Wednesday Night Cruise-Ins
Presented by: DeNooyer Chevrolet and Your West Michigan Chevy Dealers
CRUISE-IN IS ON! RAIN OR SHINE!
We'll kick-off the season with a members only cruise-in. Get your membership today!
Wednesday Night Cruise-In Presented by DeNooyer Chevrolet and your West Michigan Chevrolet Dealers at the Gilmore Car Museum have become an annual summer tradition and this marks the 25th Anniversary!
NEW THIS YEAR!
We will be having silent auctions to raise money for the museum weekly! Featuring two items per week, hosted in the Carriage House, the silent auction will run from 4:30 pm to 7:15 pm, with winners announced at 7:30 pm.
July 23
- From John Ball Zoo: Four (4) 2025 Admission Vouchers
- From GCM: Fordite Corvette Pendant & Tie Clip Tire
July 30
- From One Well Brewing: Growler Gift Bag (empty growler, 2 pint glasses, logo sticker, & voucher for free fill)
- From W.K. Kellogg Manor House: One-Year Household Membership (2 adults, 2 children), Country Spiced Tea, Kellogg Ornament, History Booklet
August 6
- From Airway Fun Center: Four (4) Pick Three Packages
- From GCM: Fordite Pendant & Tie Clip Tire
August 13
- From W.K. Kellogg Bird Sanctuary: Wine Tumbler, 8 oz Maple Syrup, Plant Pin, Wooden Robin Ornament, Spartan Strong Decal, Six (6) One-Time Admission Tickets
- From Bavarian Inn Lodge: Two $50 Play Cards
August 20
- From GCM: Fordite Corvette Bangle & Tie Clip Tire
- From Grand Rapids Public Museum: Two (2) General Admission Tickets
Also, due to popular demand, this year we have added the opportunity to explore our air-conditioned main exhibitWithout Limits: Racing Through America, for $5 per guest. This includes the added bonus of access to additional restrooms inside the museum. Simply stop by the gift shop or Pedal Car Cafe to purchase your wristband. Members, with a membership card, receive access to the exhibit at no additional charge.
It is FREE to bring your show car on the grounds during Cruise-In and the event is open to the public. On good weather nights, the fun starts at 5 pm and runs until 8 pm, with both George & Sally’s authentic 1941 Blue Moon Diner and The Grill serving hot dogs, hamburgers, and creamy old-fashioned custard throughout the evening.With live music providing the soundtrack, these are evenings you and your family won’t forget! So, plan to bring your ride, snap a photo in front of the 1930s Shell station, cruise our amazing grounds, and enjoy an evening of great wheels and memories.
General:
With the exception of the Pedal Car Cafe, main exhibit, Blue Moon Diner, the Grill, and the Gilmore Bar, all other Museum buildings are CLOSED during Cruise-Ins. If inclement weather is predicted, the Cruise-In will still take place, but scheduled cruise time will be shortened to 7pm.
Type of Cars:
Limited to show field cars only (classics, muscle, antique, special interest, hot rods, etc).
Parking:
Within the museum grounds there will be designated areas for parking. Each lot will be filled on a “first here” basis – no reserved or special parking.
Food Service:
- The Grill will be open – serving hot dogs, hamburgers, and chips.
- George & Sally’s Blue Moon Diner – serving regular diner menu items.
- Pedal Car Cafe – serving select items and soda.
- Carriage House – serving beer, wine, and spirits.
- If inclement weather is predicted, the Grill will NOT be open. Regular menu items will be available in the Diner from 5 – 7pm.
Live Music Schedule:
April 30 (members only) – Chris Karl – Rock and Pop Hits
May 7 – Seritas Black Rose Duo – Funk Blues
May 14 – Ron Short - Elvis Presley impersonator
May 21 – Two of a Kind - Pop Classics
May 28 – Gemini Moon – Classic Rock & Pop Covers
June 4 – Hi-Views - Rockabilly
June 11 – Shelagh & Robbie Brown – Country/ R & B
June 18 – Special Guest – Classic Rock
June 25 – The Mickeys – Folk/Americana
July 2 - Pinter Whitnick- 50’s – 80’s Pop Rock
July 9 – Glad All Over – ‘60’s & 70’s Classics
July 16 – Michigan Mafia String Band – Rockin’ Acoustic Bluegrass
July 23 – Moon Shot – Hits from the ‘60’s to ‘90’s
July 30 – LaJoye Quartette – Jazz
August 6 – Allie Garland & Awesome Sauce – 50’s to today
August 13 – Barefoot Blondes – Rock and Pop Hits
August 20 – Jimmy and the Mortals – 60’s rock
August 27 – Trapped on Mars – Hits from the 80’s, 90’s and Today
September 3 – Stranded Hobos - Rock
September 10 – Mama’s Hot Sauce – Scorchabilly
September 17 – Zion Lion – Reggae
September 24 – Chris Karl - Rock and Pop Hits
October 8 – Just for Fun Band - Polka
October 15 - Kyle Jennings – Country
FAQs
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No. Much like going to a professional sporting event, you cannot get a refund because you can no longer make it. Guests are in charge of finding a person to purchase that ticket or giving it to someone else to use.
Tickets are non-refundable, but are transferable between persons.
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Yes, food and/or beverages is available for purchase.
George & Sally's Blue Moon Diner in open daily.
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Bringing outside food and/or beverages is prohibited.
Gilmore Car Museum relies on sales from food and beverage to stay in operation.
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Smoking is prohibited inside any buildings. The designated smoking area is outside while at least 25 feet away from buildings.
Smoking marijuana is strictly prohibited on museum grounds.
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Yes, we accept Visa, Discover, and Mastercard.
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Yes. Pets are allowed outside on museum grounds. Pets are not permitted in any building or gallery. All pets must be on a leash at all times and owners are responsible for cleaning up after their pet.
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No. Use of golf carts without prior permission from the Gilmore Car Museum is prohibited.
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No. Political and religious advertisements are not allowed on our campus.