CLUB CRUISES

Annual Christmas Light Cruise Dec. 14th 2024

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens. Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the air-cooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back. MEET TIME IS 5PM 

Start location and time will be new this year!!! Here are the details:

Please note the new start location for this year!

The start location this year will be the parking lot of US Bank at 1399 Foxworthy Ave, San Jose, CA 95118 (at the corner of Cherry & Foxworthy).... There are several shops across the street, including a Starbucks, if people need any food or drinks prior to departure.

More details & updates at: https://www.facebook.com/events/540071672245800 


Disclaimer: Participation in the event is voluntary and done at your own risk. The organizers are not responsible for the health and safety of any participants."


Hi everyone! It's that time of year again for mark your calendars for the annual Vintage VW Christmas Light Cruise and Gift Exchange, happening this year on December 14.

Note: As of 11/15 the start location is TBD but will not be the same location as past events.

PLEASE READ EVENT DESCRIPTION IN FULL.

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens. Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the aircooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back.

BRING A RADIO IF YOU HAVE ONE TO STAY IN COMMUNICATION.

The start location will NOT be the same as last year but the exact location is still TBD and will be announced prior to the event (it will be somewhere in close enough proximity to the Willow Glen area of San Jose).

MEET TIME IS 5PM!

We will plan to hit the road by 5:30pm. We will have a brief driver's meeting ~7 minutes prior to departure.

We will depart from the start location and cruise through Willow Glen to check out some of the nicest decorated houses in San Jose! Cruise time will be approximate 1-1.5 hours.

The cruise will end at Mountain Mike's Pizza at 1532 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95118, where we will have pizza and gift exchange.

Participation in the gift exchange is of course completely optional, but to participate please bring a wrapped gift of ~$40 value.

Please save the date and stay tuned for more information!

See below for cruise route. There will NOT be a google maps link.

This event will be mapped out using Ride With GPS (See app on Android/iOS).

I encourage everyone to download the app to follow along the cruise route live so that we all stay together. You should be able to access the route using the free version of the app, but turn by turn directions are available with a paid subscription (cancel afterwards and you will only pay for one month).

SEE CRUISE ROUTE HERE: (Link will be here when available).

PLEASE LOOK OVER THE ROUTE BEFOREHAND and when on the cruise stay with the car in front of you so we can keep everyone together. Remember, large spaces between cars are compounded from front to back and as a result the back of the the cruise can end up far back from the front.

This is a family friendly event. Please be respectful of other people and vehicles or you will be asked to leave.

This is a FREE event to attend, but any donations are accepted to help with the costs associated with planning and hosting this event. (www.paypal.me/paytimd or www.venmo.com/u/timd66)

Disclaimer: Participation in the event is voluntary and done at your own risk. The organizers are not responsible for the health and safety of any participants.

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Past events:

More cruises announcements for 2024... stay tuned for details or join out email list to get monthly notices. 

ggcvvwca@gmail.com 

VW Turkey Run Sat. Nov. 16th

VW Turkey Run to “Wings of History Museum” Sat. Nov. 16, 2024 9am-3pm (Los Gatos to San Martin) Meet at Pete’s Coffee @ 9 am 798 Blossom Hill Rd, Los Gatos, CA 95032 Depart by 10am by back roads to: Wings of History Air Museum 12777 Murphy Ave, San Martin, CA

VW Pumpkin run to Half Moon Bay Oct. 26th 2024


The Golden Gate Chapter of the Vintage Volkswagen Club of America is having its annual VW Pumpkin Run from Santa Clara to Half Moon Bay on Saturday the 26th of October. We will depart exactly at 10 am from Harbor Freight in Santa Clara. Please remember to Fill Up your Gas Tank. Some of us will start to congregate and get bagels at 9 am. Maps will be provided at the starting point of the event. The journey begins in Santa Clara and slowly cruises Lawrence Expy. To Saratoga up Highway 9 to Skyline, left at Alice's Restaurant through La Honda then back through the long way to Bob's Pumpkin Farm up CA Highway 1. Our typical cruise will follow this route. Google MAP https://maps.app.goo.gl/sU5HgzPLZpMtCTYeA  ( 1 Hr 30 min ) On this journey we will make one stop in La Honda at Reflection Lake behind Apple Jack’s for coffee & snacks before continuing to Bob’s pumpkin farm.  


