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
Calgary – Bowness Auto Parts – Aug 25, 2024 – 131 photos
It was a beautiful day in the community of Bowness for the Bowness Auto Parts 20th annual show and shine. This show is unique for the fact that main street through Bowness remains open to traffic so my photos include a lot of cars which were driving back and forth along Bowness Road. … [Read more...] about Calgary – Bowness Auto Parts – Aug 25, 2024 – 131 photos
Torrington – Aug 24, 2024 – 44 photos
I look forward to the Torrington show, not only for the cars, but it's always fun to take a walk down memory lane with Paul DeVos, owner of Old School Autworx and organizer of the show. Paul and I were both racing stock cars at Race City Speedway back in the nineties. There were a few standouts at the car show including a rare1969 Dodge Daytona with signatures from notable … [Read more...] about Torrington – Aug 24, 2024 – 44 photos
Carstairs – Aug 24, 2024 – 105 photos
Memorial Park in Carstairs was the scene of another excellent car show. I especially enjoy this show, not only because of the cause it supports but for all the friendly dogs I get to see. Thanks to Pawsitive Haven Animal Rescue and Ruff Start Rescue Society for a great day in the park. … [Read more...] about Carstairs – Aug 24, 2024 – 105 photos
Calgary – Chapelhow Legion – Aug 24, 2024 – 45 photos
Chapelhow Legion in Calgary hosts a nice car show every summer on the grass by their building. I always see something new at this show, and this year it was the 1938 Chev Woodie Wagon. … [Read more...] about Calgary – Chapelhow Legion – Aug 24, 2024 – 45 photos
Okotoks – Aug 18, 2024 – 169 photos
With the Okotoks show back in its familiar surroundings of the Old Towne, hundreds of cars and thousands of spectators showed up to enjoy the beautiful weather and the spectacular vehicles. … [Read more...] about Okotoks – Aug 18, 2024 – 169 photos
Calgary – The Edward – Aug 18, 2024 – 37 photos
This is a remarkable location for a classic car show with the historic sandstone King Edward school as the centrepiece. It offered complete shade on the north side for those who wanted it or you could enjoy the sunshine in the courtyard. One of the best parts of the show was talking with the residents and reminiscing about the old days. The live music was excellent and the food … [Read more...] about Calgary – The Edward – Aug 18, 2024 – 37 photos
Calgary Thunderbird Club All-Ford – Aug 17, 2024 – 78 photos
The stars aligned and I was finally able to attend the All-Ford show for the first time ever. The Calgary Thunderbird Club's show was held at the Braeside Community Centre, a new location this year with more room for vehicles and better parking for spectators. The pleasant weather facilitated a good turnout of Ford-powered vehicles, many of which I was seeing for the first … [Read more...] about Calgary Thunderbird Club All-Ford – Aug 17, 2024 – 78 photos
Calgary Northern MoPars – Aug 17, 2024 – 127 photos
It was a beautiful, sunny day at the Capitol Hill Community Centre in Calgary for the Northern Mopars annual show. … [Read more...] about Calgary Northern MoPars – Aug 17, 2024 – 127 photos
Ford and Chrysler
The weather was perfect and the cars were spectacular, but a chance encounter made the day even more fascinating. What are the odds of running into a woman named Victoria while looking at a 56 Ford Fairlane Victoria? It happened today at the Calgary Thunderbird Club's all-Ford Show and Shine. Victoria was gracious enough(with some encouragement from her husband) to let me snap … [Read more...] about Ford and Chrysler
Wild Wednesday – Aug 14, 2024 – 38 photos
I hadn't been to Wild Wednesday since the first show back in May, so it was time for a visit. My photos are mostly of the older vehicles. Lift King’s Wild Wednesday Car Show is at 4914 – 6 St NE, Calgary ∗ 5-8 pm ∗ Check Lift King’s Facebook page for updates. … [Read more...] about Wild Wednesday – Aug 14, 2024 – 38 photos