The sketchy weather forecast didn't seem to prevent anyone from showing up at George Lane Park in High River for the Third Annual Brian Chipchase Sr show and shine with 853 registered vehicles. The morning was cool but it turned into a pleasant day until about 2 pm when it clouded over and a few drops of rain eventually fell. The first photo shows Bill who was out for the first … [Read more...] about High River – Sep 29, 2024 – 200 photos
Archives for September 2024
Radium, BC Part 3 – Heading Home – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
When the show was over, I was back on the street to get some more photos as the cars were leaving. If you missed them, I've made four previous postings from the Radium show: Radium Preview Radium Hi-Lites Radium Part 1: In the Misty Morning Fog Radium part 2: At the Show … [Read more...] about Radium, BC Part 3 – Heading Home – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
Radium, BC Part 2 – At the Show – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
After walking the streets for two hours, I made my way back to the Springs Golf Course where the cars had started entering the show. I have made three prevoious postings from the Radium Show: Radium Preview , Radium Hi-Lites, and Radium Part 1: In the Misty Morning Fog. … [Read more...] about Radium, BC Part 2 – At the Show – Sep 21, 2024 – 200 photos
Radium Part 1 – In the misty morning fog – Sep 21, 2024 – 302 photos
Show day has arrived and my pockets are full of spare camera batteries, prepared to photograph cars at my first ever Radium event. The sun had yet to peak over the mountain tops when I found myself near the entrance with cars lined up and awaiting entry into the big show. At 8 am the temperature was hovering around zero and my picture-taking hand was becoming numb with cold, … [Read more...] about Radium Part 1 – In the misty morning fog – Sep 21, 2024 – 302 photos
2024 Season in Review
I listed 220 shows on the Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar this summer. This coming Sunday, Sep 28 will put the finishing touches on a great season. That doesn’t count all the weekly shows which would add dozens more to the schedule. The 2023 calendar had 193 shows and in 2022 there were 145 shows. I created posters for 71 of those shows. I stretched the … [Read more...] about 2024 Season in Review
Radium, BC Hi-Lites – Sep 21, 2024 – 56 photos
It was a cool start to the day in the mountains but I was out taking photos in the morning mist. After a few hours, it turned into a gorgeous sunny day with several hundred vehicles on display at the Springs Golf Course. The organizers delayed the entry of vehicles into the show by two hours because the grass was wet and covered with frost. Cars were lined up throughout the … [Read more...] about Radium, BC Hi-Lites – Sep 21, 2024 – 56 photos
Radium preview – Sep 20, 2024 – 195 photos
The big show at Radium is today(Saturday), but many vehicles arrived on Friday and were cruising around town. The day started out cool and rainy, so you'll see a few photos with rain on the cars. The skies cleared around noon and it turned into a beautiful day, and evening. … [Read more...] about Radium preview – Sep 20, 2024 – 195 photos
Calgary – McKenzie Towne Retirement Residence – Sep 14, 2024 – 29 photos
It was a pleasant afternoon in McKenzie Towne, chatting with the residents, eating hot dogs and cotton candy, petting friendly dogs, and looking at classic cars. Ninety-year-old Ben Ostrander recently completed restoration on his 1936 Ford Coupe and was proudly displaying it at the show. Ben purchased the car in 1950 in Swift Current, SK when he was 16-years-old. It was a … [Read more...] about Calgary – McKenzie Towne Retirement Residence – Sep 14, 2024 – 29 photos
Cochrane Fall Colours – Sep 8, 2024 – 176 photos
When Don was driving away from the show in his orange 77 Corvette, a blast of sunshine reflected from his rear window the moment I snapped the photo. It was indicative of the day - bright sunshine and beautiful classic cars in historic downtown Cochrane. Thank you to the Cochrane Classic Car Club and all the volunteers for a fabulous show. A most notable car, and … [Read more...] about Cochrane Fall Colours – Sep 8, 2024 – 176 photos
Cremona – Sep 7, 2024 – 174 photos
I've attended hundreds of car shows in Southern Alberta over the past few years but I always see something new at every show. Cremona was no different with a number of new-to-me cars including Doug's 1968 Buick Wildcat which has been in the family since it was new. Cremona is notable for raffling off a classic vehicle, and this year's grand prize was a 1959 Chev Apache truck, … [Read more...] about Cremona – Sep 7, 2024 – 174 photos
Calgary – Firebird Club – Sep 7, 2024 – 55 photos
My first stop of the day was at the Firebird Club's show at the Deerfoot Inn and Casino where I saw Firebirds from 1967 through to 2002. It was nice to finally meet David Stokes and see his 68 Firebird. All makes of cars were invited and I was impressed with the 64 Pontiac Catalina which Chris was showing for the first time. I left early to head for the next show on the agenda, … [Read more...] about Calgary – Firebird Club – Sep 7, 2024 – 55 photos
Calgary – GlenDeer A and W – Sep 6, 2024 – 110 photos
My first visit of the summer to Cruising at the Junction proved to be a rewarding one with perfect weather and three vehicles which have never been shown previously in Calgary. The three are included in the first seven photos below. … [Read more...] about Calgary – GlenDeer A and W – Sep 6, 2024 – 110 photos
Gull Lake – Sep 1, 2024 – 113 photos
The final month of car show season is here and I got started by attending this wonderful show in Gull Lake which is held in conjunction with the community’s famous pancake breakfast. The pleasant weather resulted in a huge turnout of cars and spectators. … [Read more...] about Gull Lake – Sep 1, 2024 – 113 photos
Nordegg – Aug 31, 2024 – 84 photos
I was privileged to attend one of the best car shows of the summer in one of the most beautiful places on earth. In conjunction with Nordegg Days, the community hosted their first show and shine on Saturday. With lots of historical sites, and the backdrop of the mountains, it was a spectacular location for a classic car show. I saw many new-to-me cars including a beautifully … [Read more...] about Nordegg – Aug 31, 2024 – 84 photos