The Gory Details:

After we depart at 10 am from Harbor Freight in Santa Clara.

1st Brief Stop just after we get to Lawrence Expy. to gather the caravan.

2nd Brief Stop just after going under 280 on Saratoga Ave. 

3rd stop for coffee break & snacks in La Honda, just after downtown / fire station turn left at Apple Jack’s on to Entrada Way, one block down to Reflection Lake near community Recreation Center.

Next we head down 84 to Highway 1, right on Highway 1 going North to our Final stop Bob’s Pumpkin patch.

Annual Christmas Light Cruise Dec. 9th 2023

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens. Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the air-cooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back. MEET TIME IS 5PM

Start location and time will remain the same as last year:

We will meet at The Home Depot at 635 Capitol Expressway, in San Jose, right off of Hwy 87 near the auto mall.

There is a Starbucks there if anyone wants to grab coffee or a snack before we leave!

you can find the route here:   https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45108385 

More details on FB at www.facebook.com/events/1791763487993917/

"This year we will once again have a Christmas light cruise and gift exchange, coming up on December 9, in conjunction with Deutschland Drivers, B.L.T.N. VW Club, and the Golden Gate Chapter of the Vintage Volkswagen Club of America.

PLEASE READ EVENT DESCRIPTION IN FULL.

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens. Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the aircooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back.

BRING A RADIO IF YOU HAVE ONE TO STAY IN COMMUNICATION.

Start location and time will remain the same as last year:

We will meet at The Home Depot at 635

West Capitol Expressway, in San Jose, right off of Hwy 87 near the auto mall.

There is a Starbucks there if anyone wants to grab coffee or a snack before we leave!.

MEET TIME IS 5PM!

We will plan to hit the road by 5:30pm. We will have a brief driver's meeting ~5 minutes prior to departure.

We will depart from the start location and cruise through Willow Glen to check out some of the nicest decorated houses in San Jose! Cruise time will be approximate 1-1.5 hours.

This year the cruise will end at Mountain Mike's Pizza at 1532 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95118 (location updated 11/6) where we will have pizza and gift exchange. (Please note the location change from past years).

Participation in the gift exchange is of course completely optional, but to participate please bring a wrapped gift of ~$40 value.

Please save the date and stay tuned for more information!

Cruise route will be posted prior to the event. There will NOT be a google maps link (see below).

This event will be mapped out using Ride With GPS (See app on Android/iOS). I will have a link posted prior to the event where you can access the route. I encourage everyone to download the app to follow along the cruise route live so that we all stay together. You should be able to access the route using the free version of the app, but turn by turn directions are available with a paid subscription (cancel afterwards and you will only pay for one month).

SEE CRUISE ROUTE HERE: (LINK WILL BE HERE)

This is a family friendly event. Please be respectful of other people and vehicles or you will be asked to leave.

This is a FREE event to attend, but any donations are accepted to help with the costs associated with planning and hosting this event. (www.paypal.me/paytimd or www.venmo.com/u/timd66)

Disclaimer: Participation in the event is voluntary and done at your own risk. The organizers are not responsible for the health and safety of any participants."

VW Pumpkin run to Half Moon Bay 2023

This year’s annual VW Pumpkin run from Santa Clara to Half Moon Bay will be on Saturday the 28th of October. We will depart @10 am from Harbor Freight in Santa Clara. Please remember to Fill up your gas tank. Some of us will start to congregate and get bagels at 9 am. Maps will be provided at the starting point of the event. The journey begins in Santa Clara and slowly cruises through Highway 9 to Skyline through La Honda then back through the long way to Bob's Pumpkin Farm. Our typical cruise will follow this route. Google MAP https://goo.gl/maps/svu5XVcKqrTrt41m8 ( 1 Hr 25 min ) On this journey we will make one stop on Skyline at Silicon Valley Vista Point for pictures before continuing to Bob’s pumpkin farm. 


