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Moose Cruise Nights To Return For 2023 Season In May

The 2023 Moose Cruise Nights season will kick off 2023 in downtown Downers Grove. Here's what to know.

DOWNERS GROVE, IL — Classic cars, souped-up coupes and other vintage rides will sparkle in the sunlight when the 2023 Moose Cruise Night season kicks off in Downers Grove on May 26.

Moose Cruise Nights will be held every Friday from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. through Sept. 1. There will be no cruise night on June 23 due to the Rotary Grove Fest, which runs from June 22 through June 25.

There's a $10 suggested donation for car owners who want to take part in the in a Moose Cruise Night, the proceeds of which aid nonprofit organizations in and around Downers Grove. Each week, funds will benefit a different nonprofit. The 2023 benefactors include:

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  • West Suburban Humane Society
  • Mooseheart
  • Moose Charities
  • Moosehaven
  • Special Olympics
  • Friends for Downers Grove Township Seniors
  • PWNAGE 2451 Robotics Team
  • Downers Grove Area FISH Pantry

During each Moose Cruise Night, visitors can head to the Main Street Station to hear live music.

What: Moose Cruise Nights 2023

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When: Fridays from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., May 26 through Sept. 1

Where: Loyal Order of Moose Downers Grove Lodge 1535, 1030 Warren Ave., Downers Grove

In 2022, the Moose Cruise Nights raised roughly $4,000 to help local organizations.

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