This event is presented as part of the City’s centennial celebrations.
Event Information
Hundreds of classic vehicles will line downtown Oshawa streets for everyone to admire during Kars on King
The City of Oshawa is thrilled to partner with Canadian Automotive Museum, Tribute Communities Centre, and Oshawa Tourism to bring back Kars on King, a free downtown event featuring various vehicle makes and models dating back to 1991 and older.
Classic vehicles lining the streets throughout the road closure footprint.
Stroll around to see what makes, models are downtown.
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WELCOME
LETTER FROM THE MAYOR
Welcome to the Kars on King Event in downtown Oshawa, brought to you by the City of Oshawa. Hundreds of classic cars from 1991 or earlier will line the downtown streets. The event starts at 3:30 p.m. and runs until 9 p.m. with so many things for everyone in the family to enjoy.
There will be live musical entertainment on the main stage featuring Andy Earle and the Bandits, Heart + Soul, and Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons – Jersey Seasons! But that’s not all. You will find a Family Zone area that features a wide variety of activities such as Zoo to You, face painting and balloon twisting, inflatables, games, arts and crafts, and more. Tribute Communities Centre is again hosting its Touch a Truck event showcasing more than 45 vehicles and the Canadian Automotive Museum will be offering tours for a donation.
Stop by the many restaurants and businesses downtown while strolling around and checking out all the fantastic cars and attractions.
Thank you to staff, volunteers, community partners, sponsors, and stakeholders for making this event possible.
Sincerely,
Dan Carter, Mayor
Stage & Entertainment Line Up
Main Stage: Simcoe st. & King St. (4 corners) sponsored by Ontario Motor Sales
3:30 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Andy Earle and the Bandits
5 p.m.
Opening Ceremonies
5:30 p.m. – 6:45 p.m.
Heart + Soul
7:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
Jersey Seasons
4
Throughout the footprint of Kars on King.
Family Zone: Memorial Park sponsored by Hinchey Homes Real Estate
*Please note activities will be on the east side of the park near Simcoe St.
3:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Zoo to You Animal Display Inflatable Amusements
The LivingRoom Community Art Studio Bus
Washrooms
• Memorial Park
• Victoria Street beside the Regent Theatre on King St.
Canadian Automotive Museum (CAM)
4 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Free tours! (donations accepted)
Face painting & Balloons (2 Locations)
3:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
Family Zone – Memorial Park
Main Zone – Simcoe St., south of King St.
Please note that times and information are subject to change.
Visit Oshawa.ca/KarsonKing for the most up to date information.
EVENT FOOTPRINT
Downtown Oshawa
As the only urban downtown of its kind in the eastern GTA, Oshawa’s downtown core is the heart and soul of our community. Downtown Oshawa is a vibrant entertainment, arts, culture and shopping district. From hockey games and live music, to art exhibitions and stand-up comedy, Oshawa’s downtown is also proudly home to the downtown campus of Ontario Tech University. Oshawa’s downtown includes more than 50 unique restaurants, offering cuisine ranging from vegan to gourmet ice cream, poutine to Thai, and fine dining to casual bistro. With so many options to choose from, you will find #DTOshawa to be a vibrant, attractive and animated environment to live, work, shop, learn, meet and engage.
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Learn more at: oshawa.ca/local
@InvestOshawa
@OshawaDowntown
01. Avanti Trattoria
Italian Restaurant – 17 King St. E.
02. Berry Hill Food Co.
Restaurant – 82 King St. W.
03. Bond St. Event Centre
Live Music and Entertainment – 44 Bond St. E.
04. Brew Wizards Board Game Café
Café – 74 Celina St.
05. Canadian Automotive Museum
Automobile Museum – 99 Simcoe St. S.
06. Cork & Bean
Coffee, Craft Beer & Wine – 8 Simcoe St. N.
07. Crazy Jacks Bar & Grill
Pub/Bar, 19 King St. W.
08. Isabella’s Chocolate Café
Café – 2 King St. E.
09. Philthy Philly’s Oshawa
Restaurant – 36 Athol St. E.
10. Kachiguda Junction
Restaurant – 14 King St. W.
11. Kenzo Ramen
Japanese Restaurant – 24 King St. E.
12. Madrocks Bar & Grill
Pub/Bar – 81 King St. E.
13. Kings Crown Bar & Grill
Bar/Grill – 28 King St. E.
14. Legend of Fazio’s
Italian Restaurant – 33 Simcoe St. S.
15. Market at 70 King
Food Court – 70 King St. E.
16. Mathilda’s
Vegan Restaurant – 29 Simcoe St. S.
17. Frenzy Fusion Cuisine
Restaurant – 7 Simcoe St. S.
18. My Dosa, My Roti
Restaurant – 77 King St. E.
19. Pizzamunno
Italian Pizza – 35 King St. E.
20. Riley’s Pub
Pub/Bar – 104 King St. E.
21. Smoke’s Poutinerie
Gourmet Poutine – 75 King St. E.
22. Spicy Affairs
Indian Restaurant – 84 King St. W.
23. Street Momo
Nepalese Restaurant – 19 Simcoe St. S.
24. The Biltmore Theatre
Live Music & Entertainment – 39 King St. E.
25. The Bollywood Tacos
Indian/Mexican Restaurant – 36 Simcoe St. N.
26. The General
Pub/Bar – 21 Celina St.
27. The Regent Theatre
Live Music & Entertainment – 50 King St. E.
28. The Stags Head
Pub/Bar – 22 Bond St. E.
29. The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
Public Art Gallery – 72 Queen St.
30. Tribute Communities Centre
Live Entertainment & Sports
Arena – 99 Athol St. E.
Community Partners
Tribute Communities Centre
Tribute Communities Centre is excited to welcome back its 10th annual Touch-A-Truck event, presented by Oshawa Power, that takes place outside the Centre from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. during Kars on King. This free, hands-on event allows children of all ages to get up close and personal with more than 45 vehicles of all shapes and sizes. Children will love the interactive displays and the opportunity to learn about the vehicles from the drivers. For more information check out tributecommunitiescentre.com.
Canadian Automotive Museum
Canadian Automotive Museum will be offering admission by donation between 4 p.m. and 7 p.m. The Museum is home to the most significant collection of Canadian automotive history in the world. Visit to enjoy a great selection of classic cars and Disney Pixar’s Lightning McQueen! For more information check out canadianautomotivemuseum.com.
OSHAWA TOURISM
Be sure to visit the Oshawa Tourism booth to discover hidden gems in our vibrant city, steeped in automotive history and rich culture. Our team will be on-site to share must-visit attractions, incredible dining recommendations, and other great places to visit in the city. For more information check out oshawatourism.com.
Event Sponsors
Main Stage Presented By / Event Vehicle Sponsor
Family Zone Presented By
Exclusive Radio Sponsor
Supporting Sponsors
Centennial Sponsors
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Oshawa.ca/Events
905-436-3311
@OshawaCity
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