50 Years to the Day

October 7, 1976 → October 7, 2026

Join us as we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the legendary Flint River bridge jump from Smokey and the Bandit — exactly 50 years to the day after it was filmed.

And we're celebrating on the original property where the bridge jump was filmed!

Come Hear the Stories

Hear firsthand stories from original cast and crew members who helped make Smokey and the Bandit, along with local residents who were there when movie history was being made.

Meet Original Cast & Crew

Meet some of the people who were there and hear their memories of filming the movie nearly 50 years ago.

Rare Behind-the-Scenes Photos

See rare and never-before-seen behind-the-scenes photographs from the making of Smokey and the Bandit and the Flint River bridge jump.

Bandit Trans Am

See a Bandit Trans Am and other movie-era vehicles on display.

Diablo Sandwiches, Dr Pepper & Coors

You can't celebrate Smokey and the Bandit without a Diablo Sandwich and a Dr Pepper!

A food vendor will be on site offering Diablo Sandwiches and Dr Pepper, and the Knights of Columbus bar will be open with Coors beer available.

Food and beverages sold separately.

Gift Shop

Visit our gift shop for collectible Smokey and the Bandit merchandise and special 50th anniversary items.

Event Details

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

4pm - 8pm

Knights of Columbus
481 Flint River Rd
Jonesboro, GA 30238

Admission: $15

October 7, 1976 → October 7, 2026

Come spend the evening with the people who were there, hear the stories, see the photographs, and celebrate one of the most memorable moments from Smokey and the Bandit — 50 years to the day.