Westmont, Illinois – Date Issued: May 4, 2023
“Westmont Special Events is excited to announce this year’s Westmont Cruisin Nights & Street Fair schedule, which includes classic car theme nights, live entertainment, art shows hosted by the Creative Arts Network, and many fun activities for the whole family,” said Westmont Special Events Executive Director Kristina Kaniauskaite. “Last year we broke all of our previous attendance records and we’re planning for another successful car show season.” Kaniauskaite added, “This event is a great way for businesses to promote their products and services to the public. If you are interested in being a vendor or a sponsor, please contact the Westmont Special Events office at wsec@westmontevents.com or 630-829-9378 for more information.
The complete schedule for Westmont Cruisin’ Nights has been published on the Westmont Special Events website at westmontevents.com.
2023 WESTMONT CRUISIN’ NIGHTS
Named the best weekly summer car show in the Chicagoland area by WGN-Radio
Every Thursday June 1 thru August 31
5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Downtown Westmont on Cass Avenue
Over 250 classic cars and 2500 event guests come out to Westmont Cruisin’ Nights each and every week. While all makes and models are welcome each and every week, each week will feature and highlight various car themes.
Westmont Cruisin’ Nights & Street Fair provides fun for all ages. Each week, there will be two live bands, one in the downtown area north of Burlington Avenue, and another live music act at NEAT Kitchen + Bar. Cruisin’ Nights also features food and business specials, kids activities, event vendors, and of course, three blocks of Cool Cars On Cass.
Returning this summer, the Westmont Special Events and the Creative Arts Network will continue to host Art Shows. Arts Shows will be June 1, June 15, June 29, July 6, July 20, August 3, Aug. 17 and Aug. 31. If you would like to sign up to participate in an art show, please visit the Westmont Special Events website.
2023 CRUISIN’ NIGHTS WEEKLY SCHEDULE
JUNE 1
WELCOME BACK!! Westmont Cruisin’ Nights Kickoff!
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by the Mike Wheeler Blues Band
Michael C. Hayes @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
JUNE 8
Police Squad Car Night
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by the Flat Cats
April & Kevin @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Westmont Library Activity Table
Lights & Sirens Parade @ 9pm
JUNE 15
GM Night
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by Matt Shukin & The Ramblers
The Arthurs @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
JUNE 22
Muscle Cars, Hot Rods, Rat Rods & Dragsters
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by Left Of Center
Michael C. Hayes @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
JUNE 29
The Good Old Days – Cars from the 50’s, 60’s & 70’s
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by Double Trouble
The Danhattans @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
Car Club Guests – Midwest 356 Porsche Club & Porsche Club of America
JULY 6
Sports Car Night – Vettes, T-Birds, Porsches, Jags & More
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by BLUES BABY
Scott Allen @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
Car Club Guests – Porsche Club of America
JULY 13
Bank of America Night
Taste of Westmont Weekend – Classic car parking limited to Bank of America parking lot
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
JULY 20
Trucks, Jeeps & More
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by The Turntables
Music by Michael C. Hayes @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
JULY 27
Imports, Orphans & Movie Cars
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music featuring The Kings Fabulous Band
Chicago Rock Exchange @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Car Club Guests – BMW Club Of America
AUGUST 3
Fire Truck Night
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by Claremont Drive Band
Brad Dennison @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
Westmont Library Activity Table
Lights & Sirens Parade @ 9pm
AUGUST 10
May the Fords be with You
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by Jonny Lions & The Pride
Michael C. Hayes @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
AUGUST 17
Mopar, Motorcycles Military & More
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by The Other Guys
April & Kevin @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
Car Club Guests – Chicagoland MG Club
AUGUST 24
Come One Come All – All Cars Welcome
All car makes & models are welcome every week!
Music by Bossy Dog
Scott Allen @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Car Club Guests – Windy City Miata Car Club
AUGUST 31
End of Season Wrap-Up Party – Everyone’s Invited!
Music by The Wonders
Michael C. Hayes @ NEAT Kitchen + Bar
Creative Arts Network Art Show
If you are interested in being a sponsor or volunteering at Westmont Cruisin’ Nights, visit the Westmont Special Events website at westmontevents.com or call 630-829-8378. Also, be sure to like “Stanley Jamburger” on Facebook, which is the Westmont Special Events mascot, to get more event news, photos, videos, and more.
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