✨ Join the Celebration
Experience the excitement of Smokey and the Bandit like never before with 3 days of cars, music, and movie history.
🎬 Vehicle Registration
Bring your Trans Am, replica, or classic car to be part of the celebration!
Every registered vehicle will get a prime spot downtown, and the chance to be part of movie history.
📅 Friday, Oct 17 - Smokey and the Bandit Premiere Revisited
Historic Tara Theatre – Atlanta, GA
Step onto the red carpet where it all began in 1977. Relive the excitement of the original premiere with:
- Cast & crew Q&A featuring on-set stories and behind-the-scenes memories
- Rare memorabilia and photo ops
- Special 35mm screening of Smokey and the Bandit
📅 Saturday, Oct 18 - Downtown Jonesboro Car Show
Main Street – Jonesboro, GA
The Trans Am Takeover takes over downtown with a massive open car show:
- Spotlight on the legendary Pontiac Firebird Trans Am
- All makes & models welcome
- Trophies & awards across multiple classes
- Food trucks, vendors, and family fun
- Guided tours of Smokey and the Bandit filming locations
Saturday night is the big finale with live music from The Bandit’s — Jerry Reed’s band!
📅 Sunday, Oct, 19 - Car Cruise to Stone Mountain
Starting at Summit Racing – McDonough, GA
Finish the weekend with an easygoing encore:
- Scenic convoy of Firebirds, classics, and modern rides
- Stops at filming locations along the route
- Final destination: Stone Mountain for photos and fun before heading home
Register for TRANS AM TAKEOVER WEEKEND PACKAGE
🎟️ Sponsorship Opportunities
Help make this 3-day festival possible while showcasing your business. Sponsors are featured on event materials, social media, and at the show itself.
All sponsorship donations benefit Arts Clayton Gallery — the original Coors Beer Warehouse from the film — and are tax-deductible.