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Holiday Inn

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Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown, 2021.

The headquarter hotel, the Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown

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Flights of Flavor Burger flight at Railtown Brewing Company

Flights of Flavor

Flights of Flavor are unique food and/or drink pairings that let you sample multiple flavors at once. You'll find them at some of the area's best restaurants and breweries - and you'll get rewarded for trying them!

Award-Winning Beer & Craft Beverages

USA Today has saluted Grand Rapids as America’s Best Beer City and Craft Beverage Capitol, thanks to our 80+ breweries, distilleries, cideries, wineries, meaderies and coffee roasters.

Farm-to-Table Dining

Named one of America’s top 20 foodie cities, Grand Rapids is home to one of the world’s best growing regions and one of the nation’s top culinary schools – a delectable combination!

Fantastic Family Fun

Often hailed as one of the best places in America to raise a family, Grand Rapids is also a great place to bring the family along on a convention trip. Activities for every age and interest!

Abundant Outdoor Recreation

Picture-perfect beaches. 30+ golf courses. Miles and miles of hiking and biking trails. Dozens of lakes and rivers. And it’s all just minutes from the downtown convention neighborhood.

Art & Culture

The largest public art event on the planet, the world’s #1 sculpture park, seven museums and professional ballet, opera, symphony and theater companies – creativity flourishes here!

Nightlife

Our downtown convention neighborhood includes a dazzling array of after-dark diversions – live-music venues, comedy clubs, sports bars, outdoor concerts and movies, and more.

Incredible Lakeshore

One of the world’s top 25 shorelines (per Travel + Leisure) is just 30-45 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. Crystal-clear waters, sugar-sand beaches and glorious sunsets!

Getting to and Around Grand Rapids

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport was named the best in North America for its size a few years ago – and recent multimillion-dollar renovations have made it even better.

The Grand River is one of several great places to fish in Kent County.

Grand River Coho Salmon Fishing

The Grand River is one of several great places to fish in Kent County.

Grand River Coho Salmon Fishing

Family hiking in the forest at Aman Park.

Off the Beaten Path: 10 Fall Hikes and Trails Around Grand Rapids

Civic Auditorium

Step Back in Time with Historical Grand Rapids Buildings

A plate of Brewery Vivant's duck nachos and a pint of beer.

The Local’s Guide to the Best Nachos in Grand Rapids

Gun Lake Casino - Exterior

Gun Lake Casino

Kids playing at Deer Track Junction

Family-Friendly Things to Do with Kids in Grand Rapids

Aerial Top View of Studio Park, 2021.

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

plated meals at local Grand Rapids restaurant, Luna.

Locals' Guide to Grand Rapids' Taco Scene

For her work, <i>Ecliptic</i>, Lin deftly combined art and architecture.

Iconic Public Art Spots in Downtown Grand Rapids

Ah-Nab-Awen Park Looking to the Skyline, 2022

Sunday and Monday Dining in Downtown Grand Rapids

Tacos, Bori Balls, and Craft Beer

Locals’ Guide to Breweries with Great Food

GR Boat Launches #3

Plenty of Places to Launch in Grand Rapids

Downtown Dog Park by Founders Brewing Company

Dog-Friendly Spots in Grand Rapids

Fallasburg Covered Bridge

Fall Color Tour

Red Panda exhibit at John Ball Zoo.

Visit John Ball Zoo's Red Pandas & More

Apple picking at Bloks Orchard

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

Fun Fact: Red light is used to keep your eyes in night mode since it’s not as harsh as white or yellow light.

Veen Observatory: A Hidden Gem in The Grand Rapids Area

Experiencing the Blandford Nature Center

FAQ About Blandford Nature Center

Main with backpack biking on White Pine Trail

Explore Greater Grand Rapids: Bike the White Pine Trail

Family Bowling at Spectrum Entertainment Complex

Fun Places to Go Bowling

Beer City Eats Host AB

Beer City Eats: Interview With Host Adrian Butler

Stop by Sweet Yo's downtown location to grab a sweet treat with the family.

Locals’ Guide to Frozen Yogurt Shops in Grand Rapids

Located in the heart of Grand Rapids near Rosa Parks Circle, GRAM on the Green is held on the Grand Rapids Public Museum's Terrace

Five Facts About Maya Lin, the Artist of Ecliptic

Family experiencing the Butterflies are Blooming Exhibition at the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.

