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Minor-league affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings.
NBA Development League affiliate of the Denver Nuggets.
One of the world's top 30 must-see museums.
From local storeowners presenting one-of-a-kind finds to brand-name retailers offering mass-market goods, Grand Rapids is a great place to shop.
Ideas for your visit to Grand Rapids
College Student's Guide to Hosting Friends and Family
If you couldn’t tell from its creative and lively atmosphere, Grand Rapids is a college town…
Grand Rapids Restaurants That Focus on Accessibility
Several years ago, Experience Grand Rapids asked four local residents with disabilities to share…
LGBTQ+ Weekend Getaway in Grand Rapids
Ranked as one of the “Gayest Cities in America,” Grand Rapids is a must-visit for…
A Local’s Guide to Accessible Hotels in Grand Rapids
Every year, thousands of visitors and locals enjoy the sights and sounds of Grand Rapids…
Local Gifts to Give from Grand Rapids
When it comes to making sure you have something special for everyone on your list, it’s easy…
Dive Bars to Check Out in Grand Rapids
The term “dive bar” has evolved in meaning over the years. What once meant an…
A Vegan & Sustainable Weekend Itinerary for Grand Rapids
Veganism is continuously growing, and restaurants across Michigan are filling the demand, with Grand…
A Local's List of Great Fall Places to Eat & Drink
In classic Michigan fashion, fall has arrived in full force, and quickly. Beers turn darker…
Check out what's happening in Grand Rapids!
"For the Love of the Game" Exhibit at Grand Rapids Public Library
The Grand Rapids Public Library is presenting: "For the Love of the Game," an exhibit that…
AC Guest DJ Series | Volume III
Volume III of the Guest DJ series kicks off this August with some of Grand Rapids’ favorites! Be…
Active Commute Week Community Celebration
Whether you participated in Active Commute Week or not, join us by ending it in style! The ACW…
Amaze & Amuse: A Modern Day Magic Show with Trino and Special Guest Tyler Grey
Amaze & Amuse is a modern day magic show currently celebrating it's 5th year at Wealthy Theatre!…
Apple Season on West Michigan’s Fruit Ridge
It’s apple season! Many varieties of great Michigan apples are waiting for you on the Fruit Ridge…
Artists Reception for Coming Home: ArtPrize 2024 at KCAD
Join us for an artists reception celebrating KCAD's ArtPrize 2024 exhibition Coming Home . Coming…
ArtPrize 2024
ArtPrize® is an independent international art competition in Grand Rapids, Michigan. It celebrates…
ArtPrize Opening Party
Mark your calendars for our Opening Night Celebration on Friday, September 13th! Kick off the start…
ArtPrize Patio Party
Get ready for an epic ArtPrize kick-off at The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck! Join us on the patio for…
Awesomazing Scavenger Hunts-Grand Hunt Around River City
Along Michigan's Grand River, you'll find Civil Rights heroes, US presidents, and a whole lot of…
Baby & Me Storytimes - Van Belkum Branch
Bring your baby and bounce along to fun stories, songs, and rhymes. Baby & Me is a 15-minute…
Barnyard Buds
Need an excuse to get out of the house? Bring your tiny farmer to the Blandford Farm for this…
Brickworld Grand Rapids
Enjoy 50,000 square feet of amazing LEGO displays, fun interactive play stations, and unique LEGO…
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - Beetlejuice
"It's SHOWTIME!" We can't wait to teach you every step to this spooky fun design on Friday the 13th!…
Coming Home: ArtPrize 2024 at KCAD
Coming Home showcases Michigan's significant impact on art and design, highlighting the state's…
Cowboy Hatband Class
Learn how to build a hatband for your hat from scratch! We will teach you how to cut your straps…
Cultivating West Michigan
Celebrate the history of agriculture in West Michigan at the Dekker Huis Museum! The museum’s new…
Dino Adventures at John Ball Zoo
New for 2024! Starting in July, over 20 life-size dinosaurs will make their way to the Zoo's Forest…
