Name: Gilmore Museum Oktoberfest Show & Market
Start: 2026-10-17
End: 2026-10-17

We are an economic generator through sports tourism for Greater Grand Rapids and Kent County in the West Michigan area.

We own and operate an award winning baseball/softball complex; the Meijer Sports Complex [www.MeijerSportsComplex.com](https://www.MeijerSportsComplex.com) featuring eight fields, including a championship field that seats 1,000.

Our signature event, the Meijer State Games of Michigan (Olympic-style sporting event), draws 10,000 athletes through 60+ sports in its Winter and Summer Games.  We work with many of our local sports clubs and organizations to host various regional and national tournaments.

Why Grand Rapids? We have:
•	12,000 + hotel rooms (2,500 downtown)
•	234,000 square foot downtown convention center (fits 40 volleyball courts)
•	12,000 seat Van Andel Arena
•	5 facilities that feature 4+ courts and multiple grass or turf fields
•	Grant program for new events
•	and more!

West Michigan Sports Commission

It's back again - a fun fall gathering for the entire family! DeutscheMarques is hosting Oktoberfest at the Gilmore Car Museum!

- Beer Hall: The Beer Hall is open from 10:30am to 4:00pm.
- Costume Contest: There will be trophies for the best traditional-dressed gentleman, lady, child and family.
- German Car Color Tour: Departs at 10:00am, preceded by a brief drivers meeting. Tours leave every 20 mins thereafter for each of the four registered groups. Participants should listen for the announcements on departures. Visit [DeutscheMarques FB](https://www.facebook.com/DeutscheMarquesAG) for more info and future updates on the tour.
- Oktoberfest Market – Handmade Crafts, Antique & Swap Meet!

There will be German food, German beer and the ever popular DeutscheMarques Oom-Pah band. And – of course – your beautiful German cars. You're encouraged to dress the part as well! There will be trophies for the best traditional-dressed, child, couple, gentleman and lady. Fun for the entire family!

Oktoberfest Market

Join us for our 2nd annual Oktoberfest Market, featuring a curated mix of talented vendors offering handcrafted goods, vintage and antique treasures, collectibles, and specialty items. This lively market takes place alongside our Oktoberfest celebration, creating a festive atmosphere for both shoppers and vendors.

Vendor Details:

- Location: The Summer House Lawn
- Booth Fee: $50
- Space Size: 20' x 20'
- Includes admission for 2 people (vendor + guest)
- Includes admission to the museum as well as the show

Gilmore Museum Oktoberfest Show & Market

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