If you just can’t get enough of classic cars, have we got some good news for you! Vintage car shows in Canada are back on the calendar in 2021.
Thanks to the COVID-19 pandemic, many vintage car shows were cancelled last year. But due to vaccinations, many classic shows are taking place this summer and fall across the country.
Here are some of the most anticipated classic car shows in Canada this year.
Port Dover Lions Show and Shine Nights
Head to Port Dover, Ontario on Mondays for the Port Dover Lions Show and Shine Nights. This fun, weekly event runs every Monday from August 2 through September 13.
Here, you’ll find classic (and future classic) cars on display, along with food trucks, music and entertainment. This family-friendly event also features a 50/50 draw and door prizes. Meet classic and antique car owners and talk to them about all steps of the restoration process. Admission and parking are free.
LIONS SILVER LAKE PARK
320 ST. PATRICK STREET
PORT DOVER ON
Airdrie Summer Classic Time Travellers Car Show
On August 7, the Time Travellers Car Show will celebrate its 20th year at Nose Creek Park. This annual classic show boasts vintage cars from hot rods to muscle cars, classic trucks to motorcycles, live entertainment, and much more.
Funds raised at the event benefit local charities. Admission is free for spectators, but the organizers do ask for a food bank donation at the entry gates.
NOSE CREEK PARK
AIRDRIE AB
Classic Cars on the Green
On Saturday, August 14, classic cars will line the fairways of Crown Isle Resort at Classic Cars on the Green. This all-day event features incredible vintage and collector cars from around British Columbia. Enjoy the sights while the delicious smell of barbecue fills the air and the rock and roll sounds of local band Cruise Control provides the perfect ambiance.
Later that night, ticket holders will enjoy dinner and dancing to live music. On Sunday, the classic cars cruise the Comox Valley, starting at noon.
THE PARK AT CROWN ISLE
1239 ANDERTON ROAD
COURTENEY BC
Horsepower For Hospice Show & Shine
What’s even better than a vintage car show? A classic car show that benefits a great cause! On Saturday, August 21, vintage cars will descend upon the Mt. Lehman Winery for the Horsepower for Hospice Show & Shine. From 10 am to 4 pm, check out vintage cars of various makes, models and years.
The whole family will enjoy the food trucks, live entertainment and drawings for prizes. Admission is by donation, and proceeds go to benefit the Abbotsford Hospice Society.
MT LEHMAN WINERY
5094 MT LEHMAN ROAD
ABBOTSFORD BC
Fabulous Fenwick Lions Classic Car Show
On September 11, 2021, you’ll have a chance to win a 1968 Camaro… if you attend the Fabulous Fenwick Lions Classic Car Show, that is. This free, all-day event features a judged car show. Be sure to get your entry in now, because the first 200 cars will receive a dash plaque with entry fee.
Other festivities include live music and entertainment, vendors and a kid zone just for the little ones. If you get hungry, choose from breakfast, a barbeque and a beer garden.
CENTENNIAL PARK
99 CHURCH STREET
FENWICK ON
City Classics September Show & Shine
Every year, the River City Classics welcomes more than 1,000 vintage cars to its annual September Show & Shine. Since 2002, this vintage car show has taken over downtown High River on the fourth weekend in September with classic cars from all eras. This year, the show takes place on September 25.
Of course, the fun starts the night before the show with the “Burn Out” (first gear only) with three burn-out staging areas across a five-block stretch. You’ll also enjoy vendors, food trucks and entertainment at this lively event.
STATION MAIN
HIGH RIVER AB