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Entry fee includes venue cost, workshops and fun. Reserve your spot early to ensure you don't miss out on this fantastic gathering.
Early Bird Registration $15
Early Bird Registration $15
9/1/2026 - until 10/31/2026
Regular Registration $20
Regular Registration $20
starting on 11/1/26.
Holiday Inn & Suites Toledo Southwest - Perrysburg
Holiday Inn & Suites Toledo Southwest - Perrysburg
27355 Carronade Drive
Perrysburg, Ohio 43551
Ready to play?
Ready to play?
Join us for Pixel Perfect: Gaming Through the Ages, our 2027 theme celebrating the incredible worlds of games and play. Whether your dolls are battling dragons in a tabletop RPG, rolling dice on game night, exploring pixelated adventures, conquering arcade high scores, solving mysteries, or relaxing in a cozy gaming nook, this is your chance to bring your favorite gaming-inspired creations to life.
The theme is open to all types of games and gaming eras. Draw inspiration from classic board games, tabletop adventures, card games, arcades, retro consoles, modern video games, fantasy quests, sci-fi worlds, cozy gaming, or any other gaming experience that sparks your imagination.
Dress your dolls as heroes, villains, adventurers, game masters, explorers, tavern keepers, futuristic pilots, or legendary champions. Create displays inspired by your favorite games, gather your party, and share your creativity with fellow collectors.
Whether you're pressing Start, rolling a natural 20, drawing the perfect card, or making your next strategic move, there's a place for every kind of gamer at Great Lakes Doll Meet 2027.
Game on—we can't wait to play with you!
Game on—we can't wait to play with you!
🎮 Help Us Build the Next Great GLDM Adventure
🎮 Help Us Build the Next Great GLDM Adventure
Great Lakes Doll Meet is created by collectors for collectors, and our vendors and presenters are a huge part of what makes the day special.
Great Lakes Doll Meet is created by collectors for collectors, and our vendors and presenters are a huge part of what makes the day special.
Whether you're bringing something amazing to the vendor room or sharing your knowledge with fellow collectors, we'd love to have you be part of Pixel Perfect – Gaming Through the Ages.
🛍️ Vendor Applications: Open Now
🎤 Panel & Workshop Applications: Open Now
⏰ Application Deadline: April 15, 2027
Game on—we can't wait to see what you bring to GLDM 2027!
Game on—we can't wait to see what you bring to GLDM 2027!
Event Highlights
Event Highlights
Get ready to play, imagine, and reconnect at Great Lakes Doll Meet 2027: Pixel Perfect – Gaming Through the Ages, where games inspire creativity and dolls bring every adventure to life. 🎮 🎲 🧩 ✨
Get ready to play, imagine, and reconnect at Great Lakes Doll Meet 2027: Pixel Perfect – Gaming Through the Ages, where games inspire creativity and dolls bring every adventure to life. 🎮 🎲 🧩 ✨
💬 Who Should Attend?
💬 Who Should Attend?
• Long-time collectors
• Newbies curious about the hobby
• Anyone who loves dolls
Entry fee includes venue cost, workshops and fun. Reserve your spot early to ensure you don't miss out on this fantastic gathering.
Early Bird Registration $15
Early Bird Registration $15
9/1/2026 - until 10/31/2026
Regular Registration $20
Regular Registration $20
starting on 11/1/26.
✨ Doll Displays
✨ Doll Displays
Bring your favorite dolls and showcase them for fellow collectors to admire.
We know how hard it can be to choose who to bring with you, but please be courteous of others. This will allow everyone equal opportunity to display their dolls.🤝 Networking
🤝 Networking
Connect with like-minded collectors and make new friends who share your passion.
🎲 Games
🎲 Games
Test your doll knowledge and skills in entertaining games.
✨Twinning Contest✨
✨Twinning Contest✨
- Match your outfit with your doll and join us for some fun!
- Come dressed in coordinating looks and show off your style together 💖
- We can’t wait to see all the creative pairs!
🏆 Prizes
🏆 Prizes
Win fabulous prizes from giveaways.
📸 Photo Opps
📸 Photo Opps
Capture memorable moments with your dolls and fellow collectors.
🛍️ Sales
🛍️ Sales
Buy, sell, or trade with other passionate collectors.
If you are interested in selling, please fill out the vendor application (coming soon) to be considered. Space is limited and will cost $25 per table (fee is charged by the hotel).
First come, first serve.
First come, first serve.
🛠️ Workshops
🛠️ Workshops
Learn new doll-related crafting techniques and restoration tips.
If you'd like to present a panel or workshop, fill out panel/workshop application (coming soon)to be considered.
First come, first serve. Sign up information will be available after the schedule is determined.
First come, first serve. Sign up information will be available after the schedule is determined.
🍕 Food
🍕 Food
Light Refreshments will be catered by Holiday Inn. Outside food is not allowed in event spaces. Dining is available on-site at the Ground Round Bar and Grill or several food options are nearby. You are welcome to come and go for meals.
Photo by Ashley Rae-Bittner Baker
Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the world of dolls and meet fellow enthusiasts. Whether you're a novice collector or a seasoned pro, there's something for everyone at the Great Lakes Doll Meet.
We look forward to sharing this incredible day of doll magic with you.
Come join us, bring your favorite dolls, and let's make this event another one to remember!
Questions?
Questions?
Contact Jennette Bullock via Email or Facebook Messenger.
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