On August 12, 2023, the Airdrie Time Travellers Car Club held its annual show and shine event, known as the Airdrie Summer Classic Doin’ it on the Grass. This event, considered the city’s largest automotive gathering, transformed Nose Creek Park into a vibrant display of collector cars of all styles.

A pair of Challengers, including a tribute to the #77 Sam Posey 1970 Dodge Challenger used during the initial Trans Am racing series

Founded in 2006 by local hot rod and muscle car enthusiasts, the Airdrie Time Travellers Car Club has been an active force in the local car community. Since their inception, they have annually organised fundraising car shows to support various causes, including the Airdrie Food Bank, Veterans Food Bank, Airdrie Hospice and the Iron Horse Train Park.

A line up from behind, including a Chevrolet Corvette that could either be considered a wagon, or shooting brake custom

Featuring around 500 cars, the show and shine boasts a diverse array of vehicles. From classic Mopar muscle to swift tuner cars, the event creates a captivating spectacle that caters to a wide range of automotive enthusiasts.

Even with the weather being less than perfect, the automotive attendees of the show stood their ground and made the best of it!

Despite the intermittent rain throughout the morning, the weather did not dampen the spirits of the attendees in the slightest. Nearly 300 automobiles still attended, with owners working hard to keep cleaning off the droplets each time a downpour concluded. Even the nearby parking lots were speckled with classics and modern vehicles alike, creating miniature shows near the official event.

Davis Chevrolet, GMC and Buick was one of the many sponsors of the event, bringing out a new Corvette and a vintage Camaro

In addition to the impressive collection of specialty automobiles on display, the event featured a lively band playing classic tunes from the 20th Century, setting the stage for attendees to dance and sway together. Complementing the live music were delectable food trucks and a select group of vendors offering their art and custom automotive apparel, providing enthusiasts with a variety of indulgences.

The entrance to the show was adorned with a variety of different vehicles, from a vintage Edsel to modern Mopar muscle

The 2023 Airdrie Time Travellers Car Club truly excelled with this year's event. Despite the unfavourable weather, the show thrived with a vibrant display of cars and motorcycles, delighting a multitude of enthusiasts. The club's commitment to giving back to the community it came from shone through, as the show not only offers a fantastic showcase of cars but also contributes greatly to those in need within the Airdrie community.

A small example of how deep the showcase went, a taste of everything for all car enthusiasts to enjoy

Until next time, hop into your car, fire up your engines and go for an adventure, even if the weather isn’t terrific that day.

Kyle Hanger of @Searchingforclassics