PHOTOS/VIDEO: Father’s Day Car Show classic hit with Dads and families in Burien

Classic car enthusiasts, Dads and families gathered in downtown Burien on Sunday, June 16, 2024 to celebrate the annual Father’s Day Car Show, showcasing a wide array of vintage and custom vehicles.

Discover Burien’s annual event – which has become a beloved B-Town tradition – featured over 200 cars, including classic American muscle cars, antique roadsters, sleek European sports cars, unique custom builds and more.

The car show stretched across several blocks, with local businesses and restaurants participating in the festivities, offering special deals and family-friendly activities.

The event also included live music, food vendors, and a beer garden. Children enjoyed a variety of activities, including face painting and more, making it a fun day for all ages.

Many attendees took the opportunity to chat with car owners, learning about the history and restoration process of the vehicles on display.

The Burien Father’s Day Car Show has grown in popularity each year, drawing visitors from neighboring cities and even out of state. The event aims to support local businesses and foster a sense of community spirit.

For more information about the Burien Father’s Day Car Show and other upcoming events, visit Discover Burien’s website at www.discoverburien.org.

Photos

Below are photos from the event, courtesy Laine Poelzer of Clover Laine Photography (click arrows or swipe images to view slideshow):

Video

Below is a video from the car show, courtesy Chill With Sabi – Miniature Motors Unleashed!:

Car Show Winners

Highlighting the event was the awards ceremony, where trophies were handed out by Deputy Mayor Alex Andrade in various categories such as Best Antique Car, Best Classic Car, Best Custom Car and more.

Below are photos from the awards presentation, courtesy Laine Poelzer of Clover Laine Photography:

Best Antique Car Pre-1960

Art Cutler 1931 Cadillac 370A Coupe

Best Antique Truck Pre-1960

Rick Holt 1940 Ford Pick up

Best Classic Car 1960-1980

Tim Burrell 1966 Pontiac Grand Prix

Best Classic Truck 1960-1980

Danielle Austin 1968 Chevy C10

Best Original/Stock

Jerry Leighton 1966 Cadillac Deville

Best Custom Car

Dave Hagen 1932 Ford Roadster

Best Custom Truck

Kevin Winston 1956 Ford F100

Best Lowrider

Robert Hibbitt 1964 Chevy Impala SS

Best Hot Rod/Muscle

Dale Hodson 1965 Chevy Malibu SS

Best Foreign Import

Ed Bruce 1967 Ferrari 330 GTC

Best Modern American Car 1980-Present

Don Dougherty 2019 Shelby Super Snake

Mayor’s Choice

Terry Haich 1994 Morgan 4/4