Full Notification

On Friday, 10/6 & Saturday 10/7, Nostalgia Day events will occur in the downtown Novato area. A car cruise and show will impact traffic in the areas of Grant Ave between Virginia Ave and Reichert Ave.

Friday, October 6: Car Cruise (Grant Ave Traffic Delays - Police Escort) 
Tomorrow, 10/6, traffic delays will occur to safely accommodate cruise participants and the community. Cruisers will stage in the parking lot of the Our Lady of Loretto Church (1806 Novato Blvd.) beginning at 4PM. The cruise will be approximately 200 vehicles.

Cruise Route: Grant Ave, (between Virginia Ave. & Reichert Ave.)
Scheduled Time: 5:00PM – 8:00PM

Saturday, October 7: Car Show (Grant Ave Road Closure)
On Saturday, 10/7, Grant Ave. will be closed to through traffic from Redwood Blvd. (near Redwood Credit Union) to Seventh St. (near Chase Bank).

Road Closure: Grant Ave (between Redwood Blvd. & Seventh St.) on Saturday 10/7 only
Closure Scheduled Times: 5:30AM – 6PM
Car Show Times: 10AM – 4PM. 

Event staff are expecting approximately 300 vehicles for the car show on Saturday. Barricades will be put in place by event staff and through traffic will be diverted starting at approximately 5:30AM on Saturday to prep for the event and remain in place until approximately 6PM. Grant Ave will open back up once the event is concluded.​​​​​​​

The Novato Police Department will be working both events to reasonably accommodate any traffic related issues. Please use alternative routes when necessary. We request those who cannot avoid the area to allow plenty of time for travel. The community’s patience and understanding are greatly appreciated.

For questions about the event or road closures, please contact Traffic Sergeant Reza Pourfarhani at 415.897.4361 or by email [email protected].