The Woodward Dream Cruise – WDC – is the World's Most Popular Car Cruise and largest one-day automotive event. It is held annually the 3rd Saturday of August on Woodward Avenue just north of Detroit in Michigan, USA. Rain or shine.
Official Date: August 18, 2012. Saturday, 9am to 9pm.
In Reality: It's a week long event, starting before Monday August 13th, ending on the 18th.
WDC Official Website: www.woodwarddreamcruise.com plus WDC Facebook and WDC Twitter
No fee to drive in the Woodward Dream Cruise, no admission charge to watch it. Anyone can cruise but those not driving a classic car must stay out of the two right lanes (curb side).
18th Annual WDC takes place along 16 miles of Woodward Ave through eight communities just north of Detroit: Berkley, Bloomfield Hills, Bloomfield Township, Ferndale, Huntington Woods, Pleasant Ridge, Pontiac, Royal Oak. The 16 mile driving loop is from Ferndale on the south end (north border of Detroit) to Pontiac on the north end.
Lots of events to check out. See an amazing amount of classic cars, antique cars, custom cars, and car shows up the wazoo! On Saturday, there will be live music entertainment from bands on many stages throughout the route. Also check out → Car Clubs and Enthusiasts in Michigan
About one million people attend this event each year. It's all about cars, cruisin, showing off, partying, hanging out, entertainment, people watching and being seen, and more cars.
Woodward Dream Cruise Events and Highlights
For WDC cruising, Mike recommends these Detroit area radio stations:
Oldies - 104.3 FM (WOMC) Classic Rock - 94.7 FM (WCSX) Country - 99.5 FM (WYCD)
2011 Events info posted when known.
Ferndale Woodward Dream Cruise 2011
Thursday 8/19 through Saturday 8/20 in the 9 Mile and Woodward area.
Scheduled Events include...
• Emergency Vehicle Show and the Classics & Cruis'n Legends Vehicle Show
• Mustang Alley
• Light & Siren Cruise immediately following the Woodward Dream Cruise Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
• Rock'n Live Entertainment, and more. see website for specific events days and times.
Berkley CruiseFest
TBA 2011. in the 12 Mile and Woodward area. City of Berkley website
Cruisefest Classic Car Parade, music tent, food court, climbing tower, more.
Bloomfield Township 2011 Dream Cruise Classic Car Show and Cruise Viewing Area
Saturday, August 20th at Mercedes Benz of Bloomfield located just south of Big Beaver Rd (a.k.a. 16 Mile, Quarton Rd).
Pontiac – City of Pontiac Dream Cruise Events posted on their calendar.
Woodward Ave area: the top, northern loop of the cruise. north of Long Lake Rd (18 Mile).
Royal Oak – their WDC events and information when posted. [DDA Events]
Woodward Ave area: 11 Mile.
Huntington Woods Woodward Dream Cruise Info [City of Huntington Woods website]
Woodward Ave area: north side of 10 Mile (I-696).
Pleasant Ridge – City of City of Pleasant Ridge website.
Woodward Ave area: south side of 10 Mile (I-696)
Bloomfield Hills – City of Bloomfield Hills website.
Woodward Ave area: Long Lake Rd (where 18 Mile would be).
Woodward Dream Cruise Official Merchandise – online store, current and collectibles.
Woodward Dream Cruise Network – WoodwardDreamCruise.net, "a public, social and informational web site used by fans and participants of The Woodward Dream Cruise." Forums, photos, videos, messaging, and more. You can become a member (free) and join the group when they get together during the WDC.
Related Information
Autopalooza – get information about major car cruises, car races, and car shows in Southeast Michigan during the summer months.
Woodward Avenue is M-1 (Michigan highway) – details and history listed in Wikipedia.
Woodward Avenue Action Association (WA3)
Car Clubs and Car Enthusiasts in Michigan
Classic Car Club of Michigan – The Classic Car Club of America Michigan Region. "dedicated to the collection, preservation, esthetic pleasure and driving enjoyment of the classic era automobiles produced from 1925 through 1948."
America's Corvette Club of Michigan – based in West Bloomfield, north of Detroit. "activities we plan include competitive driving, cruises, car shows, national Corvette events, and social gatherings."
Corvette Legends Club (Corvettes eighteen years of age or older) – based in Plymouth, west of Detroit. Planned trips, charity functions, events and social activities.
The American Road Thunderbird Club (TARTC) – a vintage car group, they preserve and enjoy vintage Thunderbirds and sponsore many events each year.
Motor City Viper Owners MCVO – Viper Club of America Motor City Region. Dodge Viper.
Mustang Owners Club of Southeastern Michigan MOCSEM – a family club dedicated to preserving the legend of the Ford Mustang.
Motor City Terminators MCT – "mission of the Motor City Terminators Car Club is to enhance the Mustang Cobra Terminator experience for our members by providing support, information, and activities"
West Michigan Mustang Club – "We are centered in Grand Rapids but have members in Traverse City, in Kalamazoo, and in the Lansing area. We recognize all Mustangs."
Michigan Region of the Lincoln & Continental Owners Club LCOC – "we are dedicated to the preservation, recognition, and appreciation of all Lincoln automobiles by bringing together Lincoln owners and enthusiasts in a friendly and social manner for the purpose of furthering knowledge and awareness of the Lincoln marque of automobiles."
North Oakland Bowtie's – a family oriented car club that welcomes all current and future vehicle owners with any make, model or year. The Bowtie's assist in several weekly Cruise-Ins, along with hosting an annual show at Waterford Hills Racetrack, a private party at the annual Woodward Dream Cruise, "Bowtie's on the Blvd" and an annual Christmas Party. Oakland County is located north of Detroit.
Exiled Car Club – a Michigan wide car club.
TorinoCobra.com – The Ford Torino Cobra Site. members, forums, events.
Michigan Widetrackers – 16th Chapter of Pontiac Oakland Club International (P.O.C.I.). "We are the oldest and most renown Pontiac, Oakland and GMC club in the state. Our goals include promoting the rich history of Pontiac, Oakland, and GMC vehicles and making their ownership an enjoyable experience. We are a fun-loving group of car enthusiasts who enjoy the classic and collector hobby, making new friends, and cruising. We have and continue to support many community charities and events."
Model "A" Restorers Club MARC – to acquire, restore, preserve and exhibit the Model "A" Ford.
Shelby American Automobile Club – Motor City Region – "we are one of the oldest SAAC regions in the United States"
Rattle Can Rodders – a locally run club dedicated to Hot Rodders & Car Crafters who love working on their own cars.
Flaming Pistons Car Club of Michigan
WCSX Classic Rock Cruisers
Motown Muscle – Musclecar Club, Detroit.
Cruisin' MI – articles, photos, videos, blogs, events.
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