Hello Everyone: Our preparations for the 23rd edition of Cruisin’ The Coast are moving right along. Like the jolly elf himself, we’re making lists and checking them twice to ensure all is ready for your visit to Coastal Mississippi. Even our scenic Highway 90 is getting dressed-up, with a fresh coating of asphalt being applied as I write this. I know most of you are curious about Centennial Plaza as our site for Cruise Central. Rest assured, we’ll be back there, with a few twists. Read the article in this newsletter and you’ll have all the scoop. There is also information on the move of our D’Iberville venue. Dates to Know The CTC leg of the Street Rodder Road Tour will be back Cruisin’ The Coast 2019 again this year, with the addition of the Vintage Air Road Tour. Look for these two great groups of street rodders during your Oct. 6 - 13, 2019 Open to vehicles 1989 and older trip, or see them in the evenings at the IP Casino Resort Spa and the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort. Early bird registration $60 Open until midnight, And remember, early registration ends August 15, so get August 15, 2019 that done and out of the way. INCLUDES: • 1 free participant t-shirt We’ll see you soon, • Confirmation Card to enter Early Bird Cash Drawing (10 cards @ $500 each)

On-site registration $90 Sherwood R. “Woody” Bailey, Jr. Oct. 7-12, 2019 (Does not include shirt or card) Vice Chairman & Executive Director

Cruisin’ Registration Deadline Nears You’re almost out of time, and you really don’t want to be. CRUISIN’ THE COAST 2019 EARLY REGISTRATION ENDS AUGUST 15! It’s creeping up really soon and you don’t want to miss it. Win ‘Visit Mississippi’ Getaway You’ve got time, but you have to hurry. August 15 will be here and gone soon. If you’re not registered, you can do so online at www.cruisinthecoast.com. If that isn’t your thing, you can also find on your way to Cruisin’ The Coast a registration form on our website that is fillable and printable. Simply complete it and mail it in to us Visit Mississippi is offering a special promotion with your payment. for Cruisin’ The Coast 2019 registrants only! Online registrations must be completed prior to midnight, August 15, when the system will Stop by the official state Welcome Center in close. Faxed registrations (228-385-3842) must be time stamped prior to midnight, August 15. Jackson County, Hancock County, DeSoto Mailed registrations must be postmarked no later than August 15. County or Lauderdale County and register for Early registration includes a mailed registration confirmation card, which when turned in at Cruise a special Mississippi getaway. These getaways Central, gets you in the running for one of 10 $500 cash prizes. It also gets you a free participant will include a Mississippi gift package, a one t-shirt, which is not available to those registering on site. Best of all, it only costs $60 to register early. night stay and a meal at a local restaurant. You If you wait until you get to Cruise Central, it will cost you $90 and you don’t get the free stuff. must register between Sunday, October 6 and If you’re not sure if you’ve registered or not, give us a call toll free at 888-808-1188, M-F, Thursday, October 10, 2019. A Cruisin’ The Coast 8 a.m. - 3 p.m., CST. We’ll happily check that for you. confirmation card must be shown at the time of registration. More information will be available Now go get registered! closer to Cruisin’ The Coast; keep an eye on Facebook and our website, www.cruisinthecoast.com.

Centennial Plaza Still Home to Cruise Central Welcome Center Locations • DeSoto County Welcome Center – Cruise Central, our headquarters location, will be back at Centennial Plaza again this year! In fact, this 3685 I-55 South, Hernando, MS historic campus, complete with two hotels, a 3-acre water playground, multiple restaurants, luxurious green • Hancock County Welcome Center – spaces, and a majestic dancing water fountain, is the official “Host Resort” of Cruisin’! I-10 and Highway 607, Exit 2, Slated to open August 1st, Centennial Plaza is taking reservations for Cruisin’ week at both The Pearlington, MS • Jackson County Welcome Center – Oasis Resort and The Grand Centennial Hotel. To inquire about reservations, please go to their website: I-10 West Bound, Exit 75, Moss Point, MS www.centennialplazams.com. • Lauderdale County Welcome Center – So you know, CTC will occupy the east side of the property, as usual, and the resort will take up I-20 and 59 West, Toomsuba, MS the remainder of the property to the west. Registered Cruisers will turn to the RIGHT upon entering the property, just as you always have. Unfortunately, spectator parking will be offsite. Details, when available, will be on our website, www.cruisinthecoast.com.

