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Show N Shine is full for 2023. To add your name to the wait list and be notified of our event in 2024, please email kris@downtownkelowna.com.


Show N Shine on Bernard 2025 Application Form – Vehicle Participants

Applications for Show N Shine on Bernard are now being accepted. Cars, trucks, motorcycles and more!

Please note that space is limited, and while we appreciate all applications, we may not be able to accommodate everyone. Your understanding is appreciated.

If you would like to join us, please submit this application by Friday, July 25, 2025. 

  • Should your application be accepted, a non-refundable registration fee of $25 + GST (per vehicle) will apply.
  • Space is limited and not all applications will be accepted. 
  • Your space is not secured at Show N Shine until final registration is received and your fees are paid.


Registration fees are due upon receipt of acceptance into the event. Failure to pay fees will result in forfeiture of your participation. You are not confirmed for Show N Shine until you receive an acceptance email from DKA and your fees have been paid in full. 

Please note that due to a high volume of events and limited staff resources, response time to your application may be delayed. Thank you for your patience; please reach out to cassandra@downtownkelowna.com with questions or concerns. 

Event: Downtown Kelowna Show N Shine on Bernard 2025
Date: Saturday, August 16, 2025
Location: 200-500 Blocks of Bernard Avenue (“The Sails” to St. Paul Street)
Time: 11:00PM – 4:00PM
Website: https://downtownkelowna.com/show-and-shine/


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SHOW N SHINE ON BERNARD 2025 TERMS & CONDITIONS 

The applicant hereby acknowledges that they have read, understand, and agree to the following Terms & Conditions:

  1. All applications are subject to review by the DKA (the "Producers"), who reserve the right to refuse any event application or registration. This includes, but is not limited to, application or registration by:
    • political or religious groups;
    • special interest groups
    • groups who are deemed to be affiliated with hateful for discriminatory behavior
    • liquor, cannabis, tobacco, or vape retailers.
  1. A limited number of exhibitor spaces are available. Not all applications will be accepted due to limited space.
  2. Vehicle owners may submit multiple entries to Show N Shine on Bernard; each vehicle must be registered separately.
  3. Shade, seating, or tables are not provided. Free-standing umbrellas are permitted for shade. Weights are recommended for umbrella bases.
  4. Each vehicle will be allotted a space roughly 8' x 12'. Your vehicle, seating, and any free-standing shade structures must fit within the allotted space.
  5. The DKA will provide the participant with a location within the event area and the said location shall be at the sole discretion of the DKA. Vehicle owners will follow instruction from event staff on how to position and park their vehicle.
  6. Vehicles will not be parked in the Emergency Lane and owners may not extend any part of their vehicle into the Emergency Lane.
  7. Confrontations between participants and event staff will not be tolerated. Participants will treat event staff with respect and follow direction as given. Rude and disrespectful behaviour from event participants toward event staff will result in the immediate expulsion from the event without refund.
  8. Vehicle owners will keep speed to 5km/h while in the event site.
  9. The Downtown Kelowna Association (DKA) Show N Shine is a family-friendly and inclusive environment. The Applicant agrees to conduct themselves in a manner that is professional, courteous, and in keeping with a family-oriented and inclusive environment. This includes, but is not limited to:
    • abstaining from the use of drugs and/or alcohol, including tobacco and/or cannabis during the event period;
    • refraining from the use of coarse language;
    • refraining from promoting religious or political messages;
    • refraining from the use of hate speech.
  10. Failure to comply with the above will result in the immediate expulsion from the event without refund.
  11. Animation and/or music played from exhibitor spaces will be restricted and must be approved by the DKA.
  12. The participant will be assigned a specific time to arrive for load-in and set up, beginning at 9:30AM on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
  13. Entry to the event site will not be permitted after 11:30AM.
  14. Access points into the event site will be identified in the Show N Shine on Bernard Event Site Access Map and will be distributed in advance of the event.
  15. The participant shall complete set up by 11:45AM on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
  16. The participant vehicle/s shall remain from 12:00PM to 5:00PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025.
  17. The participant and their vehicle/s shall not pack up prior to 5:00PM on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Tear-down may commence at 5:01PM. Load-out will begin as soon as possible after the conclusion of the event.
  18. LOSS/DAMAGE & SECURITY: The Producers will not be responsible for loss or damage to any property. Accordingly, each participant, vendor, or exhibitor shall take all necessary precautions to protect their valuables.
  19. FEES: Fees are payable online only; the DKA does not except cash or cheques. Fees are due upon receipt of acceptance into the event. Final deadline for payment is August 1, 2025. Failure to pay fees by the deadline may result in the forfeiture of your space. Registration fees are non-refundable.
  20. RAIN OR SHINE: This is a rain or shine event. Refunds due to inclement weather will not be issued, unless the weather is deemed a safety hazard to the general public.
  21. LIABILITY WAIVER: The participant hereby assumes all responsibility for all known or unknown damages, injuries, losses, judgements and/or claims whatsoever that may occur to any entrant, and his or her property while participating in the Downtown Kelowna Association Show N Shine on Bernard 2025 and does release from liability the organizers and sponsors.
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