ATASCADERO — The City of Atascadero will host its 32nd Annual Hot El Camino Cruise Nite on Friday, August 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., kicking off the 2025 Cruisin’ Weekend. The closed cruise will take place on El Camino Real between Traffic Way and Curbaril, with hard road closures beginning at 5:30 p.m. Multiple surrounding streets and highway access points will also be closed or detoured. Attendees are urged to follow all posted signs and pedestrian crossings.

Drivers participating in the cruise must follow strict “Rules of the Road,” including no tire spinning, excessive noise, or unsafe driving. Violations may result in citations or removal from the route. Registration is $45 per vehicle and must be completed by 4 p.m. on August 15 at the Colony Park Community Center, with a cap of 350 vehicles.

On Saturday, August 16, the celebration continues with Dancing in the Streets from 5 to 10 p.m. in Downtown Atascadero’s Sunken Gardens, featuring live music, food, and drinks. Additional street closures will be in effect starting at 11 a.m. Visit VisitAtascadero.com/cruise for full details.

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