D’Iberville Venue Moves to Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort The Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, the City of D’Iberville and Cruisin’ The Coast have teamed-up to bring you a totally new and exciting experience this year. The D’Iberville venue is moving from it’s longtime location at the Civic Center to the wonderful environs of the Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort. There will be tons of parking for cruisers and spectators alike, vendors, food and fun right in the shadow of one of the Coast’s newest and most beautiful casino resorts. You can show and shine, dance to live music, buy something for your sweetie, twist the arm on a slot machine, play a round or two of Lava Links Mini Golf, get a great meal and never leave the block. Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort is located at 9380 Central Avenue, D’Iberville, MS 39540.

Night Cruise Shirt Still has Spots Open ET Motorgear is still accepting pictures of your registered ride for the Night Cruise special edition shirt. If you want to make your car (or truck) the star, send a couple pictures of it to Earl Tom at: [email protected]. He likes to have a few different shots from which to choose. Remember to give him your contact information and details about the vehicle. You’ve got until August 1 to get that in. Cruisin’ Schedule 2019 Saturday, October 5: Casino Entertainment • Jesse Hill, 6-10 p.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood • Unfazed Show Band, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hollywood Casino • DJ Json, 8 p.m. midnight, Boomtown Casino • Brandon Bennett’s Elvis My Way, 8 p.m., IP Casino • The Wise Guys, 8 p.m., Silver Slipper, Stage Bar • Loverboy, 8 p.m., Hard Rock • Hank Berumen, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Butler’s Bar & Lounge

Sunday, October 6: • View the Cruise, Downtown Gulfport, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. • Cruise-In, Hardy Court Shopping Center, Gulfport, 9 a.m.-2 p.m. • Cruisin’ Through the Decades, Gautier, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. • Joe & Amanda Martin, Martin Brothers Customs/Iron Resurrection appearances: Hardy Court Shopping Center, Gulfport, 10 a.m.-Noon; “View The Cruise” event, Gulfport, 2-5 p.m. Casino Entertainment • Jesse Hill, Brunch 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Scarlet’s Steaks & Seafood • Jesse Hill, 5-9 p.m., Treasure Bay Casino, CQ, • Dr. Zhivegas, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Beau Rivage, EIGHT75

Monday, October 7: • Registration open from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. at Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport • Autocross – presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino and Autocross Guys, Coast Coliseum (west parking lot), 1-5 p.m. Open to registered vehicles only. • Long Beach Parade – Open to registered vehicles only. First 600 to arrive will be in the parade. Line up at 1 p.m. at Long Beach High School, parade starts at 5:30 p.m. • Joe & Amanda Martin, Martin Brothers Customs/Iron Resurrection appearances: Cruise Central, Centennial Plaza, Gulfport, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.; Grand Marshals, CTC Kick-off Parade, Long Beach, 4-6 p.m. • The Tip Tops playing at Long Beach Harbor, 6-9 p.m. Casino Entertainment • Dr. Zhivegas, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Beau Rivage, EIGHT75

Tuesday, October 8: • Registration open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Cruise Central, Gulfport • The Vicari Auto Auction vehicle check-in at Coast Coliseum 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Autocross – presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino and Autocross Guys, Coast Coliseum (west parking lot), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Open to registered vehicles only. • “Salute To Our Veterans,” 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Cruise Central • Cruisin’ The River City, Moss Point, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. • Cristy Lee appearances: Cruise Central 10 a.m.-12 p.m. and 1-3 p.m. during Salute To Our Veterans • Flame-throwing competition at Island View Casino in Gulfport, Entertainment, 4 p.m., Registration, 5 p.m., begins at dusk; $600 Cash Prizes & Trophies! Cristy Lee appearance! Casino Entertainment • Dr. Zhivegas, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Beau Rivage, EIGHT75

