Metro Cruise PIT STOP sites

 &There are more ways than ever to enjoy your favorite auto event.  These sites are all unique, but will each have one or more auto-related entertainment features, have some great local food, and offer easier access.

Each PIT STOP site will host a minimum of 4 key features – car club(s), food vendors, free 2hr collector car parking, and unique auto-related entertainment features.  Each site will be completely unique in its offerings, and many people visit them all.  They are all open to the public with space for free general parking and collector car parking.  If you have a collector car and are cruisin’ 28th Street, look for the Collector Car Parking Only section at each site.  Scroll down to learn what each Pit Stop site will entail, and the different sites we’re hosting this year.

Here is a map showing ALL official Metro Cruise sites this year:

Metro Cruise PIT STOP at Car City

Just a half mile west of the MAIN EVENT site at Rogers Plaza, this will be easy stop!  This event will be on the west end of the Car City property, on the north side of 28th Street. (ADDRESS: 1515 28th Street SW, Wyoming, MI)

CAR CLUBS:

• Camaros of Michigan
• Miata Owners of West Michigan

FOOD UNITS:

• J Harvey BBQ Trailer (slow-smoked barbecue)
• NO WAY Tacos (authentic Mexican)
• Kona Ice (frozen treats)

CAR RELATED ENTERTAINMENT:

• RC Car entertainment – race track, custom off-road trailer, supplies, more!  If you love racing RC cars or just watching, this site is a must visit.  Featuring a fully carpeted 40’x60′ track, with timing, this will be a fun display.  Courtesy of Grand River RC.
• Barn Finds display – come view 5 very unique barn find vehicles – some untouched, some fully restored, and learn the stories.
• Metro-Merch, a small collection of our official merchandise
• Free collector car parking (2 hour)

Metro Cruise PIT STOP at SHERATON Grand Rapids

Also the site of one of our Official hotel partners (they’re offering King-size rooms for just $119/night, BOOK HERE!), this site will be packed with fun at a great location.  It will feature some refreshing seasonally-inspired drinks, and some great local food.

This event will be on the west end of the Sheraton property, on the southeast corner of 28th Street & Foremost Drive. (ADDRESS: 5700 28th Street SE, Grand Rapids, MI). 

CAR CLUBS:

• Mercedes Benz Club of America – West MI Section

FOOD UNITS:

• 28th Street Bistro Restaurant & Bar – An abbreviated menu (shrimp tacos, pulled pork) from Sheraton’s restaurant
• Tiki Hut – Seasonal-inspired cocktails, drafts, and traditional favorites!
• Big A’s Chop House – Lambchops, jalapeno cheddar brat, grilled Wagyu steak, alfredo, candied yams
•  Coco’s Cool Cabana – Shave Ice, strawberries and cream bowl, other frozen treats

CAR RELATED ENTERTAINMENT:

• Exotic & Luxury Car Display – come view a unique collection of 10 high-end cars, courtesy of Fresh Coast Auto Detail
• Metro-Merch, a small collection of our official merchandise
• Free collector car parking (2 hour)

Metro Cruise PIT STOP at Oakestown-Borgman

This event will be a shared site – on the east side of the Borgman Ford property, and the west half of the Oakestown Mall property – on the south side of 28th Street. (ADDRESS: 3000 28th Street SW, Grandville)

CAR CLUBS: 

• West Michigan Mustang Club – the largest single-club gathering of any of our event sites, come 150 mustangs in one spot
• TBD

FOOD UNITS:

• Taqueria el Mariachi – authentic Mexican
• Being Cheesy – gourmet grilled cheese
• Ice Box Brand – west Michigan famous ice creams with locally sourced ingredients

CAR RELATED ENTERTAINMENT:

• MEGA trucks courtesy of Auto Care Excellence – featuring HULK: a 1400HP Chevy big block, on 2 1/2 ton military axles with 55″ tires.  Also, PAPA SMURF: an 800HP Chevy on 2 1/2 ton military axles, with 48 tractor tires.
• Lucky’s Car Smash – take a sledge hammer to either a U of M or MSU painted vehicle
• Car Cube by PADNOS and Weller Self-Serve – guess the year/make/model of the super-compressed car cube – first correct answer wins $150 in gift cards!
• Metro-Merch, a small collection of our official merchandise
• Free collector car parking (2 hour)

