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Beer City USA

80+ amazing craft breweries on the Beer City Ale Trail.

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Ideas for your visit to Grand Rapids

Places in Grand Rapids that Give Back

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Crafting the Perfect Grand Rapids Wedding

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Shopping Experience at the Woodland Mall

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Exhibitions to See with the Whole Family During the Holidays

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Breweries that Built Beer City: Brewery Vivant

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The Sweet Escape: Your Visit to Blandford Nature Center

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10 Dive Bars To Check Out In Grand Rapids

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Studio Park in Downtown Grand Rapids Has Something for Everyone to Enjoy

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Toast to Local Spirits with Cocktail Week GR

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Weekend Itinerary for Shopping Local

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An Insider’s Look at Experiencing an Art Class in Grand Rapids

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“Nacho” Average Nachos: The Local’s Guide to the Best Nachos in Grand Rapids

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A Local’s Guide to Accessible Hotels in Grand Rapids

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More Cool-Weather Patios to Keep You Cozy This Season

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Local's Guide to Fall Fashion in Grand Rapids

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Scenic Fall Drive: Covered Bridges Near GR

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Locally Owned & Operated LGBTQ+ Businesses to Check Out

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Iconic Public Art Spots in Downtown Grand Rapids

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Grand Rapids Establishments Taking the Gin & Tonic to the Next Level

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Spooktacular Halloween Fun in Grand Rapids for Everyone

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Grand Rapids Is Bursting With Art This Fall

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Sample Exclusive Wines & More With This GR-Area Wine Tour

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Locals’ Guide to Fall Hikes in the GR Area

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9 Fun Activities for Rainy Days in Grand Rapids

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PROJECT 1 by ARTPRIZE® + Museums & Experiences

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Your Kid-Free Fall Weekend Itinerary for Your GR Getaway

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Your Itinerary for a Fall Kid-Friendly Weekend in GR

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The Great Escape Room: Can Your Group Solve It In Time?

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Visit the John Ball Zoo's Red Pandas & More

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Guide to PROJECT 1 September Events & Happenings

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Six Things You Can Find In The North Monroe Area

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Five GR Hotel Packages That Beer Lovers Will Enjoy

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Ideas for Accessible Parks and Trails in Grand Rapids

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The Grand Rapids Late Summer & Fall Festival Hot List

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PROJECT 1 Locations: What You Need to Know

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Even More Restaurant Week Restaurants Around GR

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10 Years of RWGR in Eastern Kent County

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10 Years of Downtown Casual Dining for Restaurant Week GR

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Paddling Grand Rapids: So Much Water, So Many Choices

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10 Years of Downtown Fine Dining for Restaurant Week GR

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15 Fun and FREE Things to do in Grand Rapids

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Local’s Guide to U-Pick Apple Farms & Orchards

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10 Fun Facts About Restaurant Week GR

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Epic Grand Rapids Brunches According to Vegan GR

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Perfect Picnic Places in Grand Rapids

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Veen Observatory: A Hidden Gem in The Grand Rapids Area

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Five Facts About Maya Lin, the Artist of Ecliptic

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Every Summer Day is Ice Cream Day in GR

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Locals’ Guide to Ice Cream Shops in Grand Rapids

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The Grand Rapids Outdoor Summer Music Guide

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Check out what's happening in Grand Rapids!

Elf, the musical

Nov 22 - Dec 22, 2019

Location: Grand Rapids Civic Theatre

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Lights Out Championship 6

Dec 14, 2019

Location: The DeltaPlex Arena & Conference Center

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THE NUTCRACKER

Dec 13 - Dec 22, 2019

Location: Grand Rapids Ballet

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Clara's Nutcracker Party

Dec 15, 2019

Location: Amway Grand Plaza Hotel- Ambassador Ballroom

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Double Dare Live ( Marc Summers Farewell Tour )

Dec 18, 2019

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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GR Symphony Presents Old National Bank Cirque de Noel

Dec 18 - Dec 19, 2019

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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SUM 41: Order in Decline Tour

Dec 21, 2019

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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Live Music: Jes Kramer & Fiona Dickinson at Harmony Hall

Dec 27, 2019

Location: Harmony Hall

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3rd Annual Yule Ball Dinner and Concert

Dec 28, 2019

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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Timeless NYE at The DeltaPlex Arena

Dec 29, 2019

Location: The DeltaPlex Arena and Conference Center

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Jeff Dunham: Seriously!?

