The Merrickville Car Show “Cruise & Shop” supports local businesses and community organizations.  In addition to the excellent Merrickville restaurants and pubs, selected local charity organizations have food and drinks available at many locations throughout the Car Show grounds.  

Merrickville-Wolford Volunteer Fire Department


Support the volunteer Merrickville-Wolford Fire Fighters as they serve breakfast and lunch in the Blockhouse Park.  All proceeds from their breakfast and BBQ lunch support the Merrickville-Wolford Fire Department.

St. Ann Catholic Church


If you’re hungry, the St. Ann Roman Catholic Church volunteers are serving breakfast and lunch in the Merrickville Community Centre.

Food and Drinks

Merrickville Day Nursery School


Volunteers from the school will serve BBQ hamburgers, hot dogs, and deserts under a tent behind the Merrickville Community Centre.

Merrickville Legion


Drop-by and visit the new Merrickville Legion building on Main Street.  The Merrickville Legion will serve BBQ chicken throughout the show from their new location.

Merrickville United Church


What's better on a hot summer afternoon than Ice Cream?  Come and join us for a "Wheely" in a choice of flavours.  What's a "Wheely" you ask?   A "Wheely" is a delicious combination of smooth and tasty ice cream layered between two home-baked cookies.  Umm umm good - a tasty treat!  Try one at the United Church on the corner of St. Lawrence and Main Street.  They are available from 11:00 a.m. until they're gone.

Rideau Ground Search and Rescue Team


Support this group of dedicated volunteers and purchase a cold drink during the show.  Funds raised  go towards the purchase of equipment that allow trained personnel to assist the Ontario Provincial Police in the performance of a Search and Rescue operation.