OTHER FEATURES:

• Balloon animals by Banana Jackson – Free for kids, courtesy of Robert McDougall State Farm
• Lawn games for kids and adults – cornhole, ladder ball, giant Connect 4, giant Jenga
• Coloring Contest – stop by the Info Tent to pick up a sheet – several categories for winners, open to kids aged 3 to 11

Metro Cruise PIT STOP at Baker Auto Group – Grandville

The first official Metro Cruise site in Grandville, we are so excited to connect with the west-end of 28th Street!  (ADDRESS: 2901 28th Street SW, Grandville)

CAR CLUB:

• M11 Corvette Club

FOOD UNITS:

• Tacos Mexico – authentic Mexican
• OVK BBQ – slow-smoked barbeque

CAR RELATED ENTERTAINMENT:

• Antique Fire Truck display – two 1957 Seagrave 42′ ladder fire trucks, courtesy of 57seagrave.com.  Also a 1985 Spartan Quality pumper truck courtesy of David Ives.
• Brand New Fire Truck display from Grandville FD – 1pm-4pm (barring any calls)
• Free collector car parking (2 hour)
• CLASSICS FOR SALE – the only official Metro Cruise site with collector cars for sale!  No fee or registration, cars may only be parked during event hours (Sat 12pm-7pm) in the designated area, and may not be left overnight.  Looking to sell your collector car, OR looking to buy?  This is the place to visit!  There will be approximately 12 spaces available.

OTHER FEATURES:

• Kid lawn games and activities

Metro Cruise PIT STOP at Cascade Village

The site of the Thursday night before Metro Cruise event called the ‘Warm Up’, we will re-open this site on Saturday.  Located at the very end of 28th Street, this is an excellent spot to stop, take a break, and head back west. (ADDRESS: 6797 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546)

CAR CLUBS:

• Mike Stone group – 10+ local classic cars

FOOD UNITS:

• Sober Eats – a recovery-advocacy food truck featuring tacos, BBQ, nachos, and more
• Sugary Snowballs – shave ice, sno cones, cotton candy 

CAR RELATED ENTERTAINMENT:

• Drift Car oval display – 20 high-end drift cars in an oval arrangement, courtesy of AutoMODIFIED
• Collector Car parking – open to any and all collector cars!  First-come, first-served, no fees or reservations

OTHER FEATURES:

• Free play on outdoor fowling lanes, courtesy of Fowling Warehouse
• Display/demos by Kent County Sheriff

Metro Cruise PIT STOP at Grandville Plaza

Come check out our first PIT STOP off 28th Street.  Conveniently located on Wilson just north of Chicago Drive.  Co-organized by Le Vintage Rose Retro Shoppe. (ADDRESS: 2905 Wilson Ave SW, Grandville, MI 49418)

CAR CLUBS:

• Volvo Club – Great Lakes Chapter
• West Michigan SAAB Owner’s Group

FOOD UNITS:

• Mezkla Taqueria & Fruiteria Food truck – street tacos, elote, fresh salsa, fruit cups
• Paper Clips Ice Cream Trucks – pre-packaged ice cream favorites
• CAR RELATED ENTERTAINMENT:

• Metro-Market, a unique arts & crafts market – with a car theme.  Some or all of each vendor’s products to feature car-related items!  From repurposed license plates, to beads in car shapes, children’s books, jewelry, car air diffusers, car phone mounts, keychains, and more.  Come shop the 15 local crafters and artisans that will be at this unique feature.
• Collector Car parking – open to any and all collector cars!  First-come, first-served, no fees or reservations

OTHER FEATURES:

• Live music – 1pm to 2pm by Nobody’s Cupcake
• Live performance – 2pm to 2:30pm by Dinkus the Ha Ha Man
• Live music – 3pm to 4:30pm by Frances Ford
• Pin-up competition throughout the event, hosted by Le Vintage Rose