On behalf of the Ladysmith Show ‘n Shine committee and the hundreds of guests that will be bringing their classic/vintage/collector vehicles to our historic downtown, home of Canada’s Best Main Street on Saturday, August 19th, 2023, we are inviting you to come and see this great family-friendly community event.
Music lineup to come for 2023. The Show ‘n Shine entertainment is designed for folks to have a good time and get out on the street and dance…. so kick up your heels.
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From 10 am to 3 pm, Ladysmith’s famous downtown turns into not just a classic car dreamers heaven but a great stroll along our tree-lined casual main street featuring many businesses, restaurants, and shops that will be catering to locals and visitors alike.
Members of the Ladysmith Lions Club were on hand with their concession trailer cooking up hamburgers and hot dogs along with cold drinks for the crowd.
2021 Award Winners
Partial proceeds from the show were donated to local area charities.
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Main Event
On the third Saturday in August, First Avenue in downtown Ladysmith on Vancouver Island is lined with various makes and models of beautiful and treasured cars and motorcycles.
2022 Show ‘n Shine
2022 Winners
First place – People’s ChoiceSecond place – People’s ChoiceParticipant’s choiceAmbassador’s ChoiceWinner of the Kelly Connaugh Memorial trophy for the Memorable Truck
2021 Winners
Fred Davidson receives the Show n Shine “President’s pick” trophy from show chair Martin ByrneAl Elchuk, from the Show n Shine committee, presents Al Hinds with the “Treasurer’s award”Bob Marocchi accepts the “Secretary’s award” from show chair Martin ByrneThe owner of the Studebaker (name unknown) accepts the “Director’s award” from Show Director Bob PurslowThe 2021 Ambassador’s Choice trophy was won by Barry White from New Westminster with his 1965 Corvette. Pictured with Barry are Ladysmith Ambassadors Selena (centre), Josie (left) and Kennedy (right)The Participant’s Choice trophy was given to Gordon Sturgeon from Cobble Hill for his ’52 Chev SpecialFirst place in the People’s Choice was Ian Scarisbrick and his ’54 Chevy pickup. Receiving the trophy from the Ladysmith Ambassadors was Ian’s wifeBob Anderson from Duncan with a 1970 Challenger won the second place trophy for the People’s ChoiceThe Bhagwan Mayer Memorial Trophy recipient was Raymond Beveridge from Sooke with his ’26 Model T Coupe
2021 Show ‘n Shine
2021 Show ‘n Shine People!
There are plenty of wonderful eateries to enjoy such as:
Maya Norte, Roberts Street Pizza, and Barnacle Barney’s on Roberts Street;
Fox and Hounds English Pub and In The BeanTime Cafe on High Street; and
Plantitude, Zack’s Pub (with street patio), Wigwam, Mr. Teriyaki & Miss Sushi, Old Town Bakery, and Old Town Ice Cream on First Avenue.
Forms can either be mailed to:
c/o Ladysmith Show ‘n Shine
PO Box 1396
Ladysmith, B.C. V9G 1A9
or the form may be dropped off at Palmer Leslie Chartered Professional Accountants, 101 – 626 First Avenue, Ladysmith.
Please make cheques payable to Ladysmith Show ‘n Shine.
Partial proceeds from the show are donated to local area charities.
Ladysmith Lions Club Concession
The Ladysmith Lions have their food trailer at the Show ‘n Shine. Located next to the main stage, on High Street, the Lions will be serving their famous breakfast sandwich.
They will have their regular fare of hot dogs, hamburgers, drinks and other goodies.
Kinsmen Beer Garden
The local Kinsmen Club host a beer garden, located in the parking lot of Dunsmuir Square (Kitchener and First Avenues). Along with a cold beer or two, at the Kinsmen Beer Garden, the members will also be BBQ-ing up their famous ribs, done with their secret sauce as well as all the condiments. This is a “must stop” for participants and spectators.
The Kinsmen quench the thirst and appetites of everyone as they tour the hundreds of impressive vehicles that will be featured along First Avenue.
On behalf of the Ladysmith Show ‘n Shine committee and the hundreds of guests that will be bringing their classic/vintage/collector vehicles to our historic downtown, home of Canada’s Best Main Street on Saturday, August 19th, 2023, we are inviting you to come and see this great family-friendly community event.
The Ladysmith Lions have their food trailer at the Show ‘n Shine. Located next to the main stage, on High Street, the Lions will be serving their famous breakfast sandwich.