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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
Grand Rapids Restaurants That Focus on Accessibility
Several years ago, Experience Grand Rapids asked four local residents with disabilities to share…
Check out what's happening in Grand Rapids!
90's after 9
Event Highlights: 🎸 90’s jams all night long 🍻 $3 Select Drafts — Dirty Bastard Ale, All Day IPA…
Alma's Way: Welcome to My Neighborhood Exhibit
Alma’s Way: Welcome to My Neighborhood! is open May 27-August 30 at GRCM!! This exhibit is based on…
Annual 2025 AIA Grand Rapids Scholarship Golf Outing
Please make plans to join us for our Annual 2025 AIA Grand Rapids Scholarship Golf Outing. This…
Art Basics: Headshot and Still Life Photography with Stephen Smith
Art Basics: Headshot and Still Life Photography with Stephen Smith Wednesday, June 18, 2025, 6:00…
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…
BFFF- Best Fondue Friends Forever
Every Wednesday starting May 12! Grab your besties and celebrate friendship with our Best Fondue…
Brush Studio Paint Night - Brushstrokes & Blooms
Brushstrokes & Blooms is the perfect mid-week getaway! Want to change up the colors? We can help…
BUSTED: Contemporary Sculpture Busts
BUSTED: Contemporary Sculpture Busts, showcases this ancient sculpture genre as radically…
Color Your Summer – Kids Art Camp!
Keep your kiddo active this summer with fun, hands-on art & craft activities at Spruced Studio!…
Comedy Night at the River City Saloon
Join us for Comedy Night every Wednesday! Show starts at 9pm, but come early to secure a seat. This…
Conversation Circle: English
Conversation Circle | English Wednesdays, May 7, 21, 28, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30…
Culinary Skills 101 Cooking Class
Build Your Kitchen Confidence Step-by-Step! Want to feel more at home in the kitchen? Join our…
Fit Jam
Join GRAAHI, VSJ Fitness and DJ Dog Food for a one-of-a kind fitness and arts fusion event designed…
Food Trucks at Viewing Park
The 2025 Food Truck season schedule is here! Every Wednesday in June through August from 10am-4pm…
Ford at 50: Decisions that Defined a Presidency
The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum in Grand Rapids, Michigan, celebrates the 50th anniversary of…
Geeks Who Drink Trivia w/ PizzaMI Food Truck
Join us every Wednesday night for Geeks Who Drink trivia, a pub style quiz! Quizmaster Hayley will…
GR 175 Photo Exhibit
GR 175 Photo Exhibit The City of Grand Rapids is celebrating its 175 th Anniversary from April 2025…
GR Lit Fest: Fantasy & Sci-Fi Author Panel
GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with Arktos Meadery to bring you an out of this world Fantasy and…
GR Lit Fest: Kids' Story Hour with Sarah McCormick
Author Sarah McCormick will reading her children’s book Ollie the Owl for a kids’ story hour! Join…
GR Lit Fest: Youth Poetry Night
GR Lit Fest is excited to partner with the GRCCT, the Diatribe, and Grand Rapids Poet Laureate…
Juneteenth Free Movie Night "The Six Triple Eight" (w/ Baxter United)
A free movie night presented by Baxter United, part of their Summer Series! Bring your friends and…
K-ROK Karaoke Nights
Convention Karaoke Nights for anyone who wants to sing, eat, or drink! Bring your crew for a great…
Karaoke Wednesday
Prepare for a night of dazzling drag, fantastic karaoke, and fabulous fun at General Wood Shop! Join…
Las Canchas Farmers Market
Join us on the Second Sunday of the Month for the Downtown Farmer's Market! Join us for vendors…
Lavender Life Harvest Celebration
Join us to experience the blooming of our lavender fields! Monday through Saturday experience a…
Open Lab - Walk-in Technology Help
Open Lab | Walk-in Technology Help Wednesdays, May 7 – September 24, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm…
SDS Wednesday Night Dance Classes
Afternoon Dance Party 12 PM I Rising Stars 5 PM I Hip Hop 6 PM I Social Dance for Couples 7 PM $15…
Seymour Church Summer VBS
What makes you stand in awe of just how big God is? Is it when you gaze up into the massive limbs of…
Sidewalk Social
What to Expect: • Live music, stationed in Regatta Plaza in between the patios of Bowdies and…
Stein Night
Every Wednesday night from 5pm-12am. Live music with rotating DJs every week, discounts on beer…
Storytime on the Lawn - Seymour Branch
Storytime on the Lawn | Seymour Branch Wednesdays, June 4, 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16, 23, 30, 2025…
Strawberries on the Fruit Ridge
It's strawberry season! Time to visit West Michigan's Fruit Ridge for delicious berries, both u-pick…
Summer Candlemaking
Join us for a special Summer candlemaking workshop, where you will learn how to blend the hottest…
Summer Concert Series
Ed Dunneback & Girl's Farm Market presents their 2025 Summer concert series! There will be…
Summer Reading Challenge
Summer Reading Challenge June 2 – August 30, 2025 Join the Summer Reading Challenge! Embark on…
sōw [in sorrow]
Chicago-based floral artist John Caleb Pendleton joins us for an immersive and evolving exhibition…
The Grand Rapids Game Show Experience
Grab your crew or come solo and join a team—just don’t miss it. Let the lights flash, the buzzers…
Trivia
Trivia every Wednesday at Fratelli's Kitchen and Bar
Trivia on the Farm
Join us for a fun night on the farm for trivia! Check in from 6:30-6:55. Games from 7:00 - 8:00!…
U-Create: Lowell Arts Exhibition
The Lowell Arts Member Exhibition features the unique visual artwork created by Lowell Arts members…
Wednesday Afternoon Dance
Wednesday Afternoon Dance! Every Wednesday we host a midweek dance for seniors to learn how to…
Wednesday Evening Rides
Wednesday Evening Rides meets in Veterans Memorial Park at 7:45pm every Wednesday night. Each week…
Beer City Winds Concert - Band Favorites
Enjoy a night of favorite band repertoire by our own Beer City Winds! The group includes local…
Brush Studio Paint Night - Book Lovers Night: Hot Reads, Cool Plants
We LOVE our monthly Book Lovers Paint Nights! Grab your book-loving friends and join us for a very…
Charlotte Bluegrass Festival
Looking for a 3-day festival with live music, camping, workshops, and top-tier bluegrass…
David Hockney: Perspective Should Be Reversed
David Hockney: Perspective Should Be Reversed from the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and his…
Dive Deeper: Behind the Scenes Tour of USS Silversides Submarine
Explore the hidden depths of naval history with our exclusive and intimate Behind the Scenes Tour of…
Drop-In Craft Help
Struggling with a beading project? Hit a snafu in sewing? Need help designing powwow regalia? Does…
East Hills Summer Concert Series
The East Hills Summer Concert Series takes place in Cherry Park on the 3rd Thursday of every month…
ECA Community Bike Rides
Join the ECA and community partners to enjoy a relaxing bike ride through the vibrant streets of the…