For the 18th edition of this all-Chrysler event, Midstate Mopars is celebrating ‘fins’ – from the biggest to the smallest and all sorts of interpretations in between. The history and significance of Bendigo’s Chinese community will also be recognised this year, with traditional lion dancers performing at the Show n Shine.

The Show n Shine is held on the second day of this annual event, where streets are blocked off to allow hundreds of Chrysler vehicles to go on display. The first day is devoted to a cruise for Mopar owners, which this year goes to Castlemaine.

Sponsored by local Bendigo businesses, as well as state and national companies, Midstate Mopars gives back to the Bendigo community, with funds raised going to organisations in the region.

Sunday’s Show ‘n Shine takes over several streets around Bendigo’s Town Hall, with more than 300 Mopar cars, utes and commercial vehicles expected.

Entry to the Show ‘n’ Shine is $35 per vehicle (pre-pay or pay on the day), with a goodie bag for the first 300 entrants. Spectator entry is free.

The Show ‘n’ Shine opens at 8:00AM for entrants, with judging commencing at 10:00AM and trophy presentation at 2:00PM. Judging covers multiple categories for US, Aussie and Euro/Japanese Chryslers – Q/R/S Series, Charger, AP5/6, Galant/Sigma, B Body, E Body, etc. Other categories include pre-1948, commercial vehicles, competition car, unrestored/survivor, councillor’s choice and more.

In the same precinct as the Show ‘n’ Shine, the event’s Swap Meet will present all manner of spare parts, Mopar-themed collectables, memorabilia, man cave decorations and more.

Local food vendors will be on site, with no shortage of other food and drink options nearby, too.

Event merchandise will be available from the Central Victorian Chrysler Club, along with raffle tickets to win a selection of prizes donated by local businesses.

For more information contact Brendan 0419 467 459 or email midstatemoparsshow@hotmail.com

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