By Kevin Shannahan
The 2024 Natchitoches Car Show, a fun local event in its 18th year, was held Saturday, October 5 in downtown Natchitoches. Thousands of visitors filled the downtown area and enjoyed seeing a record 463 cars parked on the riverbank and downtown streets. The vehicles ranged from a variety of classic Volkswagens to a restored WWII Army Jeep and 1927 Ford. There was indeed something for every taste.
The visiting car owners started arriving on Friday and were treated to a welcoming fish fry. The car show started Saturday morning and went on throughout the day. Visitors to the show were able to enjoy live music from several local bands and choirs as they perused the vehicles on display. At the end of the show, the car owners gathered at the downtown riverbank for the presentation of prizes.
The Natchitoches chapter of the Lions Club hosted a “split the pot” fundraiser. They were joined by the Cane River Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution’s fundraiser and outreach.
The Natchitoches Classic Car Show has grown over the past 18 years into one of the largest and most eagerly awaited events held in the city as well as a popular destination for antique car aficionados. This year’s event included a 1937 Ford driven all the way from Canada’s British Columbia by owner Rolly Delange. He was joined at the show by his daughter Lisa from Broussard. The show is a solid day of family fun and nostalgia with no cost to attend. The show is also a wonderful showcase for our community. Events such as the annual Classic Car Show are part and parcel of what makes life in our community special!
