City of Port Colborne

Now in it's 18th year, the Canal Days Car show has become a key element of the festival. Whether it's the huge collection of automobiles, the lakeside setting, the live entertainment, or the kites overhead, this activity draws thousands of visitors each summer. Once you see it, you'll know why.

Sunday August 5, 2012 8:00am-4:00pm, H.H. Knoll Park

Each year the show grows bigger and better, and features vehicles you just won't see anywhere else. If you’re a fan of antique and special interest cars, hot rods and low riders, racers and pick ups, and especially those irreplaceable 50s, 60s and 70s classics, then cruise by H.H. Knoll Park for a day long celebration of automobile history.

Particpation in the Car Show is free, and owners are welcome to bring their 'babies' to the event to compete for a number of trophies and prizes. Live music in the bandshell all day long, food vendors, and warm summmer breezes contribute to Ontario's largest outdoor Car and Kite show. 

It’s vintage Canal Days! For more information, or to register your vehicle, please contact Terry Huffman by phone at (905) 834-3409.

Reconnect with that feeling of freedom and bring the family for a stunning aerial display of art and science at the Canal Days Kite Festival. Home of the original 'Aquarium in the Sky', the Kite Show is coordinated by the Niagara Windriders Kitefliers Association and features single-line and sport kite fields, Rokkaku and battle kites, and choreographed ascensions with multiple kites flying simultaniously. A swirling array of colour in the blue summer sky is a delight for the senses, and a treat for the kids.

On the evening of Saturday, August 4, 2012, make your way to the beautiful H.H. Knoll Lakeview Park for the 9:00pm Night Fly featuring lighted kites. Sunday activities take flight at 10:00am with the 'Grand Ascension' at 2:00pm.  Families will see some of the finest kites in North America flown by local and visiting Canadian, American and British Kite Clubs.