May 23-24
Retrofest kicks off what is unofficially known as Classic Car season in Chatham-Kent. This premiere event attracts thousands of classic car enthusiasts annually to downtown Chatham. Friday night, classic cars line the streets for a cruise, hosted by the Kent Historic Auto Club. This parade of vintage beauties begins at the John D. Bradley centre, and features a new route each year. Saturday morning, the downtown is then filled with hundreds of cars on King Street West and surrounding side roads from 10am-4pm. Visitors are encouraged to head to Tecumseh Park, where vendors, rides and retro-fun filled activities take place.
June 7
Tilbury Lions Club presents classic car, truck, tractor, and bike show from 9am-3pm at 20 Dupuis Ave, Tilbury. 1000's in raffle prizes, live music, and food and drinks available.
June 14
RM Cars & Coffee returns in 2025 on the second Saturday of June, July, and September. Enjoy fresh pastries and refreshments on a first come first serve basis and check out their world class restoration shop, machine shop, and private museum. 8:00am-11:00am at One Classic Car Drive, Blenheim, Ontario.
June 14
There will be door prizes given out throughout the day to participants. Admission is free for spectators! The judging will be done by the participants and trophies will be awarded in all four categories. Enjoy the antique vehicles, great food, vendors and the company of fellow enthusiasts.
June 21
Downtown Blenheim is home to more than one hundred classic and vintage cars every year in June. The Blenheim Classics Auto Show runs from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm and allows classic car buffs to revel in the incredible sights of a variety of models from 1980 on lined up and down the streets. While the road is closed, it's a great time to visit the area merchants as well, and even take a break for a bite to eat. Don't forget, car owners love to talk about their pride and joy, so don't be shy to capture a photo with favourite and rarely seen vehicles.
June 22
It's a feast for the eyes in Erieau as vehicles of all makes and models take centre stage. More than one hundred classics and their owners are on hand for viewing. Check back for details about
Erieau Boulevard of Dreams fish fry with entertainment. Visitors can then take advantage of the many eateries and shops along with the beach, creating the perfect pre-summer day along Lake Erie and Rondeau Bay.
