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As winter sets in, so does cabin fever. Thankfully, there are plenty of outdoor recreational…
Grand Rapids is the city I’ve called home my whole life. And while I’ve traveled…
When it comes to shopping second-hand for clothing, there are many unique shops to choose from in…
From the heart of downtown to the coast of Lake Michigan, the Grand Rapids area offers all sorts of…
The holidays are here, and I love getting out with my family of four and soaking up the season. Now…
When it comes to making sure you have something special for everyone on your list, it’s easy…
While there have been many things I’ve missed as a result of the pandemic, one of the things…
The term “dive bar” has evolved in meaning over the years. What once meant an…
I love nothing more than taking my dog out on a date. My partner, Eric, and I love to grab dinner or…
When it comes to one of the best meals of the week (brunch, of course), Grand Rapids’ vegan…
As the colors begin changing around West Michigan each year and things start going bump in the…
Not only is Grand Rapids widely recognized as a top 10 Foodie City and Beer City USA, but its locals…
Happy fall, everyone! I’m Ben Darcie, and I’m a 14-year veteran of the Grand Rapids…
Hard seltzer continues to attract new fans across the nation and is one of the hottest new trends in…
When ArtPrize launched in 2009, I was skeptical. I’d never heard of anything like it (because…
One of the hottest things to do on a Sunday around Grand Rapids involves high kicks, cartwheels, and…
The art scene is an integral part of Grand Rapids and locals know there are pieces of outdoor art…
West Michiganders anticipate summer with joy for good reason: the weather is gorgeous, the sparkling…
Congratulations to the soon-to-be-married couple! So many of my friends (and now my friends…
The Grand Rapids area has been my home for nearly 15 years now – and I’m always…
The Makowski family loves flights. Not of the airplane variety, however. I’m talking about…
Veganism is continuously growing, and restaurants across Michigan are filling the demand, with Grand…
‘Together Again’ If you have never been to the Grand Rapids Pride Festival…
Grand Rapids is home to many locally owned and operated LGBTQ+ businesses. The city is becoming a…
The Grand Rapids Public Museum (GRPM) welcomes more than 250,000 visitors every year for a unique…
There are many different “scenes” in Grand Rapids — performing arts, craft…
The best way to get to know a city is to spend a day biking through it. As Ernest Hemingway once…
Some years ago, I discovered the smooth, delicious spirit that is Irish Whiskey. Since then…
The 49507 Project is a liberated public arts project unlike anything that I’ve seen in West…
Over the early fall of 2021, seven murals created by seven local BIPOC artists came to life in Grand…
Celebrating Grand Rapids means celebrating the people, traditions, cultures, and of course, food!…
Although I’m a relative newcomer to Grand Rapids, I am still a Midwesterner, and I can tell…
Winter is here and yes, while it is cold outside, it’s a season that ushers in a brand new…
New Year Resolutions are a great way to take a fresh look at what you want to accomplish. For me…
A live event at Van Andel Arena is a guaranteed good time for ticket holders of any age. After…
In classic Michigan fashion, fall has arrived in full force, and quickly. Beers turn darker…
As the hot humid air gives way to crisp cool mornings, Grand Rapids is ready for its glorious…
You can't beat fall in West Michigan. This is my favorite time of year when the trees flaunt…
Surrounding Grand Rapids’ bustling city center is an abundance of biking trails that wind…
Amidst the chaos of 2020, Black Calder Brewing Company found itself in a supremely unusual position…
While no one can predict exactly what this winter will look like, I think that we’re all…
During a time when there has been an increased emphasis on enjoying the great outdoors, Kent County…
School in 2020 is looking quite different from previous years, and thankfully, Grand Rapids area…
The Game of Life was hands down my favorite board game to play growing up, I even bought myself the…
If you’re experiencing some frustrations because vacation plans have changed or been canceled…
For more than 125 years, John Ball Zoo has given Grand Rapids locals and visitors of all ages the…
In 2020 Angela Nelson, former Vice President of Multicultural Business Development, shared this…
Being in Beer City, USA, it’s understandable that local breweries, bars, and restaurants…
Blandford Nature Center is located just a half-mile north of Grand Rapids’ thriving West Side…
When it comes to shopping in Grand Rapids, the variety of options can leave even the best shoppers…
Check out what's happening in Grand Rapids!
