Gateway HET Car Cruise Rolls Into Pacific, MO | August 15, 2026

There’s something about classic cars and Route 66 that just belongs together!

This Saturday, August 15, 2026, the Gateway HET Car Cruise rolls into Pacific for a morning of classic cars, Route 66 history, and hometown fun at one of Pacific’s most recognizable landmarks—the historic Red Cedar Inn.

And best of all? It’s free to attend.

🚗 Gateway HET Car Cruise: Quick Details

When: Saturday, August 15, 2026

Time: 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

Where: Red Cedar Inn

Address: 1047 East Osage Street, Pacific, MO 63069

Admission: FREE

Bring the family, grab a chair, and enjoy some beautiful classic automobiles right along historic Route 66.

🏡 Don’t Miss the Historic Red Cedar Inn

If you’ve never stopped at the Red Cedar Inn, the car cruise gives you another good reason.

Built in 1934, the Red Cedar Inn became a well-known Route 66 restaurant and stopping point for generations of travelers. Today, the restored landmark serves as a museum and visitor center celebrating the Inn, Pacific, and Route 66.

So while you’re checking out the cars, take a peek inside, too.

❤️ Another Reason We Like Living in Pacific

Events like this are part of what makes living in a small community fun.

You don’t always need an elaborate weekend plan. Sometimes it’s as simple as heading down the road, checking out a row of beautiful old cars, learning a little local history, and saying hello to a few neighbors.

And during the Route 66 Centennial, Pacific has an especially good excuse to celebrate.

🏡 Looking for an Apartment in Pacific, MO?

At Pacific Village Apartments, we’re proud to call Pacific home. That’s why we enjoy sharing the local events, parks, businesses, and attractions that make our community a great place to live.

Pacific Village Apartments has two apartments coming available November 1st!

Current Availability — November 1st

🏠 Northern Pacific — 1 Bedroom $895/month

🏠 Central Pacific — 2 Bedroom $1,150/month

Water, sewer, and trash included.