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A Parent's Guide to GR-Area Playgrounds
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Paul Jendrasiak for Experience GR
- 17 min
More than 50 of the 160+ public parks in and around Grand Rapids have playgrounds. You can find them…
Adventure Abounds in Grand Rapids
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Aly Zuiderveen for Experience GR
- 9 min
Attention thrill seekers: you’ll find plenty of activities to get your adrenaline pumping in…
Paddling Grand Rapids: So Much Water, So Many Choices
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Aaron Peterson for Experience GR
- 6 min
Grand Rapids has been named America’s Best River Town (Outside Magazine) and one of the…
Grand Rapids’ Golf Scene Has Something for Everyone
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Nick Irwin for Experience GR
- 10 min
With more public golf courses than any other state – 748 at the start of 2026…
A Local's Guide to GR Comic Book Shops
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Bryan Esler for Experience GR.
- 11 min
There are many different “scenes” in Grand Rapids — performing arts, craft…
A Local's Guide to Eating Out after 10PM in Grand Rapids
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- 10 min
With so many nightlife options around Grand Rapids – everything from concerts and theater…
Self-Guided Audio Tours
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Dorelle Brock for Experience GR
- 4 min
You don’t have to spring for an organized tour to embark on a curated exploration of Grand…
Countryside Tours Near Grand Rapids: Scenic Towns, Farm Markets & Nature Spots
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Alina Albin for Experience GR
- 13 min
One of the coolest things about Grand Rapids is that all our big-city amenities – art…
Free Music Events
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- 3 min
In the mood for a concert? You don’t need to buy a ticket to enjoy great live music in Grand…
Reeds Lake Bike Route
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- 6 min
Looking for a (relatively) short, scenic and self-contained bike route in Grand Rapids? Consider the…
Budget-Friendly Date Night Ideas in Grand Rapids
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Samantha Denman for Experience GR
- 9 min
The average cost of a date in the United States reached $189 in 2026, according to the BMO Real…
Enjoying the Downtown Refreshment Area with Your Dog
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Haley Chicoine for Experience GR.
- 4 min
Hey, dog people – if you like to bring your furry friend(s) with you as you explore a…
Guide to the Holland Tulip Time Festival
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Rachelle Welling for Experience GR
- 3 min
May 1 – 10, 2026 The Tulip Time Festival is an annual spring festival held in Holland…
Wine Bars
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Bryan Esler for Experience GR
- 8 min
Grand Rapids has a national reputation for beer, but that’s not the only beverage in town to…
Rooftop Bars in Grand Rapids
- by Experience Grand Rapids photo by Bryan Esler for Experience GR
- 6 min
What’s better than enjoying an adult beverage with friends in Grand Rapids? Enjoying an adult…