On Saturday, September 23, the highly anticipated Bay Area Cruise Night is set to return to San Mateo, with an estimated 3,000 cars cruising along the El Camino from 3rd Ave. to Hillsdale Shopping Center starting at 7 p.m. This massive event has the potential to impact traffic flow and travel times in the area, urging non-participants to take alternate routes to avoid delays.

Although the Cruise Night is expected to be a nostalgic experience for attendees, it is essential for everyone's safety that all traffic laws are obeyed. The San Mateo Police Department (SMPD) will be present to ensure the safety of pedestrians, spectators, participants, and other drivers alike. Their commitment to public safety aligns with the organizers' emphasis on fostering a positive relationship with the local authorities, as noted in an Instagram post.

In addition to traffic concerns, organizers and law enforcement are working together to promote responsible behavior among spectators and participants. According to a recent Facebook post of the San Mateo Police Department, spectators are expected to remain on sidewalks, use crosswalks, avoid littering, respect private property, and refrain from public intoxication.

Meanwhile, participants are urged to avoid dangerous behavior, such as performing burnouts or doughnuts, speeding, reckless driving, allowing passengers to lean out windows or stand up in truck beds, driving while impaired, and other hazardous maneuvers. Law enforcement officials would rather not resort to enforcement actions, which could potentially jeopardize the event's future.