Parksville Car & Bike Show | Vancouver Island {Photos}

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The Parksville Car & Bike Show & Shine Event 2024

The summer months on Vancouver Island in British Columbia, Canada, are filled with numerous outdoor events. One event we always look forward to, is all the Car & Bike Show & Shine weekend events held.

There are few on Vancouver Island that are extremely popular, drawing hundreds of beautiful cars and motorcycles. One such event held on the weekend in the month of July, is the …

🌺 Parksville Car & Bike Show & Shine Event 2024

It’s always a huge success, drawing literally hundreds of; Classic cars, hot rods, trucks, motorcycles and many more various entries.

Parksville Car & Bike Show Photographs

Often held at the very popular; Parksville Community Beach Park in the city. From classic cars to custom bikes, get ready to be amazed by these beauties on display at this hugely successful summertime event.

All photos were taken by myself, as just an amateur photographer. lol

Showing Casing Beautifully Restored Classics

Buckle up for a ride through the Parksville Car & Bike Show on Vancouver Island, taking you on a tour showcasing some amazing cars and motorcycles.

From classic cars to custom bikes, I was absolutely amazed by these incredible machines!
Meticulously restored and on display for visitors to view, on this beautiful sunny afternoon.

This event draws entries from all around the Province and elsewhere. It’s a great summertime event and opportunity for entries to showcase their; labor of love to the public.

It’s also a great way for auto enthusiasts to get together and share their similar passion.

Parksville Car & Bike Show Photo Collection

For people like myself, it’s a wonderful opportunity to see all these beauties on display,
in one place and on a gorgeous day.

Together with food trucks, displays and more, this annual Show & Shine makes for an excellent,
family outdoor summer event.

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As a former long haul part time trucker for many years, this was a beauty!!

I know very little about cars, but do love to view these incredible machines, whenever I can.

Custom Bikes That Turn Heads

There was an absolutely huge variety of machines on display at this year’s event. You name it and it was probably here, at the Show & Shine!

Classic Cars Galore – Unveiling Rare Gems

This Show & Shine had some beautiful rare gems, that many of us could only wish for! How many of you Baby Boomers or Retirees like myself, wished you had held on to that first car you owned?

Especially, if you happened to own a now; classic auto or motorcycle?

When I saw this rare classic Ford Thunderbird, the first thing that came to mind was the Blockbuster Movie years ago … American Graffiti. 🙂

Smokey & The Bandit – Pontiac Trans Am

Low Riders & Drift Car Attractions

This year on display, were some super cool low riders and a few drift cars. It’s incredible to see the pain staking amount of dedication and work, put into these automobiles.

So great to see!!

A Few More Hot Rods – Classics & More

The rows and rows of beautiful automobiles, just kept going on and on!!

This summer event as you can see, was a huge success!

Thanks to all those dedicated individuals, that painstakingly restore and preserve these beautiful
automobiles and motorcycles, for all of to see. As well as all the volunteers, who devote their time and effort into making shows like this, a huge success! 🙂

I hope this event and many others like this, continue on for years to come. Be sure to check out the links below, for more of my Show & Shine event photos we’ve attended, throughout British Columbia.

Can’t wait for the 2026 summer event!

The Parksville Car & Bike Show is Back!
Sunday, July 5th, 2026
Parksville Community Park

📦 Be sure to check out the {Google Map} box at the bottom of this post for Parksville’s exact location.

❓ Questions & Answers ❓

Where is Parksville on Vancouver Island?

The seaside community of Parksville is about 2 hours drive up island from Victoria, BC.

What is Parksville also best known for?

This summer resort town is known for beautiful beaches for swimming, camping and the annual world renowned Sand Castle Competition.

Are advance accommodation reservations recommended in the summer months?

Yes, all types of accommodations are highly recommended well in advance during peak months June thru September.

How far is renowned Tofino and Pacific Rim National Park from Parksville?

It’s about a 2 1/2 hour drive to the west coast from Parksville, with scenic stops and Parks along the way.

🙏 Safe and Healthy Travels! 🙏

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