All events and times subject to change. Check our website for updates. Gulfport Cruise Central Wednesday, October 9: • 11 a.m.-Noon – N Rhythm • Registration open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Cruise Central, Gulfport • 1-2 p.m. – Tommy Morse Band • Biloxi Block Party, Downtown Biloxi, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. • 3-4:30 p.m. – Troy Laz • Autocross – presented by Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort and Edgewater Mall West Parking Lot (Hwy 90) Autocross Guys, Coast Coliseum, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Open to • 11 a.m.-Noon – Charles Grant (Platters) registered vehicles only. • 1-2 p.m. – Cool Rayz • The Vicari Auto Auction vehicle check-in at Coast Coliseum, • 3-4:30 p.m. – Departure (Journey Tribute) 9 a.m.-5 p.m. D’Iberville • Car Corral open and vehicle check-in, east of Treasure Bay, • 11 a.m.-Noon – Garry Wesley 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • 1-2 p.m. – Modern Eldorados • Diamondhead, Blessing of the Classics, 3-6 p.m. • 3-4:30 p.m. – Bennie & The Jets (Rocketman Tribute) • Cristy Lee appearances: Biloxi Block Party, Town Green, Ocean Springs Downtown 10 a.m.-noon; Beau Rivage Meet & Greet, 6-8 p.m. • 11 a.m.-Noon – Gypsy Rose • Courtney Hansen appearances: Biloxi Block Party, Town • 1-2 p.m. – Barlow Brothers Green, 10 a.m.-noon; Beau Rivage Meet & Greet, 6-8 p.m. • 3-4:30 p.m. – Dixie Jade • Official Beau Rivage Cruisin’ Event: Sock Hop with The New Pascagoula Orleans Mystics, Beau Rivage Pool Pavilion, Doors open 6 • 11 a.m.-Noon – Figure Eight p.m., Band performs 7 p.m. • 1-2 p.m. – The Martini Shakerz • 3-4:30 p.m. – Vince Vance & The Valiants Casino Entertainment • DJ Json, 1-6 p.m., Boomtown’s Fat Tuesday Casino Entertainment • Steve Warren Band, 8 p.m.-midnight, IP Casino, Chill Lounge • Pool Party featuring Unfazed, 4-8 p.m., Harrah’s. • Dian Diaz, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Beau Rivage, EIGHT75 Free for all cruisers. • Dave Mayley Band, 5:30 p.m., Silver Slipper, Beach Bar • Al “Lil’ Fats” Jackson, 7 p.m., Silver Slipper, Stage Bar Thursday, October 10: • DJ Rico, 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Golden Nugget, RUSH Lounge • Dian Diaz, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Beau Rivage, EIGHT75 • Registration and all Cruisin’ Venues are open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Miles Flatt Band, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; DJ SpiSee, 10 p.m.-until, IP Sites with bands: Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Casino, Chill Lounge Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula • 2020 Registration open noon-5 p.m. • Country Cruisin’ Breakfast, Long Beach Yacht Club, 7-10 a.m. Friday, October 11: • The Vicari Auto Auction, doors open at 8:30 a.m. • Registration and all Cruisin’ Venues are open 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. • Vicari Auction’s CTC Swap Meet open at Coast Coliseum, Sites with bands: Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, • Car Corral open and vehicle check-in, east of Treasure Bay, Pascagoula 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • 2019 and 2020 Registration continues 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Cristy Lee appearances: Ocean Springs, 10 a.m.