Annual Christmas Light Cruise Dec. 10th 2022

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens. Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the air-cooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back. MEET TIME IS 5PM

Start location and time:

We will meet at The Home Depot at 635 Capitol Expressway, in San Jose, right off of Hwy 87 near the auto mall.

There is a Starbucks there if anyone wants to grab coffee or a snack before we leave!

you can find the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/users/3243223/

On FB at  https://www.facebook.com/events/574200614512821 

Past Events:

VW Pumpkin run to Half Moon Bay 2022

This year’s annual VW Pumpkin run from Santa Clara to Half Moon Bay will be on Saturday the 22nd of October. We will depart @10 am from Harbor Freight in Santa Clara. Please remember to Fill up your gas tank. Some of us will start to congregate and get bagels at 9 am. Maps will be provided at the starting point of the event. The journey begins in Santa Clara and slowly cruises through Highway 9 to Skyline through La Honda then back through the long way to Bob's Pumpkin Farm. Our typical cruise will follow this route. Google MAP https://goo.gl/maps/svu5XVcKqrTrt41m8 ( 1 Hr 20 min ) On this journey we will make one stop on Skyline at Silicon Valley Vista Point for pictures before continuing to Bob’s pumpkin farm. 


Annual Christmas Light Cruise Dec. 11th 2021

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens. Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the air-cooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back.

Start location and time will remain the same as last year:

We will meet at The Home Depot at 635 Capitol Expressway, in San Jose, right off of Hwy 87 near the auto mall.

There is a Starbucks there if anyone wants to grab coffee or a snack before we leave!

okay folks, you can find the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/users/3243223/

More info: 

Cruise route will be posted prior to the event. There will NOT be a google maps link (see below).

This event will be mapped out using Ride With GPS (See app on Android/iOS). I will have a link posted prior to the event where you can access the route. I encourage everyone to download the app to follow along the cruise route live so that we all stay together. You should be able to access the route using the free version of the app, but turn by turn directions are available with a paid subscription (cancel afterwards and you will only pay for one month).

Once I have the route available you can find it here: https://ridewithgps.com/users/3243223/

This is a family friendly event. Please be respectful of other people and vehicles or you will be asked to leave.

This is a FREE event to attend, but any donations are accepted to help with the costs associated with planning and hosting this event. (www.paypal.me/paytimd)

Disclaimer: This event is held primarily outdoors with minimal interaction with others, as people are in their own cars. Therefore there is low risk of transmission of any viruses or other pathogens. I am not responsible for any attendees' decisions regarding their own health or safety, and participation in this event is completely voluntary, and at your own risk

Updates on FB  https://www.facebook.com/events/3001516006830069 

Thanks Tim

MEET TIME IS 5PM

We will depart from the start location and cruise through Willow Glen to check out some of the nicest decorated houses in San Jose! 

Official count for 2021 was 67 Hot VW's

Pre Cruise Christmas potluck

Silicon Valley VW Pumpkin run to Half Moon Bay 2021

Saturday October 30th, 2021 - Depart at 10 am sharp from Harbor Freight and will end approximately 2 pm in Half Moon Bay

Due to extreme weather conditions Sunday, we are moving the Pumpkin Run to Saturday October 30th. 

Start in Santa Clara at Harbor Freight parking lot and end at Bob's Pumpkin Farm.

We will start to gather at 9 am at Harbor Freight, located at 5241 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95051

Cruise Map: https://goo.gl/maps/acZ9uZVmTeP2   "NO STOPS THIS YEAR"

Join us with your air-cooled VW and please wear a mask if you get out of your car!!!  Remember to fill your gas tank before coming, it is a long fun drive.

