The Insider's Guide to Grand Rapids
Your Kid-Free Fall Weekend Itinerary for Your GR Getaway
Fall is a beautiful time to visit West Michigan. The air is crisp, the skies are blue, and the trees are decked with brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges. It’s also the time of year that outdoor art
Your Itinerary for a Fall Kid-Friendly Weekend in GR
One of the many wonderful things about Grand Rapids is that when summer gives way to fall, you can truly feel and see it. As the seasons change, so do the events and activities the city has to offer.
Visit the John Ball Zoo's Red Pandas & More
For more than 125 years, John Ball Zoo has given Grand Rapids locals and visitors of all ages the experience to learn more about animals from around the world. The zoo is home to nearly 2,000 animals
Guide to PROJECT 1 September Events & Happenings
ArtPrize® changed the landscape of the art scene in Grand Rapids when it became the world’s largest open, independently organized international art competition in 2008. Each fall, artists and art
Six Things You Can Find In The North Monroe Area
Following the East bank of the Grand River, the North Monroe Area, once a bustling industrial hub of Grand Rapids, is a now thriving business district offering much for visitors to see and do. The
Five GR Hotel Packages That Beer Lovers Will Enjoy
There are a great number of things that make Grand Rapids a wonderful place to live, work, and play. One of those things is its thriving beer scene and all things related to its craft. Just how
Ideas for Accessible Parks and Trails in Grand Rapids
In Grand Rapids, there are plenty of parks, lakes, and trails to explore for all people - including those with disabilities, according to Elliot Keyes, a volunteer with Disability Advocates of Kent
The Grand Rapids Late Summer & Fall Festival Hot List
Just because autumn is approaching and the summer heat will soon break, doesn’t mean festival season is over. Grand Rapids has plenty of festivals and events to attend as summer draws to an end.
PROJECT 1 Locations: What You Need to Know
ArtPrize®, the world’s largest international art competition, has shifted to a biennial event to make way for a new series of citywide art commissions. The first series, dubbed Project 1: Crossed
Even More Restaurant Week Restaurants Around GR
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of Restaurant Week GR, Experience Grand Rapids is highlighting the restaurants that have participated during all 10 years. As the tastiest week of the year is
10 Years of RWGR in Eastern Kent County
The 10th annual Restaurant Week GR (RWGR) is officially underway in Grand Rapids through August 18, so it’s time to “Taste the City.” RWGR now has more than 70 participants. However, there are a few
10 Years of Downtown Casual Dining for Restaurant Week GR
It’s time to make some lunch and dinner plans because Restaurant Week Grand Rapids (RWGR) is only one week away. From August 7 – 18, more than 70 participating restaurants will offer creative menus
Paddling Grand Rapids: So Much Water, So Many Choices
Grand Rapids has been named America’s Best River Town (Outside Magazine) and one of the country’s Top 10 Beach Towns (National Geographic). So it’s no surprise that the area is a mecca for stand up
10 Years of Downtown Fine Dining for Restaurant Week GR
It’s the tastiest time of the year: the 10th annual Restaurant Week Grand Rapids (RWGR) is officially underway and runs through August 18. There are more than 70 incredible restaurants participating,
15 Fun and FREE Things to do in Grand Rapids
Whoever said nothing in life is free hasn't been to Kent County, Michigan. The greater Grand Rapids area offers a wide variety of no-cost activities to keep you busy throughout the fall. So take out
Local’s Guide to U-Pick Apple Farms & Orchards
Grand Rapids has the best of both worlds – a vibrant city life along with dozens of nearby farms filled with easy-to-pick, delicious fruit. The city’s proximity to the Fruit Ridge, a region northwest
10 Fun Facts About Restaurant Week GR
Did you know, Grand Rapids generates a broader variety of produce than every state, except California? West Michigan is a fantastic growing region! Because it has so many lush regional farms, Grand
Epic Grand Rapids Brunches According to Vegan GR
When it comes to one of the best meals of the week (brunch, of course), Grand Rapids’ vegan food scene is the (non-dairy) cream of the crop. Whether you’re looking for a diner-style spot, a super
Perfect Picnic Places in Grand Rapids
Summer in Grand Rapids is a great time of the year to grab some good food and head outdoors to enjoy it. With so many beautiful parks and outdoor spaces in Grand Rapids to have a picnic, Experience
Veen Observatory: A Hidden Gem in The Grand Rapids Area
In Grand Rapids, you don't have to travel far to escape the lights of the city for dark, starry country skies. About a 25-minute drive from Grand Rapids, in Lowell, amateur astronomers and curious
Five Facts About Maya Lin, the Artist of Ecliptic
What do Grand Rapids and Washington D.C. have in common? They are both home to outdoor sculptural works by world-renowned artist Maya Lin. Lin was relatively unknown at the age of 21 when her design
Every Summer Day is Ice Cream Day in GR
Here’s the scoop: Grand Rapids is the cherry on top of the vibrant West Michigan ice cream scene. Don’t just take our word for it though. Hundreds of locals recently weighed in on some of their
The Grand Rapids Outdoor Summer Music Guide
As the temperatures heat up in Grand Rapids, so does the outdoor concert calendar. Every summer, the local music community brings out its best and brightest, offering a lively and increasingly diverse
Epic Vegan Desserts in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids’ unique dining scene has garnered numerous recognitions, including being named Michigan’s Best Food City by Thrillist. Grand Rapids is home to hundreds of restaurants, many of which offer
Where to Find Juice Bars in Grand Rapids
Looking to add some fruits and veggies to your diet? Grand Rapids is home a few local juice bars that not only serve delicious juices, but also smoothies and snacks, such as antioxidant-rich acai
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