Dec 30, 2019

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Grand Rapids Griffins vs Chicago Wolves

Dec 31, 2019

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Grand Rapids Griffins vs Chicago Wolves

Dec 31 - Apr 10, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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The Snowman

Jan 4, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show

Jan 9 - Jan 12, 2020

Location: DeVos Place

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The Tenderloins Cranjis McBasketball World Comedy Tour

Jan 9, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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a streetcar named desire

Jan 10 - Jan 26, 2020

Location: Grand Rapids Civic Theatre

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GR Symphony Presents The Genius of Mozart

Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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Grand Rapids Griffins vs Manitoba Moose

Jan 10 - Jan 11, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Grand Rapids Griffins vs Rockford IceHogs

Jan 15 - Jan 17, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Grand Rapids Griffins vs Rockford IceHogs

Jan 15 - Jan 17, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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GR Symphony Presents Hollywood Hits

Jan 17 - Jan 19, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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Grand Rapids Remodeling & New Home Show

Jan 17 - Jan 19, 2020

Location: DeVos Place

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Sublime with Rome

Jan 19, 2020

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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Winter Jam Tour Spectacular

Jan 19, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Broadway Grand Rapids presents Hamilton

Jan 21 - Feb 9, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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Harlem Globetrotters

Jan 26, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Korn and Breaking Benjamin

Jan 30, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Michigan International Auto Show

Jan 30 - Feb 2, 2020

Location: DeVos Place

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GR Symphony Presents The Glory of Baroque

Jan 31, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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GR Symphony Presents The Glory of Baroque (Coffee)

Jan 31, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour

Feb 1, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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The Allman Betts Band w/ JD Simo, Jackson Stokes

Feb 6, 2020

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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Nikki Glaser: Bang it Out Tour

Feb 7, 2020

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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Bone Thugs ~N~ Harmony

Feb 8, 2020

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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The Lumineers III The World Tour

Feb 11, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Post Malone

Feb 12, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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ETERNAL DESIRE

Feb 14 - Feb 16, 2020

Location: Grand Rapids Ballet

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GR Symphony Presents Schubert's "Great"

Feb 14 - Feb 15, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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West Michigan Golf Show

Feb 14 - Feb 16, 2020

Location: DeVos Place

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Luke Combs: What You See Is What You Get Tour

Feb 15, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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MCID Highly Suspect 2020 Tour

Feb 15, 2020

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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Grand Rapids Boat Show

Feb 19 - Feb 23, 2020

Location: DeVos Place

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Imposters in Effect: A Tribute to Beastie Boys

Feb 19, 2020

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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GR Symphony Presents Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince

Feb 21 - Feb 22, 2020

Location: DeVos Performance Hall

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Ones to Watch Presents: Chris Lane- Big, Big Plans Tour

Feb 21, 2020

Location: 20 Monroe Live

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15th Annual Winter Beer Festival

Feb 22, 2020

Location: Fifth Third Ballpark - Home of the West Michigan Whitecaps

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Disney on Ice Presents Celebrate Memories!

Feb 27 - Feb 29, 2020

Location: Van Andel Arena

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Excision Tour 2020

Feb 28, 2020

Location: DeltaPlex Arena & Conference Center

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Matilda, the musical

Feb 28 - Mar 22, 2020

Location: Grand Rapids Civic Theatre

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