Spring PCH Air-Cooled VW Cruise Sat. May 15th 2021

The Golden Gate Chapter of the Vintage Volkswagen Club of America will be hosting another fine PCH Air-Cooled VW Cruise Sat. May 15th 2021. Celebrate Spring and the Vaccine with a cruise down the Great Highway from Treasure Island to Pacifica, then to Pescadero and over the hills to Santa Clara! Saturday May 15th departing 9 am sharp.

Who is up for a fun drive down the coast with your Volks? I know many of those VWs need some run time. Show me your fine rides my friends; it's TREFFEN TIME!

Starting/Meeting at Treasure Island @ Mersea Restraint 8 am!

Make sure you have a FULL TANK of GAS and you must wear a mask if you get out of your car!!! 

Start point: Mersea Restaurant, 699 Avenue of the Palms, San Francisco, CA 94130, 

MAP -  https://goo.gl/maps/MdPLP1HQAASAaNkP8  

End Point:  Harbor Freight Tools, 5241 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95051, 

MAP -  https://goo.gl/maps/qGvAJoVcmGD2cZGM7 

Cruise Map:    https://goo.gl/maps/S9otujeWSC7FEgtC6

Annual Christmas Light Cruise Dec. 12th 2020

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens. Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the air-cooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back.

Start location and time will remain the same as last year:

We will meet at The Home Depot at 635 Capitol Expressway, in San Jose, right off of Hwy 87 near the auto mall.

There is a Starbucks there if anyone wants to grab coffee or a snack before we leave!

okay folks, you can find the route here: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34822376 

Thanks Tim

MEET TIME IS 5PM

We will depart from the start location and cruise through Willow Glen to check out some of the nicest decorated houses in San Jose! Cruise time will be around 1 hour. The final stop this year will be Round Table Pizza (1118 Branham Ln, San Jose, CA 95118) at Almaden Expy & Branham Ln.

The cruise will officially end as soon as well arrive at Round Table. For those who want to stick around, we will hang out and have pizza. Due to indoor dining not currently being allowed we will have to do this outside, so dress warmly as it will likely be cold!

Unfortunately this year due to the lack of an indoor venue we will not have a gift exchange as we usually do.

This is a family friendly event. Please be respectful of other people and vehicles or you will be asked to leave and PLEASE wear a mask.

More up to date info on FB:  https://www.facebook.com/events/3001516006830069?ref=newsfeed



Silicon Valley VW Pumpkin run to Half Moon Bay 2020

Saturday October 17th, 2020 - Depart at 10 am sharp from Harbor Freight and will end approximately 2 pm in Half Moon Bay 

Start in Santa Clara at Harbor Freight parking lot and end at Bob's Pumpkin Farm.

Harbor Freight is located at 5241 Stevens Creek Blvd, Santa Clara, CA 95051

Cruise Map: https://goo.gl/maps/acZ9uZVmTeP2 

Join us with your air-cooled VW and please wear a mask if you get out of your car!!!  Remember to fill your gas tank before coming, it is a long fun drive.

PCH Air-Cooled VW Cruise Sunday, August 23, 2020 at 8 AM meet @ Treasure Island

PCH Cruise cancelled! Regrettable due to the increased fire and smoke issues all over the Bat Area we will need to postpone the event. I will personally show up and hang out at Treasure Island for those that decide to come in the morning. We believe after seeing the news tonight that having such an event would be imprudent at this time. Sorry for the late notice.


Break out your air-cooled VW and cruise down the Great Highway from Treasure Island to Pacifica, then back north This Sunday August 23rd departing 9 am sharp. Who is up for a fun drive down the coast with your Volks? I know many of those VWs need some run time. Show me your fine rides my friends; it's TREFFEN TIME!

Starting/Meeting at Treasure Island @ Mersea Restraint 8 am! 

Make sure you have a FULL TANK of GAS and you must wear a mask if you get out of your car!!!

Sunday, August 23, 2020 at 8 AM – 2 PM 


Memorial Day air-cooled VW parade to honor those that sacrificed for us.

