Rev it up for the annual 100 Mile House Hot July Nights Car & Bike Show that rolls into town on July 13-15.
Folks can expect to see close to 140 cars and motorcycles on display in beautiful Centennial Park and get in on a host of other activities connected with the event.
The busy weekend opens Friday evening with Show 'n Shine pre-registration and Cruisin' the Dub at the A&W parking lot.
That's where you'll find live entertainment from 5 to 9 p.m. and be able to catch a sneak preview of some of the vehicles that will be featured in the main show.
Centennial Park is the place to be on Saturday for the Show 'n Shine, swap meet, and Car and Bike show, which takes place from 1 to 5:30 p.m.
Along with some amazing vehicles, there will be a swap meet, food vendors, displays and entertainment with featured band Sidetrack from 100 Mile House. Registration for the Show 'n Shine starts at 10 a.m. at the park and there is no cost to enter your car or bike. Awards will be handed out at 5 p.m.
On Saturday night, there's a '50s style dance at the 100 Mile Community Hall, hosted by the 100 Mile House Lions Club. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and tickets are $10 at Whimsey Gifts, Money Concepts and at the car show.
Get an early start on Sunday morning with a pancake breakfast at Central GM at 8 a.m., followed by a Rod Run at 10 a.m.
Chuck Douglas, Hot July Nights organizing committee member, says he's looking forward to having the show held in Centennial Park again this year.
"It worked out very well last year and we were very happy being there. It's easier to manage and we're able to organize the Rotary stage, so everyone can hear the announcements and music."
When the event was held in the past on Birch Avenue, he adds, announcements and music could only be heard in the direct vicinity of the stage.
He notes a major change this year will be the availability of convenient handicap on-site parking.
Show 'n Shine entrants will be included in a free draw for a multitude of prizes and they will also be eligible to win trophies for best in class for both cars and bikes. There are 14 classes of cars and four classes of bikes that will be judged and voted on by show entrants.
For more information, contact the South Cariboo Chamber of Commerce at 250-395-6124 or check out the event website at www.hotjulynights.ca.