-noon; • Country Cruisin’ Breakfast, Long Beach Yacht Club, 7-10 a.m. Edgewater Mall, 2-4 p.m.; DoubleTree Biloxi Cruise-In, • The Vicari Auto Auction doors open at 8:30 a.m. 7-9 p.m. • Vicari Auction’s CTC Swap Meet open at Coast Coliseum, • Courtney Hansen appearances: Pass Christian, 10 a.m.-noon; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Bay St. Louis, 2-4 p.m.; DoubleTree Biloxi Cruise-In, 7-9 p.m. • Car Corral continues, east of Treasure Bay, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Burn ‘em Up in the Pass! 2nd Street, Pass Christian, 5 p.m. • Courtney Hansen appearances: Cruise Central, 10 a.m.- until dusk. Live entertainment TBD. Check our website and noon; Ocean Springs, 2-4 p.m. Facebook for more information. • Dennis Gage appearances: Bay St. Louis, 9-11 a.m.; • Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort Sock Hop, 5-7 p.m., featuring Edgewater Mall, 2-4 p.m. Starz, Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort • Ocean Springs Sock Hop & Street Party, 6-9 p.m. featuring • DoubleTree Hotel Biloxi Cruise-In with Cristy Lee and Tory Laz & The 2 Hypnotic Band 6-7 p.m. and The Molly Courtney Hansen, 6-9 p.m. Ringwalds 7:30-9 p.m. • “Pass In The Night,” 5-9 p.m., Pass Christian, Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment Entertainment TBD Bay St. Louis • 11 a.m.-Noon – Mr. Saxman Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment • 1-2 p.m. – Starz Bay St. Louis • 3-4:30 p.m. – The Chee-Weez • 11 a.m.-Noon – Figure Eight Pass Christian • 1-2 p.m. – Cool Rayz • 11 a.m.-Noon – Brandie • 3-4:30 p.m. – Tip Tops • 1-2 p.m. – Tyme Pass Christian • 3-4:30 p.m. – Na Na Sha • 11 a.m.-Noon – Deuce Coupe • 1-2 p.m. – Pat Murphy & Sippiana Soul • 3-4:30 p.m. – Vince Vance & The Valiants Gulfport Cruise Central • 1-2 p.m. – Pat Murphy & Sippiana Soul • 11 a.m.-Noon – Mr. Saxman • 3-4:30 p.m. – Na Na Sha • 1-2 p.m. – The Martini Shakerz Pass Christian • 3-4:30 p.m. – Departure (Journey Tribute) • 11 a.m.-Noon – Garry Wesley Edgewater Mall West Parking Lot (Hwy 90) • 1-2 p.m. – Tommy Morse Band • 11 a.m.-Noon – Brandie • 3-4:30 p.m. – Bennie & The Jets (Rocketman Tribute) • 1-2 p.m. – Modern Eldorados Gulfport Cruise Central • 3-4:30 p.m. – Dixie Jade • 11 a.m.-Noon – Charles Grant D’Iberville • 1-2 p.m. – Modern Eldorados • 11 a.m.-Noon – Gypsy Rose • 3-4:30 p.m. – Dr. Zarr • 1-2 p.m. – Tyme Edgewater Mall West Parking Lot (Hwy 90) • 3-4:30 p.m. – Na Na Sha • 11 a.m.-Noon – Mr. Saxman Ocean Springs Downtown • 1-2 p.m. – Barlow Brothers • 11 a.m.-Noon – Garry Wesley • 3-4:30 p.m. – Vince Vance & The Valiants • 1-3 p.m. – Tommy Morse Band D’Iberville • 4-5:30 p.m. – Bennie & The Jets (Rocketman Tribute) • 11 a.m.-Noon – N Rhythm Pascagoula • 1-2 p.m. – Cool Rayz • 11 a.m.-Noon – Charles Grant • 3-4:30 p.m. – The Chee-Weez • 1-2 p.m. – Barlow Brothers Ocean Springs Downtown • 3-4:30 p.m. – The Chee-Weez • 11 a.m.-Noon – Figure Eight • 1-2 p.m. – The Martini Shakerz Casino Entertainment • 3-4:30 p.m. – Departure (Journey Tribute) • DJ Json, 5-10 p.m., Boomtown’s Fat Tuesday Pascagoula • The Castaways, 6 p.m., Silver Slipper, Beach Bar • 11 a.m.-Noon – Brandie • Steve Warren, 6-10 p.m., IP Casino, 32 • 1-2 p.m. – Tyme • Jesse Hill, 6-10 p.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Scarlet’s • 3-4:30 p.m. – Dixie Jade Steaks & Seafood • Jazz Saxophonist Jordan Chalden, 6-11 p.m., Harrah’s Gulf Casino Entertainment Coast, at Magnolia House by Kelly English • DJ Json, 5-10 p.m., Boomtown’s Fat Tuesday • Beach Boys, 8 p.m., Beau Rivage Theatre • Pat Murphy & Sippiana Soul, 6 p.m., Silver Slipper, • Travis Tritt, 8 p.m. IP Casino, Studio A Beach Bar • Al “Lil’ Fats” Jackson, 8 p.m. Silver Slipper, Stage Bar • Steve Warren, 6-10 p.m., IP Casino, 32 • Eugene Eash, 10 p.m.