town of Oro Valley, Town West, Lisa Bayless Realty and 805.
The annual Cruise, BBQ & Blues Festival, one of the area’s premier events of its kind, will mark its 14th year of drawing spectators throughout the region to see hundreds of classic and custom cars while supporting Veterans.
In addition to the hundreds of classic, muscle, sports, and specialty cars, the event will feature fun and children’s activities, live musical performances, vendors, tractors, stationary engine displays, and a BBQ food court.
All monies raised at the event will go directly to support the Southern Arizona Arts & Cultural Alliance’s community arts and cultural outreach programs throughout the State.
Special thanks to the Town of Oro Valley, Hughes Federal Credit Union, Town West Properties, Lisa Bayless Realty, and 805.
WHAT TO EXPECT AT THE FESTIVAL
• Over 150 classic, sports cars and trucks on display
• Custom designed awards by local artist John Benedict
• People’s Choice Awards
• Featured Beer from 805/Firestone Walker
• A wide range of BBQ styles from local chefs and restaurants
• Live Blues Music on the Mainstage
• Vintage Truck and Tractor Experience by Power from the Past
• Community Raffle
• Children’s Art Activities
ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
Adding a soulful atmosphere to the event, live blues music will captivate audiences with renditions of blues greats. The main stage will feature three bands throughout the day. A tribute style salute to our Veterans will kick off the award festivities, with the Star-Spangled Banner, and a presentation of the color guard.
**THE DEADLINE FOR EARLY BIRD CLASSIC CAR REGISTRATION IS APPROACHING ON DECEMBER 31, 2022. GET IN YOUR APPLICATION TODAY**