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Cruise in to
for 2023 Cruisin’ the Coast Festivities
Visitors and locals alike are invited to cruise into Beau Rivage for a week of vintage, classic cars and fun as Coastal Mississippi hosts its 27th Annual Cruisin’ The Coast, October 1-8. Dubbed “America’s Largest Black Party,” the weeklong event is expected to draw more than 9,500 vehicles from around the globe. The party at Beau Rivage gets firing on all cylinders October 4, with the Cruisin’ The Coast dance party and rolls through the weekend with The Beach Boys, free nightly live entertainment, drink specials and dedicated parking for cruisers.
October 4: Dance Party featuring The Molly Ringwalds
Tease your hair and put on your favorite ’80s attire for the “World’s Greatest ’80s Experience,” The Molly Ringwalds. Dance the night away to a variety of genres. Tickets are $20 plus tax and may be purchased by visiting the Beau Rivage Box Office or by calling 888.566.7469. Doors open at 6 p.m.
From 6-7:30 p.m., join auto enthusiasts outside the Beau Rivage Theatre for Celebrity Meet & Greet Autograph Sessions featuring Dennis Gage of
“My Classic Car;” Cristy Lee of “Garage Squad;” Courtney Hansen, star of MotorTrend’s “Ride of Your Life with Courtney Hansen;” and Joe and Amanda Martin of Martin Bros. Customs and “Iron Resurrection.”
Johnny Dawg of NaNaSha and the Triggerproof All Stars keep the party going from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. in EIGHT75. Admission is free.
October 6-7: The Beach Boys
“America’s Band,” The Beach Boys, mark more than a half century of making music and the group continues to ride the crest of a wave unequalled in America’s musical history. The Beach
Boys will perform in the Beau Rivage Theatre October 6 and 7, at 8 p.m.
The Rock and Roll Hall of Famers have sold more than 100 million records worldwide and were also honored at the 2001 Grammy Awards with the Lifetime Achievement Award. Led by Mike Love, who, along with longtime member Bruce Johnston, musical director Scott Totten, Brian Eichenberger, Christian Love, Tim Bonhomme, John Cowsill, Keith Hubacher and Randy Leago,
The Beach Boys continue the legacy
of the iconic band. This concert will
not feature Brian Wilson, Al Jardine or David Marks.
Tickets start at $55, and can be purchased by calling 888.566.7469 or online at beaurivage.com.
Afterparty with Triggerproof in EIGHT75
Each night, head to EIGHT75 for
a Cruisin’ afterparty featuring Triggerproof, putting a variety of favorites from pop, rock and hip-hop through the musical blender to recreate both popular and classic radio-friendly hits.
Troubadour Thursday and Unplugged Friday in Black Clover Lounge
Black Clover Lounge offers live music from 6-10 p.m. on October 5 and 6. Gulf Coast acoustic duo Matt & Amber perform on Troubadour Thursday, while rock and country artist Sam Donald takes the microphone for Unplugged Friday.
And, throughout the week, Beau Rivage will offer dedicated cruiser parking and cruisers can enjoy an $8 specialty cocktail menu at BetMGM Book Bar & Grill and EIGHT75.
For a full schedule of events, visit cruisinthecoast.com.
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Courtney Hansen
Johnny Dawg
Matt & Amber
The Triggerproof All Stars
Dennis Gage
Sam Donald