Depart for the coast from Harbor Freight in Santa Clara at 10 am Monday May 25th 2020.

Please join all your fun friends for the Memorial Day air-cooled VW parade to honor those that sacrificed for us.

Depart for the coast from Harbor Freight in Santa Clara at 10 am sharp on Monday May 25th 2020.

We will drive to Saratoga up to Skyline Blvd. over through La Hand to Highway 1 then up the coast towards Half Moon Bay and maybe beyond.

We will not get out of our cars to congregate as we will be making every effort to comply with local ordinances.

You MUST have a full tank of gas and an empty bladder. Bring food and water. The parade will exceed 3 hours in total.

 We will stop at the following places for 3 to 5 min. so others can catch up.

·       Silicon Valley Vista Point  20001-20039 Skyline Blvd, Redwood City, CA 94062

·       United States Postal Service  8865 La Honda Rd, La Honda, CA 94020

·       Bob's Vegetable Stand & Pumpkin Farm  Cabrillo Hwy S, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

·       Peet's Coffee  142 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

·       Sea Bowl Entertainment Center  4625 CA-1, Pacifica, CA 94044

 Once we get to the Upper Great Hwy at Ocean Beach in SF we will see if traffic allows us to proceed to Lands End lookout before returning home. If the Upper Great Hwy at Ocean Beach in SF in packed or closed, we will turn right and Sloat Blvd. to 19th Ave. then back south to 280 and then parade is over. All cars can join us at any of the above points of this event for as much or as little as you like.

Link to Map  https://goo.gl/maps/oS9x8NPGX5h4qyAJ9


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San Jose Christmas Lights VW Cruise 2019

When: Saturday December 14th

Where:  Start in San Jose:  at 5 pm  and End at TBA for dinner at 8 pm.

Please join all your favorite air-cooled VW friends for another annual tour of the most extravagantly adorned Christmas Lights of San Jose. Please decorate your car for this grand event and fill your tank with gas. After the cruise we will gather and do a white elephant gift exchange. We will depart from our start location at 5 pm sharp. Details below… 

FULL EVENT DETAILS posted on FB

We will start to gather at 4:30 pm Saturday and depart at 5 pm from a big parking lot TBA. Fill your tank up!!!

(Cruise will start at Home Depot. near Willow Glen) 

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"Mark your calendars everyone! 

This year we will once again have a Christmas light cruise and gift exchange, coming up on December 14, in conjunction with Deutschland Drivers, B.L.T.N. VW Club, and the Golden Gate Chapter of the Vintage Volkswagen Club of America.

This drive is primarily for Vintage Volkswagens.  Other vehicles are welcome but we would like the aircooled VWs to be together in the front, and other vehicles in the back.

Start location and time will remain the same as last year: 

 We will meet at The Home Depot at 635 Capitol Expressway, in San Jose, right off of Hwy 87 near the auto mall.

There is a Starbucks there if anyone wants to grab coffee or a snack before we leave!.

MEET TIME IS 5PM

We will depart from the start location and cruise through Willow Glen to check out some of the nicest decorated houses in San Jose! Cruise time will be around 1 hour. The final stop this year is still TBD, but we will enjoy a nice dinner and a gift exchange!

Participation in the gift exchange is of course completely optional, but to participate please bring a wrapped gift of ~$20 value.

Please save the date and stay tuned for more information!

Cruise route and final location for dinner/gift exchange will be posted prior to the event.

This is a family friendly event.  Please be respectful of other people and vehicles or you will be asked to leave. "

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Complete Cruise Directions here - this map is last years directions and will closely reflect this years possible route. 

Silicon Valley VW Pumpkin run to Half Moon Bay 2019

October 20, 2019 - Depart at 10 am to end 2 pm 

Start in Santa Clara at Harbor Freight parking lot and end at Bob's Pumpkin Farm.

Map: https://goo.gl/maps/acZ9uZVmTeP2 

Please remember to fill your gas tank before coming, it is a long fun drive.