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The return of the Cruisin’ Reunion: Ontario

Here’s to 10 years of celebrating automotive comradery on Route 66
Jalyn Brooks • September 19, 2023
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Jalyn Brooks
Motorheads and casuals can appreciate a classic, slammed white 1964 Chevy Impala with a red leather interior.

From Chicago to Los Angeles, the famous Route 66 has remained a symbol of community and connection; a road artery that remains strong and vibrant across the country.

The Route 66 Cruisin’ Reunion pit stopped at its home of historic Downtown Ontario, CA, to celebrate their 10th anniversary from September 15-16.

From Mustang to Regal and Cadillac to Chevrolet, this annual car show showcased a plethora of classic cars with the streets filled with car enthusiasts.

The free event included cars cruising down Euclid Avenue, live performances and DJs, street vendors galore, rides and more. The starting location of the cruise started on Euclid Avenue running from B Street to I Street on both sides. Car clubs like Southern Stilo, Ontario Car Club and Old Town Bombs SGV showed out to represent their crews and cities.

 

This 1964 white Cadillac Pacific was spotted outside the Ontario Car Club. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

Street vendors offered tasty snacks like frozen lemonade, churros, bacon-wrapped hotdogs, Hawaiian shaved ice and plenty more. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

A 1941 Chevrolet Fleetline and 1963 Chevrolet Impala spotted outside the Ontario Car Club. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

You’re almost guaranteed to spot a 1959 custom Pontiac Thunderbird like this one in car shows like the Cruisin Reunion. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

Life is a highway so drive it all night long in a whip like one of these. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

The family fun zone and Ferris wheel were just a few of the options offered for cheap entertainment. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

Southern Stilo cars parked near the Ontario Community Bandstand give a retro feel to the aesthetic of the town. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

Several cars made rounds cruising around the block throughout the day. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

Several cars were decorated for Mexican Independence Day. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

Hey Siri, play Lowrider by Cypress Hill on Spotify. (Jalyn Brooks)

 

 

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    Mary Trejo • Sep 21, 2023 at 2:19 am

    What an awesome article. Congratulations Jaylyn. You took me down memory lane.

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