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Grand Rapids' B&Bs: The Perfect Romantic Getaway

If you’ve been dreaming of a romantic getaway but don’t have the time or money to fly to France, look no further: Grand Rapids has award-winning bed and breakfasts that are the perfect local getaway…

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Grand Rapids Murals

Grand Rapids art doesn't just live in the museums, it's also part of the structure of the city, transforming walls, streets, parking lots, mechanical boxes and other utilitarian elements into vehicles…

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Top Things to Do

Looking for fun things to do on your Grand Rapids getaway (or staycation)? Ask 10 people for recommendations and you’re likely to get 10 different lists – there’s just so much here that appeals to…

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Local's Guide to Sports Bars in the Grand Rapids Area

Grand Rapids is home to a number of pro sports teams, including the West Michigan Whitecaps (baseball), Grand Rapids Griffins (hockey), Grand Rapids Gold (basketball) and Grand Rapids Rise (women’s…

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Breweries That Built Beer City: Founders Brewing Co.

With more than 50 breweries along the Ale Trail in the greater Grand Rapids area, it’s no wonder the city is known as Beer City, USA. However, only a couple of decades ago, Grand Rapids wasn’t nearly…

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Running Events

It's no coincidence that America's largest 25K road race takes place in Grand Rapids - we are a city of runners. We run through city streets, on paved "rail-to-trail" pathways, in woods, along rivers…

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Relocating to Grand Rapids

Thinking about relocating to Grand Rapids? Smart move – Grand Rapids has been ranked one of the best places in the U.S. to live, retire, raise a family, get a job and buy a home. Our economy is…

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West Michigan Sports Commission

Sports groups get an extra edge when they meet in Grand Rapids – the assistance of the West Michigan Sports Commission. The mission of the West Michigan Sports Commission is to foster economic…

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