"Aftermath": a series of selected works on display at Cocoon Art Space by Grand Rapids artist and…
We are helping create awareness with our seventh annual Be Kind to Your Mind 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1 26.2…
Valentine’s Day is coming and we are celebrating LOVE! Will you be mine? Check out our first Be Mine…
Our “I Have a Dream” virtual races can be completed anytime in January 2023, even better if it’s…
All month long, enjoy 23% off everything in Second Mouse Finds Used Bookstore...No exclusions! SMF…
It’s time for our 6-year Anniversary! BEER: We will be releasing our 6th anniversary beer…
Full Day Guided Fishing Adventures for the Muskegon River for Trout, Smallmouth, Salmon and…
Free standing neon sculpture that simulates the moment of impact between particles in an accelerator…
Angels of Freedom is not so much about turning into an angel but rather revealing our inner…
Many direct descendants of the original Ottawa, Potawatomi and Chippewa people of West Michigan…
This exhibition pushes the boundaries between culture, community, and visual art experiences…
Bloodsuckers are invading! Explore the science of what’s biting you in this skin-crawling…
This fast-paced, high-energy improv comedy show features the humans of our A.I. cast. They will use…
You're invited to a DJ pop up with food trucks, fire performers and more! Stay tuned as we announce…
Put a little summer in your day! Bring a lunch for this fun floral where you are the…
Carnevale is an interactive installation comprised of found objects gathered from Grand Rapids…
Come out on Friday, January 27th to CityFlatsHotel for the City of Stars Drag Show! Drag Queens…
Earth Radio are storytellers of a future yet to be realized. This Grand Rapids Future-Soul group…
Epicurean classes are designed for the adventurous foodie in all of us. For beginners and…
Dark Days, Bright Skies: Isolation and Quarantine is an ongoing video projection project documenting…
Double Take David Heo On view through February 11, 2023 David Heo (b. 1992, Acworth, Georgia)…
David Heo (b. 1992, Acworth, Georgia) received his MFA in 2018 at the School of the Art Institute of…
This exhibition presents works from these two award winners of the MacArthur Fellowship—sometimes…
You've been transported back to the 1930's and have 60 minutes to complete the séance and contact…
EXTREMOPHILIA: A G’NATural History Exhibit is a science fiction autobiography that explores the…
EXTREMOPHILIA: A G'NATural History Natalie G’NAT Wetzel & Mark Andrus On view through February…
Family Storytime - Ottawa Hills Branch Parents and caregivers are invited to bring their children…
This GRPM original exhibit, Fashion + Nature , showcases a wide variety of scientific specimens and…
The Filipino Parols are an iconic symbol of the holidays in the Philippines. Filipino Parols…
We’re hot to trot on this sizzlin’ route. Envision early Grand Rapids…streets lined with wooden…
Five large-scale wooden cutouts of five children of various ethnicities and personalities outside…
Live jazz every Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday; Two sets between 7:30 pm – 9:30 pm; $10 cover…
The end begins. Part one of the epic finale Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows ™ is here!…
The city of Grand Rapids was born alongside a one mile stretch of spectacular rapids on our Grand…
Along Michigan's Grand River you'll find Civil Rights heroes, US presidents and a whole lot of art…
Sustainability is a priority for Grand Rapids. We’ve earned worldwide attention, recognition and…
We are excited to celebrate with our third annual Happy Camper 1M 5K 10K 13.1 26.2 virtual race!…
Take a carriage ride of downtown Grand Rapids on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7:00 to 10:00 PM…
House of Cards consists of 128 light boxes in the form of playing cards, which in turn (or all at…
Come play some frozen fun games! The Ice Park opens on Friday, January 20, and will remain until it…
Outdoor ice skating is coming back to Rosa Park Circle! This year, we're offering pre-booking for…
Explore over 50 rope elements on the 2 level ropes courses that stands 35’ high. Choose your own…
Visit this INTERACTIVE PHOTO EXPERIENCE Visitors can access a virtual photo booth experience using…
You have been invited to be part of an elite observation team to view the newest medical wonder. The…
What: This is a 1M, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 virtual run (or walk) to celebrate International Women’s…
Purchase a Charged-Up or Supercharged combo now through the end of winter break for a jump pass that…
SOLO Together is an exhibition of the work by 11 exceptional artists from Michigan. A body of work…
“Manidoo Bawating” is back for our 2023 festival. This 11-foot-tall steel sculpture was…
Meet The Massimals at The Blue Bridge. This public art installation features abstract animal forms…
(Door)Mats & Mimosas! Your ticket comes with a complimentary mimosa (for the morning classes) or…
