Event Details
Oak View Group, operators of the Tribute Communities Centre, announce the return of Touch-a-Truck. Oshawa Power presents this year's 12th annual Touch-a-Truck event which will be on Friday, August 21, 2026 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm in support of Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Durham and Northumberland. This free community event will be hosted outside and around the Tribute Communities Centre and is a fun, hands-on event that allows children of all ages to get up close and personal with more than 40 vehicles of all shapes and sizes. Children will love the interactive displays and the opportunity to learn about vehicles from the drivers.
“Touch-a-Truck is a unique community event that gives children and families the chance to learn, explore, and make memories together,” said William Balfour, Assistant General Manager of Tribute Communities Centre. “The continued support from our vehicle and community partners has been critical to the success of this event, which has raised close to $42,000 for Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Durham and Northumberland since its inception. We’re excited to welcome families back for another evening of fun, discovery, community, and giving back.”
While admission to the event is complimentary for all community members, Oak View Group encourages attendees to contribute whatever they can to support Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Durham and Northumberland at one of their booths. Guests can also indulge their taste buds with our charity BBQ, as we gather to make a difference. While Touch-a-Truck offers free entry, certain activities, such as face painting and the BBQ, will have costs.
Vehicle and community partners for this year’s event are listed below.
Don't forget Kars on King is also happening on Friday, August 21, in downtown Oshawa!
*We will always make our best efforts to hold the Touch-a-Truck event as scheduled but the event is subject to weather conditions.
Presenting Sponsor:
Net proceeds to benefit:
Community Sponsors:
Additional Ticket Information
FREE!
Attendees are encouraged to make a donation at the Big Brothers Big Sisters of South Durham and Northumberland booth.
Vehicles will be located outside the Tribute Communities Centre located at 99 Athol Street East, Oshawa.
NOISE ALERT - There will be horns and sirens on site.
Vehicle and Community Partners
Current vehicle partners include*:
- Canadian Tank Museum
- Durham College
- Durham Kubota
- Durham Radio
- Durhamway Bus Lines Inc.
- Mackie Transportation
- J. Noble Crane Services & Rentals Ltd.
- Oak View Group
- Oshawa Power
- Two Men and a Truck
- And more to announce!
Community partners include:
- Sandy Dale Face Painting
- Steve's Lemonade
*Touch-a-Truck is a free event to enter, however certain activities may be subject to a cost such as facepainting, BBQ, etc.
**Participating vehicles are subject to change at any time without notice.
If you have a vehicle you believe would be a great addition to the Touch-a-Truck lineup, please contact joshua.macdonald@oakviewgroup.com.
Kars on King - Also Happening!
Date: Friday, August 21, 2026
Time: 3:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Location: Downtown Oshawa
Hundreds of classic vehicles line downtown streets for this outdoor festival, bringing together generations of vehicle enthusiasts, vintage car clubs, and car lovers from the young to the young at heart. Tour the event footprint observing vehicles, listening to live music, exploring children's activities, enjoying delicious downtown eats, and visiting Touch a Truck at Tribute Communities Centre and the Canadian Automotive Museum.
More information on the City of Oshawa website.
