SINCE 1985
The Ol’ Marais River Run
2025 Ol’ Marais River Run Major Sponsors (Subject to Change)
Listed below are major sponsors for 2025. Our event would not be possible without all of the generous donations we receive each year. If you are interested in being a sponsor of our show, please contact our club for more information at overtheroadgang@gmail.com.
Sponsors
Advance Auto Parts, Ottawa KS
Alan Grove Components, Louisburg KS
Andy’s Wrecker Service, Ottawa KS
Arvest Bank, Ottawa KS
Bone Rock Yard, Ottawa KS
Central Power Systems, Platte City MO
City of Ottawa KS
Don’s Body Shop, Ottawa KS
Firestone Complete, Ottawa KS
Franklin County Commission, Ottawa KS
Franklin County Tourism, Ottawa KS
Goppert State Service Bank, Ottawa KS
Hasty Awards, Ottawa KS
Heartland Title, Baldwin City KS
Home Base, Ottawa KS
Homes by KAYO, Olathe KS
KC Mortgage, Ottawa KS
KOFO, Ottawa KS
Madden Rentals, Ottawa KS
NAPA Auto Parts, Ottawa KS
Oak Star Bank, Ottawa KS
O’Reilly Auto Parts, Ottawa KS
Ottawa Sanitation, Ottawa KS
Panasonic Energy, Eudora KS
Patriots Bank, Ottawa KS
Pete and Jakes Super Bell Axles, Peculiar MO
Prime Time Grill, Ottawa KS
Robin Robert Racing, Platte City MO
Smoked Creations, Ottawa KS
Victory Auto Group, Ottawa KS
Wrays Bulk Food, Ottawa KS
Welcome Commercial Vendors
Applications are being accepted by businesses and/or individuals selling automotive-related items. Due to the number of cars we now have participating in the Ol’ Marais River Run, Forest Park is nearing its capacity. Due to the limited space available, applications will not be accepted from vendors selling non-automotive-related items.
Contact:
Larry Barber
barber7545@yahoo.com
Also, due to space limitations and the large number of inquiries we receive each year requesting booth space for non-profit agencies, we are no longer able to accommodate those space requests. The Over the Road Gang recognizes the importance of each of these groups in our community, and we appreciate the great work they all do.
For Food Vendors
Contact Brandy Dunn by email at dunnbrandy9@gmail.com. Please put “food vendor” in the subject line of your email.
38th Ol’ Marais River Run Memorial Awards
Roger Millbern recipient – Car#313, Brian Fairbanks, Olathe, KS – 1968 Black Chevy Camaro
Ed Pinder recipient – Car#198 – Carl Schmachtenberger, Seymour, MO – 1953 Silver Chevy Bel Air
Sharon Wise recipient – Car#573 – Steve McDowell, Spring Hill, KS – Red 1972 Plymouth Baraccuda
Stan Krysztof recipient – Car#481 – Terry Jackson, Olathe, KS – 1967 Blue Chevy El Camino
Steve Proffitt recipient – Car#1222, Kenny Zumbrum, Bonner Springs, KS – 1967 Light Creamy Yellow Oldsmobile Cutlass
John Simmons recipient – Car#472, Brit Shelton, Overland Park, KS – 1957 Billet Silver Chevy 3100 Pickup
John Wise recipient – Car#734, Mark Bastemeyer, Lawrence, KS – Blue 1969 Plymouth Roadrunner
Sandy Snethen recipient – Car#208, Kenny Breithaupt, Lawrence, KS – 1956 Creamy Mint Green Chevy Nomad
Friday Night Cruise-In (5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Sept 18th, 2025)
Before our annual show actually begins, cars of all year’s make and models are invited to join us in Forest Park on Friday evening. This is one small way for us to allow friends who have vehicles newer than 1972 to join in with some of our weekend’s activities. It’s a great time to enjoy our beautiful park, listen to great music, and meet new friends.
Friday night is also the first opportunity to register for the car show if you missed the pre-registration deadline of August 21st. Come to the large shelter house from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. to register. Pre-registered participants may also pick up their information packets during this time period.
Saturday night “Back to the 60’s” Cruise Night (7 a.m. – 7 p.m. Sept 19th, 2025)
For many people, this is one of their favorite parts of our car show. Our great city allows us to close Main Street from Tecumseh Street to 7th Street to permit only registered car show participants on Main Street to cruise. Food vendors are set up on the courthouse lawn, oldies music is playing, and many stores are open for the evening. The atmosphere will make you feel like you’re on the scene of American Graffiti!
To participate in the Saturday night cruise, you must be registered by September 19th 2pm