The Red Barns Spectacular
Always the first Saturday in August
Vendor Swap Meet opens Friday, 7-31-2026
Show Cars arrive Saturday, 8-1-26
Since 1981 the KAARC has presented the Red Barns Spectacular on the grounds of the Gilmore Car Museum.
Automobiles and auto clubs from all over the Midwest attend our show. Started as a collaborative fundraising effort between the museum and the KAARC, the Red Barns Spectacular has grown since its founding, boasting three distinct cars shows on the day of the event: the KAARC Judged Show, exclusive to qualified show cars; the Driver’s Choice show, open to all cars 25 years or older; and the Vintage Trailer show, for antique and restored camper trailers of all kinds. The Red Barns Spectacular is also host to one of the largest automotive swap meet in West Michigan, with vendors varying from crafters to car parts, and includes a large car for sale corral.
Every Year we feature a different vehicle or club
In past years we’ve celebrated such events as the Hundredth Anniversary of Checker Motors with the Checker Club of America
Last year, we were honored to host the National Woodie Club
For 2025, we’re thrilled to highlight
the Porsche Club of America.
Join in with your Porsche!
Drivers’ Choice and Judged Show Registration
opens 8am Saturday, Aug. 2nd at the show gate
Pre-registration is closed for 2025
VENDOR PRE-REGISTRATION IS OPEN UNTIL
FRIDAY AUGUST 24TH!
Vendor & Cars for Sale Registration will re-open in person at
9a – 3p on Friday Aug. 1st, and 7a – 11a on Saturday Aug. 2nd
all spaces are 20′ x 30′
remaining spaces will be sold on a first-come basis
There have been changes to our Rules & Expectations for the event. Please check the links below for the 2025 updates.
Show Car/Camper
Pre-registration: closed
Show day registration instructions will be given at entry!
* KAARC Judged Show *
* Drivers Choice Show *
* Vintage Camper Show *
Vendors & Cars for Sale
Pre-registration has Closed. Register on the day of the show. First come first served.
spaces are 20' X 30' The Line forms Friday morning at 8:00 AM Saturday morning 5:30 AM
