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6 car shows happening in and around Victoria throughout this summer

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The summer season is known for many things—sunshine, beaches, refreshing drinks, and classic car shows!

No stress, because we’ve started a list of shows car shows happening in and around Victoria for the end of July and into August. 

Start your engines and bring your best camera to each exciting lineup!

Without further ado, here are 5 car shows happening throughout the rest of the summer that you won’t want to miss:

Jaguars On The Island 2023

(Jaguar Car Club of Victoria)

This car show has grown to be the largest Jaguar car show in North America! Celebrate with the hosts, The Jaguar Car Club of Victoria, for their 18th year running. 

Do yourself a favour and browse these drool-worthy cars — a warning though, you may want to purchase your very own afterwards.

While the event spans over three days, the main event will be held at Windsor Park, Oak Bay on Saturday 22 July between 9:00 a.m and 3:00 p.m. All Jaguars are welcomed! Our featured models for this year are F-Pace and F-Type.

  • Where: Windsor Park, 2451 Windsor Road 
  • When: Friday, July 21st – Sunday, July 23rd

Oak Bay Classic Car Festival

(@oakbaytourism/Twitter)

Check out the 23rd annual premier collector car festival in Oak Bay!

There will be over 300 cars of all types, vintages, and conditions — stop and chat with the car owners for details and their stories.

Sure to create an unforgettable afternoon, everyone is welcome to come and browse the vehicles while also enjoying the open shops and food trucks nearby!

  • Where: Oak Bay Avenue
  • When: Sunday, July 23rd from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Victoria Sport & Import Import Car Show

Cars and motorcycles are both welcome! This is Sport & Import’s second annual show and there will be a mix of wonderful vehicles as well as added entertainment.

Check out the food and the raffle!

Everyone is welcome — bring your families, your partners, and your friends.

  • Where: 1528 Stellys Cross Road
  • When: Sunday, July 30th from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Ocean Idlers “Blast From The Past”

Browse over 100 different exceptional makes and models ranging from early 1900s to the present — there will even be a special car that’s for sale, so keep your eyes out!

Arrowsmith Recreation Association will be putting on a pancake breakfast to kick off the show and there will be food available throughout day as well.

Come down for the cars and stay for the additional activities and perks like 50/50 tickets, prizes for the kids, raffle draw, and more!

(Ocean Idlers Car Club)
  • Where:  1014 Ford Road, Coombs
  • When: Saturday, August 5th from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Sidney Summer Car Show

Mark it down in your calendars — it’s not called the Torquemasters Auto Extravaganza for nothing! 

The biggest car show in Sidney is returning this August and will have exceptional models of classic vehicles lined up from Mary Winspear to Small Gods Brewing in Sidney. 

Additionally, food trucks and a beer garden will be available so you can enjoy the display and keep yourself fed and quenched all day long!

  • Where: Along Beacon Avenue between 5th Street and the waterfront, Sidney
  • When: Sunday, August 6th from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. 

2nd Annual Field of Dreams Car Show

More details will be released on their website soon, but they’re gearing up for the 2nd Field of Dreams show happening in August!

Stay tuned for another weekend of eye-boggling shine.

  • Where: Juan De Fuca Recreation center in Colwood
  • When: Sunday, August 13th, times to be revealed

 

Have we missed one? Have more information on an existing one? Let us know in the comments!

Nevada Alde
Nevada Aldehttps://nevadaalde.com/
Nevada Alde has worked with Victoria Buzz since May, 2023. She holds a BA in Writing from the University of Victoria, and remains passionate about the literary scene on the island. When she's not writing, she's wandering with a film camera in hand, raving about a recent hike or solo travel adventure.
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