Auburn Goes Full Throttle by The Observer Staff | Apr 13, 2022 | Community The first annual Auburn Downtown Cruise-in Car Show took place on Saturday, April 2, from 8 a.m. to noon at the Gay Street parking lot. Hosted by local real estate company, The Talons Group, and the Auburn Downtown Merchants Association, this free, family-friendly event featured over 50 vehicles, appearances from the Auburn Police Department and Auburn University mascot Aubie the Tiger, a $500 detailing giveaway and activities for children.