When is the Route 66 Rendezvous? 

• Answer: The Route 66 Rendezvous is always held on the third weekend of September, Thursday through Sunday. The 19th Annual Stater Bros. Route 66 Rendezvous is September 18 - 21, 2008.
   

What time does it start?

• Answer: Event times are as follows:
  Thursday, Sept. 18th: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
  Friday, Sept. 19th: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
  Saturday, Sept. 20th: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
  Sunday, Sept. 21st: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

How much does it cost to enter as a spectator?

• Answer: As a spectator, the event is FREE in the downtown area. There is a $6.00 fee for the Burnout contest on Saturday, Sept. 20th at the Orange Show Speedway.
   

How do I get to the Route 66 Rendezvous?

• Answer: Click here to go to the Event Map page for directions.
  
   

As a spectator, where do I park?

• Answer: The event covers 35 blocks of downtown San Bernardino.  There are several FREE public parking lots that surround the event.  Best advice, come early and bring your comfortable walking shoes.
  
   

How do I enter my car?

• Answer: Pre-Register: Your car must have been made between 1900 through 1973 and be in show quality, meaning no primer spots, dents, rust, etc. It can be one solid primer color. Any year Corvette, Viper & Prowler is permitted. Second, fill out an official registration form, attach a copy of the vehicles current DMV registration, a color photo of the vehicle, and enclose a check for the proper amount. Mail your completed registration and required documents to Route 66 Rendezvous, 201 North "E" Street, Suite 301, San Bernardino, CA 92401.
  
   

• Vehicle Registration Forms will be available at vehicle check-in beginning September 19, 2008. Check-in location is located in the Carousel Mall parking lot across from Fairview Ford. Click here for a map.
• Show vehicle is not required onsite to register.  
• If you do not bring your show vehicle you must bring a good quality color photo of the vehicle you are registering.  
• A copy of your current DMV registration.  
• Appropriate payment of $80.00 for on-site registration.

What are the times for Pre-registration check-in and New On-Site Registration?

• Answer: Registration is located at the Carousel Mall parking lot (Section M) on “G” Street, north of 2nd Street - across from Fairview Ford. Click here for a map.
  - Pre-Registration Check-in Begins: Thursday, Sept. 18, 2008 through Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008 from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m, and Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 from 8 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
  - New/On-Site Registration: Based on Availability: Friday, Sept. 19, 2008 & Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008 from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m, and Sunday, Sept. 21, 2008 from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m.
  

Can I register for only one day?

• Answer: No - when you register, you are registered for the entire event.  You may attend one or all days.
  
   

How much does it cost to enter my vehicle?

• Answer: Your registration fee includes a reserved parking space and assigned space number for the entire event, official event t-shirt, credentials, commemorative license plate, and dash plaque.
  - On or before August 1, 2007 = $70.00
  - On-Site = $80.00. After August 1, 2007 you must register your vehicle on-site at Vehicle Registration located at the Carousel Mall parking lot (Section M) on “G” Street, north of 2nd Street - across from Fairview Ford beginning Friday, Sept. 14, 2007 or Saturday, Sept. 15, 2007 from 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. and Sunday, Sept. 16, 2007 from 8 a.m. – 12 noon.
  
  

To qualify as a registered vehicle, your vehicle must meet the standards below.

• Well-maintained show quality vehicles. Paint & chrome must be presentable and complete.
• Primered vehicles are acceptable, BUT must be all one color clean primer.
• Part-Primer, Part-Paint is NOT acceptable, nor are mismatched painted body parts.
• Body damage, visible rust or broken glass is NOT acceptable.
• All street legal equipment (lights, etc.) is required on your vehicle.
• Exceptions for minor items may be made at the discretion of the organizers.
• Street legal vehicles only, unless waived by Organizers in writing.
• Upon inspection of pre-registered vehicle, Organizers reserve the right to revoke Registration. If revoked, fee will be refunded within three weeks after event.
• If your vehicle is under construction but will be completed prior to the event, you may still submit your entry form with a photo of the current vehicle, however, please submit a note with your entry form stating your intent e.g. “My vehicle will be painted prior to the event dates”, “The bumper will be installed prior to the event dates”. Your vehicle will be placed in a hold folder for follow-up. Prior to the event, your vehicle will be re-inspected by a new photo or on-site for approval.
  
  

What Restrictions are there?

• Vehicles activating hydraulics and/or air bags; flames from exhaust; obscene or offensive artwork, signs, stickers, etc. are prohibited.
• Open exhaust system rules are strictly enforced. Open Header Cruisin': 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, 2008 only.
• No "For Sale" signs are allowed. Discreet decal/paint is allowed.
• No unauthorized bicycles, skateboards, golf carts, and motorized carts allowed within event boundary.
• No roping off large sections or spaces

How many spaces are available?

• Answer: Space is limited to the first 1,900 vehicles approved. Each participant will receive a reserved parking space and assigned number. 

I heard there are Reserve Parking Spaces Available for Participants.  How did I get one?

• Answer: Your registration fee includes a reserved parking space and assigned space number for the entire event. Reserved Parking Map

I've registered my vehicle, now how do I find my reserved parking space number?

• Answer: Prior to the event you will receive a confirmation letter indicating your area and space number. At registration you will also receive an event map showing the areas of reserved parking.  Click here to see the current reserved parking map.  Reserved Parking Map

Where are your hotels/motels?  Can I stay in my R.V.?

• Answer:  San Bernardino has many hotels and motels to meet your accommodation needs. R.V.ers can park their trailers & motor homes at assigned located in the downtown area. (RV location and pricing will be available in May 2008) Click here to view the area hotel/motel accommodations. 
  

What events are going on?

• Answer: Click here to go to the Schedule of Events page.
   

What Bands do you have this year?

• Answer:  Click here to see who will play during the 2008 event on the Stater Bros. Stage at Court Street Square. *Bands & Times are subject to change without notice.
  
   

When & Where are the Contests?

• Answer:  Click here for more information on all Contest Events.
  

How can I become a vendor?

• Answer:  The best way to become a vendor is to call the San Bernardino Convention & Visitors Bureau at (909) 388-2934 or refer to the Vendor Information Page on this website. Click Here 

Are Sponsorships Available?

• Answer: Yes, Contact Jo Ann Webb by email at joann@route-66.org or phone : (909) 388-2934.

The information on this page is subject to change without notice.  If you have a question that was not answered above, please call the San Bernardino Convention & Visitors Bureau at (909) 388-2934 or email at shelly@route-66.org .