-1 a.m., Treasure Bay Casino, blu • Jesse Hill, 6-10 p.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, Scarlet’s • Starz, 8 p.m.-midnight, Boomtown Casino Steaks & Seafood • Platinum Café, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hollywood Casino • Beach Boys, 8 p.m., Beau Rivage Theatre • Mojiles, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; DJ Hurricane, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., • Al “Lil’ Fats” Jackson, 8 p.m., Silver Slipper, Stage Bar Golden Nugget, RUSH Lounge • Starz, 8 p.m.-midnight, Boomtown Casino • Hank Berumen, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, • Platinum Café, 8 p.m.-midnight, Hollywood Casino Butler’s Bar & Lounge • Mojiles, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; DJ Hurricane, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., • Miles Flatt Band, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; DJ ROOP, 10 p.m.-until, IP Golden Nugget, RUSH Lounge Casino, Chill Lounge • Hank Berumen, 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Scarlet Pearl Casino Resort, • Dian Diaz, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Beau Rivage, EIGHT75 Butler’s Bar & Lounge • Anderson Domingues, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Beau Rivage, Breeze Bar • Miles Flatt Band, 9 p.m.-1 a.m.; DJ ROOP, 10 p.m.-until, IP Casino, Chill Lounge • Dian Diaz, 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Beau Rivage, EIGHT75 Saturday, October 12: • Anderson Domingues, 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Beau Rivage, Breeze Bar • All Cruisin’ Venues are open 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sites with bands: Bay St. Louis, Pass Christian, Gulfport Cruise Central, Edgewater Mall, D’Iberville, Ocean Springs, Pascagoula Sunday, October 13: • 2019 registration, 9 a.m.-noon All events at Cruise Central • 2020 Registration, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • 2020 Registration open 8 a.m.-Noon. • Country Cruisin’ Breakfast, Long Beach Yacht Club, 7-10 a.m. • Non-denominational prayer service, 8 a.m. • The Vicari Auto Auction, doors open at 8:30 a.m. • Stamping Cards must be turned in by 9 a.m. • Vicari Auction’s CTC Swap Meet open at Coast Coliseum • Cruisin’ The Coast Finale Ceremonies, 9-10:30 a.m. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Gene Oswalt Volunteer of the Year Award • Car Corral continues, east of Treasure Bay, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. • Announcements of the winners of the Cash Drawings (40 • Dennis Gage appearances: D’Iberville, 9-11 a.m.; Ocean drawings of $500 each) totaling $20,000 Springs, 2-4 p.m. • Make-A-Wish Raffle Car Giveaway and unveiling of new Cruisin’ Venue Entertainment 2020 Raffle Vehicle! Bay St. Louis • Live entertainment by Na Na Sha, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • 11 a.m.-Noon – Gypsy Rose P.O.Box 424 Biloxi, MS 39533

• 350 V8 • 350 Automatic Transmission • Power Steering • Power 4-wheel Disk Brakes • A/C • Tilt Wheel • LED Lighting Package • Factory Buddy Bucket Seats • Smoothie Wheels 20/22

• Ticket Prices: One for $10, Three for $25 • Drawing: Sunday, Oct. 13, 2019 • You do not have to be present to win!

All proceeds benefit the Make-A-Wish Foundation and Cruisin’ The Coast.