# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Shoptoberfest
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm – Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Come experience Harmel Academy in action at Shoptoberfest, our annual open house and community homecoming.

Join us Saturday, October 3, from 1:00–4:00 p.m. for live music, active shop demonstrations, doughnuts, soft pretzels, cider, root beer, and the opportunity to meet the men of Harmel.

Whether you are considering Harmel for yourself or your son, already part of the Harmel community, interested in partnering with us, or simply want to see the mission in action, we would be glad to welcome you.'

Shoptoberfest is free. Please RSVP for each person attending so we can have name tags ready.

We will conclude the afternoon at 3:45 p.m. with a brief novena prayer to St. Carlo Acutis.

Interested in supporting Shoptoberfest as a business or organization?

Become a Shoptoberfest Community Sponsor for $500. Sponsors will be recognized during the event and featured on Harmel Academy’s social-media channels. Your sponsorship also includes registration for two company representatives.
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/grand-rapids/shoptoberfest/200030752115307
- **Event Categories**: Music, Entertainment
- **Slot details of has slots**: 
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Grand Rapids
- **state**: MI
- **country**: United States
- **location**: 2001 Robinson Road, Grand Rapids, MI
- **lat**: 42.95944
- **long**: -85.62124
- **full address**: 2001 Robinson Road, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

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- **Alt text**: Shoptoberfest
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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Shoptoberfest being held?
  - **A:** Shoptoberfest takes place on Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 01:00 pm to Sat, 03 Oct, 2026 at 04:00 pm at 2001 Robinson Road, Grand Rapids, MI, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Shoptoberfest?
  - **A:** Shoptoberfest is organized by Harmel Academy of the Trades.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Shoptoberfest is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Grand Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. If Shoptoberfest sounds like your kind of event, don't wait - spots fill up fast.

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