Join us in historic downtown Bethel for the Fall Market, September 26, 2026.
FREE ADMISSION! Held at 127 N Main St., Bethel, MO 63434
Bethel was founded in 1844 as a communal colony by Wilhelm Keil and his German-American followers. The community was early noted for its handicrafts and musical band. These days, events held at the Colony help benefit ongoing preservation of Bethel Colony historic buildings.
The Bethel Market features vendors—Artisans, Craftsmen (Soap, Candles, Leather, Blacksmith, Jewelry, Wood, Weavers, Beeswax, Local Honey), Flea Market items, Vintage Finds, Home Decor, Furniture, and more. Text Kim Miles for booth space, 660-225-1705.
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Guided tour of historic Colony homes (adults $10; children free with paid adult)
Colony Museum & Gift Shop
Music 
Weaving, rug hooking, and blacksmith demonstrations
Chili cook-off 10a-12p
Vendors
Bethel’s Fest Hall Restaurant will be open, serving breakfast starting at 6am, and then German and American buffet for lunch.
The Colony Foodstand will have burgers 
and brats, walking tacos, nachos, spiral potatoes and onion rings, sodas 
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The Bacon family will be on hand with their delicious lemonade shakeups!
Saturday Chili Cook-off for charity from 10a-12p. Bring an entry, or just come and sample, then vote for your favorite!
Stop in at the Bethel Bakery for cinnamon rolls and other baked goods.
Small Batch Winery will be offering tasting and sales.Vendors in the Colony Barn, outdoors, and downtown. (Vendors, text Kim Miles at 660-225-1705 to sign up or click here for Bethel Colony Market Vendor Info 2026 – .) • Free Booths for Local 4H and FFA Students
During this event, the Colony also offers a guided historic home tour of at least three homes listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Museum & Gift Shop are open free to visitors.