Sunday August 21st saw the return of a Fernie favourite – The Show ‘n’ Shine, Victoria Avenue closed to regular traffic was made even more beautiful by the arrival of over 30 restored and gleaming cars and trucks. They ranged from a 1985 Mustang to a 1958 Edsel Citation. Visitors and residents visited the downtown centre to see the great selection of vehicles. We were also fortunate to have the Fernie Fire Rescue, 1928 Studebaker.

Here are some of the vehicles from the event, click on the image for a larger view:

Special thanks to Larry Sebolsky and Len Serwatkewich who provided invaluable support and guidance.

One of the key objectives was to showcase these vehicles and profile Fernie as a wonderful place to visit; coupled with the Wapiti Music Festival, BibBity BobBity Boo and the Wam Bam Dirt Jump Jam all bases were covered. By working together, the community created a fantastic weekend and many of those attending told organisers they’d had a wonderful weekend and are looking forward to returning to Fernie.

Best in Show 1933 Chevrolet, 5 window coup and 1934 Ford, 3 window coup owned by Gene and Audrey Cervo
2nd Place 1962 Jaguar, E Type Series 7 Convertible owned by Terry Cloghesy, Fernie
3rd Place 1956 Chevrolet, 2 Door Post, owned by Rod Talbot, Jaffray

People’s Choice 1969 Dodge, 69 Super Bee, owned by Dennis & Paula Brazzoni, Bellevue (AB)

Other Prize winners

1962 VW, Beetle owned by Mark Gallup, Fernie

1963 GM, Corvette owned by Len Serwatkewich

1958 Edsel, Citation owned by Jim & Therese Elotreon

1980 Chevrolet, Corvette owned by Gerry Guzzi

Thank you to Lordco, Canadian Tire, The Fernie Golf Club and Mezzaluna for a great selection of prizes.

The Victoria Avenue Summer Initiatives Committee would like to extend thanks to all those who participated.