Classic cars, trucks and other specialty vehicles are scheduled to gather in Waxahachie and Midlothian during the first half of August. Because recurring cruise-ins may change for weather or other conditions, visitors should check the linked organizer pages before leaving home.
Thursday, Aug. 6: Waxahachie cruise-in
A community calendar listing says a Thursday cruise-in is scheduled from 6 to 8 p.m. behind Tropical Smoothie Cafe and Omar’s, 2002 Enterprise Parkway in Waxahachie. The listing describes it as an all-vehicle gathering. This event is listed by a third-party calendar, so visitors should confirm it on the day of the event.
Friday, Aug. 7: Texas Best Smokehouse cruise-in
Midlothian Classic Wheels lists its monthly cruise-in for the first Friday of each month, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Texas Best Smokehouse, 2220 Plainview Road in Midlothian. The Aug. 7 date follows that published recurring schedule and is weather permitting.
Saturday, Aug. 8: Waxahachie Fun Run Car Show
The Waxahachie Fun Run Car Show is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Getzendaner Park. The show is open to cars, trucks, Jeeps, motorcycles and tractors. Spectator admission is free, and vehicle entry is $20 cash.
The event includes awards, door prizes and a 50/50 drawing. Proceeds benefit the Texas Baptist Home for Children.
Saturday, Aug. 15: Cars & Coffee in Midlothian
Midlothian Classic Wheels holds Cars & Coffee on the third Saturday of each month from 7:30 to 10:30 a.m., weather permitting. The gathering takes place in the Founders Row parking lot near 314 E. Avenue F in Midlothian. Aug. 15 is the third Saturday in August.
Before you go
Parking-lot gatherings and cruise-ins can be postponed with little notice. Check the Midlothian Classic Wheels event calendar and the individual event listing before traveling. Ellis Crossroads will update this guide if an organizer announces a schedule change.
Organizing a public car meet in Waxahachie, Midlothian or Red Oak? Send Ellis Crossroads the verified details, including the date, hours, address, organizer contact and a public event link.