Family Storytime Series
These story times feature great books, songs, fingerplays, and hands-on fun. Classes end with an art…
Fiesta Mexicana 2024
The Mexican community has been in Grand Rapids for generations, and it is the largest Latin ethnic…
Ford at 50: Decisions that Defined a Presidency
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, celebrates the 50th anniversary of…
Friday The 13th At The Haunt
Are you brave enough? The Haunt is taking terror to a whole new level with "Friday the 13th…
Ghost Tour Grand Rapids
LEARN ABOUT GRAND RAPIDS' EERIE HISTORY! Prepare to be spooked by strange and peculiar stories and…
Grand Rapids Church Tour
The stunning architecture and stained-glass windows are a given, but the best part of these churches…
Grand Rapids Ghosts Tour
This entertaining, informative, and engaging walking ghost tour will take you to multiple haunted…
Hat Burning + Hat Bar Class
Come for the fun and leave in style with your very own burned and banded hat! This workshop guides…
IIumina La Noche en MDRD
Elevate your view of the downtown Grand Rapids ArtPrize Fireworks Show from the 27th floor of MDRD…
Kenny Wayne Shepherd - Dirt On My Diamonds Tour
Grammy-nominated guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepher will perform at GLC Live at 20 Monroe on Sep. 13…
L&L Moody Beach Watercolor
Bring your lunch and join us for a lovely afternoon creative break. Watercolor painting is a fun and…
Live Jazz in the Lounge
Whether you're a seasoned jazz enthusiast or a newcomer to the genre, Margaux Lounge promises an…
Live Music at Rendezvous
Check out live entertainment on the weekends at Rendezvous! This experience provides background…
Lucky 13 Group Show!
In honor of ArtPrize 2024, ArtRat Gallery is hosting 13 participating guest artists as well as…
Mary Carter Art Exhibition
Mary Carter's art exhibit is open in the gallery at the KDL Wyoming Branch! It will be there all…
Michigan Irish Music Festival 2024
Held annually in September, the Michigan Irish Music Festival features 6 stages of live music…
Poutine Week
Poutine Week is back in Grand Rapids, Michigan, for its fourth year from September 13th to 28th, and…
RARE Invites: ZORZA
SectionLive and Rare 111 presents: RARE INVITES: ZORZA with support from KARUTH and SAPPHYREE. 18+…
Riverfront Tour
WALK THROUGH HISTORY OVER THE GRAND RIVER! The Grand River was important 2,000 years ago to Native…
Specialty Fish Fry Dinner
Enjoy this buffet-style dinner prepared by our talented kitchen staff featuring fried perch, baked…
Summer Goat Hikes
Come play! Meet the Dreamgoats and wander with us along the whimsical trails as the goats frolic…
The Historic Home Tour
As Heritage Hill Historic Home district is very large, you can see the most by vehicle, which we can…
The Robot Zoo
Explore the biomechanics of complex animal robots to discover how real animals work at The Robot…
The Rocky Horror Show
In this cult classic more than 50 years old, sweethearts Brad and Janet, stuck with a flat tire…
The Scouts - ArtPrize 2024 exhibit
Join Cocoon Art Space during ArtPrize 2024! The Scouts expands the storyline of the Evolutionar!es…
The Scouts - Opening Night - ArtPrize 2024
Join Cocoon Art Space for Opening Night of The Scouts / ArtPrize 2024 Come see this collaborative…
TreeRunner Themed Glow Nights
Glow Nights start at 6:00 PM. A unique climbing experience that allows guests to climb under the…
Unexpected Choices
Unexpected Choices is an exhibition organized by students from Ferris State University, Design…
Urinetown, The Musical!
A side-splitting sendup of greed, love, and revolution (and musicals!), in a time when water is…
Vintage Ink Drawings Exhibit
Come see Vintage Drawings at East Grand Rapids Public Library! On display are 17 drawings and 1…
West Michigan Farm to Table 2024
Join us at the West Michigan Farm to Table Dinner hosted annually for a one-of-a-kind evening! The…
Westside Ultimate Frisbee
Do you like Ultimate Frisbee and live in Grand Rapids?🥏 We play for FREE every Wednesday and Friday…