Big Truck Show in Ladd Supports Cancer Research with Family Fun and Classic Rigs
The 22nd Convoy Against Cancer BIG Truck Show rolls into Ladd on Saturday, July 18, from 10 AM to 3 PM along Main Street. The free event will feature polished big rigs, fire trucks, wreckers, cranes, pickups, farm tractors, and more, with entry donations benefiting the American Cancer Society Relay For Life. Families can enjoy music from D.J. Gary Swanson, door prizes, a 50/50 drawing, food, and event T-shirts. A & B Garage will also host a Cruise-In Coffee and Doughnut Car Show starting at 9 AM. Since 2003, the convoy has raised more than $125,000 for cancer research and support. “The idea is to show off all the working vehicles that are important to their owners, and to all of us, for the part each plays in our day-to-day living,” says Phil Hocking, event organizer.
Hocking says, “We’re grateful to all the local businesses and individuals who’ve supported the Convoy Against Cancer BIG Truck Show over the years. We’ve gotten to know a lot of people that come out every year with their trucks and entries. So many are here in memory or in honor of a loved one effected by cancer. Everyone is welcome to come out and spend some time; check out the great vehicles and help this cause.”
Proceeds will benefit the American Cancer Society Relay For Life, supporting cancer research, education, advocacy, and patient services. For car show details, call 815-303-3120 or email [email protected]. Entry and general information are available at 815-488-8245, 815-894-2092, or [email protected]. Cancer resources are available at 1-800-ACS-2345 or cancer.org.
Hocking hopes that the weather will cooperate to help bring out young and old for another year. “Every dollar raised at the show will bring us a little closer to a cure for cancer.”