Area Festival Stories

With nearly 80 breweries within an hour of its downtown , Grand Rapids – also referred to as Beer City, USA – is a hotbed for craft beer. From hops to dark stouts, you can always find an interesting... Read More ›

You don’t have to travel the world to experience an abundance of cultures. Instead, celebrate a variety of cultures in the heart of West Michigan! Grand Rapids is a melting pot that honors a variety... Read More ›

The award-winning Grand Rapids Symphony led by Music Director and Maestro Marcelo Lehninger, has expanded beyond its classical music roster to play contemporary hits such as Harry Potter screenings ,... Read More ›

Grand Rapids is home to numerous distilleries that are focused on producing high-quality distilled liquor blended with superior ingredients, careful technique, and attention to detail. In fact, Grand... Read More ›

Restaurant Week GR (RWGR) has been a beloved foodie tradition in Grand Rapids for the past nine years. Locals and visitors get to taste the city with deals, specials and of course, imaginative,... Read More ›

While most folks in West Michigan are gearing up for summer, a dedicated group of people have been working hard to prepare for ArtPrize 10 , which will take place September 19 to October 7, 2018. After... Read More ›

Grand Rapids is home to dozens of incredibly delicious Asian restaurants. From Taiwanese, Indian, Korean, and Vietnamese, there is a diverse and tasty offering of authentic Asian cuisine in West... Read More ›

Keep your calendar free May 13-19, 2018, as Grand Rapids flips its switch to Cider Week GR. Cider Week GR celebrates local cider producers and cideries with seven days of events and activities focused... Read More ›

LaughFest is a fest that is made for all of us, and that is a good thing. We could all use more laughter. The countdown is “on” for the eighth annual Gilda’s LaughFest created by Gilda’s Club Grand... Read More ›

As beer continues to grab the hearts of Grand Rapids locals and visitors, the realization that beer pairs well with food is becoming more and more clear. In fact, Grand Rapids hosts the sixth annual... Read More ›

The weather is warm, the ice cream trucks are circulating, and the kids are home from school – but not for much longer! The end of summer is around the corner, and it’s never too soon to look ahead at... Read More ›

Don't miss out on all the fun coming to Grand Rapids this summer! Check out the Experience Grand Rapids event calendar to keep up with this summer's festivities.... Read More ›

Hard cider lovers rejoice! Grand Rapids, primarily known for its craft beer scene , is devoting a whole week to craft cider. Cider Week GR starts April 17 and is a seven day celebration of the rich... Read More ›

GR Tag Tour If you have a smartphone, you have everything you need to enjoy the GR Tag Tour! The tag tour is a fun, free way to get to know Grand Rapids. Filled with stories, facts, and photos, the... Read More ›