I wish I could attend them all, but some days there are multiple shows which makes it impossible. I would like to thank Rick Brunner for the photos from Shaughnessy. Rick is the owner of the 1948 Willys panel van, the first photo in the gallery below. … [Read more...] about Shaughnessy – May 24, 2025 – 96 photos
Calgary – Firebird Club – May 25, 2025 – 76 photos
This is turning out to be the year of the barn find. Stew was showing his recently discovered 69 Firebird convertible which was covered in dust in an old quonset not too long ago. The Calgary Firebird Club's show was in a new location at the Carriage House Inn where there was lots of space for the sizeable turnout of cars of all makes. We're finally getting some nice car … [Read more...] about Calgary – Firebird Club – May 25, 2025 – 76 photos
Drumheller – May 24, 2025 – 240 photos
It was a beautiful day in Drumheller for the annual Boogie in the Badlands car show with hundreds of classic vehicles and hordes of spectators, and my favourite, lots of friendly dogs. Thanks to the Valley Cruisers for a fantastic show. The photos are arranged roughly from old to new. … [Read more...] about Drumheller – May 24, 2025 – 240 photos
Drumheller preview
The weather wasn't conducive to a large turnout of vehicles for the Friday night cruise to Wayne and the Last Chance Saloon but I found some cars that weren't scared off by a few raindrops. The weather forecast for tomorrow(Saturday), 24 degrees, sunny and no chance of rain looks like it will produce a good turnout of cars for the show in downtown Drumheller. The Valley … [Read more...] about Drumheller preview
Morrin – May 17, 2025 – 45 photos
I arrived at Morrin around noon, right about when the rain stopped and the sun came out. I missed about 20 cars who left the show early due to the inclement weather. I still managed to see a nice selection of vehicles including Wayne's 1950 Ford barn-find which he just got roadworthy a few days ago. Another car from 1950 which grabbed my attention was the 1950 Studebaker … [Read more...] about Morrin – May 17, 2025 – 45 photos
Wayne’s Barn Find – 1950 Ford
(Updated) There were some unique cars at the Morrin car show today but none more interesting than Wayne's 1950 Ford. It's becoming increasingly rare to hear of an actual barn find anymore but this car was recently found in the Morrin area, just a few kilometres from town, in an old barn which had collapsed around the car. The car had sat lonely and unloved for 59 years. The … [Read more...] about Wayne’s Barn Find – 1950 Ford
Didsbury – May 10, 2025 – 310 photos
It was perfect weather for the Didsbury show and I arrived early and took photos as cars were showing up. Sienna was already at the entrance handing out flowers to all the moms. Helmar, who was directing traffic, was standing at the same corner as I was and we enjoyed some friendly banter as the day proceeded. You can see a photo of his restored Fountain Tire work truck in the … [Read more...] about Didsbury – May 10, 2025 – 310 photos
Great Falls – May 3, 2025 – 330 photos
The beautiful weather resulted in a massive turnout of cars and spectators at Great Falls' Crusin the Drag. I especially enjoyed talking with everyone including Joyce who told me about her 1949 Packard that was purchased new by her grandparents and handed down over the years. Wendy was displaying her 1965 GTO which was purchased new by her mother. I was pleased to see a large … [Read more...] about Great Falls – May 3, 2025 – 330 photos
Great Falls MT Preview – 93 Photos
I managed to catch a few of the cars who were participating in tonight's poker rally. Later on, after the sun went down, there was lots of activity as you can see from all the photos I took in the dark. Dan said they were expecting close to 900 cars at tomorrow's Cruisin' the Drag. He added that many of the pre-registrants were Canadians. The weather has cooperated with a hot, … [Read more...] about Great Falls MT Preview – 93 Photos
Olds – Sawatzky’s Auto Repair – Apr 26, 2025 – 64 photos
The first show of the season is in the books and it was a good one. Sawatzky's Auto repair in Olds had a beautiful day and a good turnout of vehicles and spectators to kickoff car show season. It was nice to see all the familiar faces and and to meet few new ones, too. I enjoyed seeing all the friendly dogs and if you were hungry, there were free hot dogs. … [Read more...] about Olds – Sawatzky’s Auto Repair – Apr 26, 2025 – 64 photos
First show of the season is on April 26
With the re-scheduling of Spring Thaw in Calgary to April 27, the honours for first show of the season in southern Alberta goes to Sawatzky's in Olds for their show on April 26. You can see 50 photos from a previous show at Sawatzky's. To date, I have listed 135 weekend shows on the Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar. If you have a show that you want listed, send … [Read more...] about First show of the season is on April 26
The 2025 Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar is on display
I have started compiling the 2025 Southern Alberta car show calendar. Send me an email with the details of your show. bobtruman@shaw.ca So far, there are only 36 shows listed but there will eventually be over 200, so we've got a long way to go. Many shows are still in the planning stage. There is already at least one show listed every weekend from May to the end of … [Read more...] about The 2025 Southern Alberta Car Show Calendar is on display
I’m hoping to see this ’54 Lincoln
When it comes to my favourite classic cars, this '54 Lincoln would be at the top of the list. I received an inquiry from the out-of-province owner about the car show calendar, as he is interested in attending a show or two in southern … [Read more...] about I’m hoping to see this ’54 Lincoln
Two of my favourites: vintage cars and chokecherries – 62 photos
Lancer, SK - Oct 12, 2024 I'm enjoying chokecherry jam on my toast this morning after attending the Chokecherry Festival where they also had a classic car show with amazing vehicles. I'm stocked up with 10 jars of jam and syrup which might last me 'til Christmas. Lancer is just across the border and I had a pleasant back-roads drive getting there. My roots are in … [Read more...] about Two of my favourites: vintage cars and chokecherries – 62 photos
Ken’s 1928 Ford Model A gets rear-ended
My friend Ken Dreger, a member in good standing of the Vagrants Car Club, was rear-ended while pulling over for an emergency vehicle. The details from Ken... Unfortunately, exactly 1 week ago (Saturday Sept 28 2024) Our girl “Felicity” was involved in an accident. I was stopped in the middle of an intersection on a green light, to allow a Calgary Police Department … [Read more...] about Ken’s 1928 Ford Model A gets rear-ended