MOOSE JAW — The unmistakable lustre of polished chrome and rumbling engines returned to Wakamow Valley on Father’s Day weekend, as the Bent Wrench Run car show once again brought dozens of vintage, classic, and modern vehicles to Moose Jaw’s riverside oval on June 15.
The annual show, organized by Those Guys Car Club, made its return after being cancelled in 2024 due to high winds and heavy rain. This year’s warm and sunny weather was a welcome change — and brought with it a strong turnout from both drivers and spectators.
“It went over really well,” said Kevin Kincaid, president of Those Guys Car Club. “We had a good turnout and lots of spectators. It was a warm day, so that was nice. The year before we couldn’t go because of the weather … so it’s nice to have a show and not have to cancel last minute.”
Kincaid said 133 vehicles were officially registered, though the total number was likely closer to 145 or 150 once club cars and a few late additions were factored in. Attendance by the public remained steady throughout the day, although the club kept no official count.
As in previous years, all proceeds from the show will continue supporting Hunger in Moose Jaw, a long-time recipient of the club’s fundraising efforts.
“The charity of choice has always been Hunger in Moose Jaw,” Kincaid explained. “They’re local and it’s for children, so it just seemed like a good choice.”
A final fundraising total has yet to be announced, as sponsor collections and top-up donations are still being finalized. “We still have to tally, finalize, and do some additional collecting, and then we’ll come up with a number in the next couple of weeks,” Kincaid noted.
The show followed its familiar successful format with no major changes this year. “If it ain’t broke, maybe don’t fix it,” Kincaid laughed. Following the same format is also beneficial for club members who often have limited spare time. “We pretty much know what we’re going to do next year … we’ve got a pattern there, and it seems to be working,” he said.
Roughly 20 vehicle categories were judged by two independent evaluators from outside the club, with winners receiving commemorative travel mugs marked with “Father’s Day Show & Shine” and the club’s name. Categories included best hotrod, best rat rod, best period entry from ‘30s through the ‘90s, and modern muscle cars. Early registrants also received dash plaques.
Those Guys Car Club hosts just one major event annually but continues to promote car culture in the city through its Facebook page — “Those Guys” car club – Bent Wrench Run — which Kincaid said is open for public sharing of upcoming car shows across North America. He invites anyone to reach out and share news of their upcoming show and shine on the page in an effort to cultivate a shared car culture.
“Hopefully we can continue on, and we’ll do it again next Father’s Day,” announced Kincaid, who said the show will go on for as long as volunteers are available. “We look forward to June 21, 2026!”
Sponsors included Great West Tire & Automotive, Moose Jaw Truck Shop, MAC Tools, Murray GM, Velocity Ford, Bar-Down Custom Manufacturing, All In One Truck & Trailer Repair, Wakamow Valley Authority, KB Custom Toyz Auto Workz, Queen City Performance, Devo’s Car Wash, and Car Boy’Z.
To learn more about the club, email [email protected] or call 306-537-2420.
