The Hershey Fall Meet, officially the Antique Automobile Club of America (AACA) Eastern Division National Fall Meet, takes place each October in Hershey, Pennsylvania. It’s famous for one of the largest automotive swap meets in the world — thousands of vendor spaces selling parts, literature, tools and automobilia — plus a car corral of classics for sale and a judged show field on the final day. Enthusiasts come from across the country, and serious restorers plan their year around it.

At a glance
Organizer Antique Automobile Club of America (Eastern Division)
Location Hershey, Pennsylvania
Timing Early October
Highlights Swap meet, car corral, show field
Drive from Midtown About 3 hours

The swap meet

Rows of vendors fill fields around the Hersheypark area, selling everything from Model T parts to vintage signs and license plates. Come early and wear waterproof boots — October weather varies.

Car corral

Hundreds of classic cars are displayed for sale, from affordable projects to fully restored collector cars.

Show field

The judged show brings together beautifully restored antique vehicles.

AACA Museum

The nearby AACA Museum is a must-visit. Read car museums near NYC.

Tips

  • Book lodging early — Hershey fills up.
  • Bring cash and a cart for purchases.
  • Plan several days if you’re serious about parts hunting.

Read classic car auctions and the 1935 Suburban Carryall.

A short history

The AACA, founded in 1935, is one of the oldest car clubs in the United States, and its Hershey meet has grown over many decades into a pilgrimage for antique car enthusiasts. Its scale — with vendors from across the country — makes it unique among car events.

What to buy

Common finds include original and reproduction parts, sales brochures and manuals, vintage license plates, gas station signs, model cars and tools. Serious restorers bring lists of part numbers; casual visitors enjoy browsing automobilia and memorabilia.