(DECEPTION PASS)— Deception Pass State Park is celebrating the 75th anniversary of the opening of the Deception Pass bridges this Saturday.

In a nod to the events of 75 years ago, the day’s events will begin at noon with a short ceremony at the south end of the bridges on Whidbey Island.

Washington State Department of Transportation officials say the bridge will close at about 12:27 p.m. Saturday afternoon for three minutes for a procession of vintage pre-1935 cars and a ribbon cutting, quickly followed by two EA-18G Growler jets from Naval Air Station Whidbey Island swooping over the bridges.

Parking at the bridge will also be prohibited during the event.

A free shuttle will be provided for those that want to be part of the celebration.

Check out the park website at www.deceptionpassfoundation.org or call the event hotline at 707-5056.

Drivers should expect minor congestion leading up to the noon event, during the closure and shortly afterward.

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