Local Business Feature

Cruise Over To Dairy Queen

Published August, 1999

By Courtney Jordan

If you are out and about in Medina on Wednesday evenings this summer, you may notice something a little strange. Don’t be alarmed if you see classic cars and hot rods at the Dairy Queen on Northland Drive. You haven’t been sent into a time warp. Since 1995, Dairy Queen in Medina has been hosting these summer night cruise-ins.

Connie Hendrix, the store’s owner, became involved with car shows after having one to benefit a local children’s hospital. The benefit was very successful, so she decided to have shows there on a regular basis. Her decision turned out to be a great one. The parking lot is full of folks who stop by to take a look at the cars and enjoy great ice cream. For example, Connie says, “We recently had 80 cars here on a Wednesday.” The atmosphere at each cruise-in is perfect for the whole family. Bring your favorite lawn chair, pick a spot and relax. For many, the greatest thing about these shows is that it gives them an opportunity to get together with friends. In fact, some car cruisers even form clubs and travel from show to show as a group.

DJ Frank LaManna plays “golden oldies” from 6:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. He also has trivia contests and other games.

Don’t have a hot rod or classic car? No big deal. Drive on over anyway and just take a look. Who knows...there could be a car for sale that suits you perfectly.

Many people take full advantage of the shaded porch area at the Dairy Queen. It’s a great place to sit and eat while watching everyone go by. Or, if you prefer, you can eat your meal inside the air conditioned building. Try a juicy hamburger or juicy chicken strip dinner.

Hendrix says, “Not only do we want to invite everybody to stop by here on Wednesdays, but once a month on Monday, the Seville Dairy Queen hosts a fantastic cruise-in too.” Registered cruisers receive a 10% discount on food purchases on cruise-in nights.