Education Experiences

The Comedy Project - After Dark Mural Side Shot, 2020

Grand Rapid Murals: West Side

The Beer City Brewsader Passport mobile app

Grand RAPPids: Apps to Help Make Your Visit Awesome

A flight of ice cream scoops

Locals’ Guide to Grand Rapids Ice Cream Shops

Bring your picnic to John Collins Park to hammock, watch boats and paddlers, and enjoy the large, grassy park.

Perfect Picnic Places in Grand Rapids

There's no shortage of fun to be had in Grand Haven, or any of West Michigan's beach towns.

Maritime History

Brewsaders at Harmony Hall

Beer City Brewsader Passport App

National Waffle Day and Flights of Flavor photoshoot at Social Misfits, 2023

Local’s Guide to Weekend Brunch in Grand Rapids

Two people kayaking down the Grand River.

Paddling Grand Rapids: So Much Water, So Many Choices

Calder Plaza is home to many festivals and community events throughout the year, including the African American Art & Musical Festival. Here the plaza is part of the Festival of the Arts.

Grand Rapids: An Artful Community

Michigan's Adventure Rollercoaster

Adventure Vacations

Two People Canoeing

Guide to Canoeing in and Around Grand Rapids

Donuts at Rise Authentic Baking Co. in Grand Rapids, MI

Local's Guide to Grand Rapids Donut Scene

Find live performances throughout downtown Grand Rapids during the festival.

Music Festivals in Grand Rapids

Enjoy delicious food in the shadow of La Grande Vitesse during Kickin' It At Calder

Sculptures & Historic Buildings

Meyer May House

Historic Homes

Beer City Pint Glass

Celebrating 10 Years of Beer City USA

Throwing Axes at Target Axe Throwing In Grand Rapids, MI

Adventure Abounds in Grand Rapids

Playing at the beach - Top Flight Family

Beaches that Make a Great Day Trip from Grand Rapids

Holland - Big Red - Lighthouse. Pedestrian access to Big Red is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays to local residents from Memorial Day to Labor Day.

West Michigan Lighthouses

Sixth Street Bridge

Bridges

Downtown Market offers cooking classes for all ages and skill levels!

Grand Rapids Cooking Classes

Two hands holding potatoes at the Downtown Market in Grand Rapids

Taste West Michigan with these Farmers Markets

Enjoying the lake in a retro boat.

Six Day Trip Destinations from Grand Rapids

Bring your picnic to John Collins Park to hammock, watch boats and paddlers, and enjoy the large, grassy park.

Reeds Lake Bike Route

Pickleball court

Grand Rapids is a Midwest Hub for Pickleball

Angler holding a steelhead in the Grand River

Beginner’s Guide to Fishing in Grand Rapids

People at the entrance to the John Ball Zoo

John Ball Zoo Offers Summer Learning Opportunities for the Whole Family

Staged food photography

The Great Burger Round-Up: Grand Rapids’ Must-Try Burger Spots

Grand Rapids Soul Club

Where to Find Vinyl Records in GR

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum- River View from above centered

Heritage Tour

Lots of biking trails run through and around Grand Rapids.

5 Bike Routes Through Riverside Park and Monroe North Area

Flowers at Horrocks Market

Greenhouses and Markets in the Grand Rapids Area

Downtown Skyline with Golden Hues and Moon, 2021

Top 10 Reasons to Visit

Inside View of Brewery Vivant

Grand Rapids Breweries with Interesting History and Historic Features

Friends at a Outdoor Patio

Grand Rapids Area Outdoor Dining Spaces

Fulton Street Farmer's Market

Countryside Tour

Road riding around Reeds Lake

Road Biking

Bikers cycling through Downtown Grand Rapids along the river

Bike Grand Rapids: West Side to Uptown and Back Again

Rosa Parks Circle alive with a festival, Summer 2019. Cityscape view with the three AHC Hospitality hotels.

20 Fun and FREE Things to do in Grand Rapids

Skyline: 2019. Showcases convention center and downtown hotels off of the Grand River. Developments on the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel roof.

Downtown Walking Tour

Wax Poetic Candle

Crafting Candles at Wax Poetic Candle Bar

Mountain biking trail

Hit the Trails with West Michigan’s Mountain Biking Guide

Mascots for the West Michigan Whitecaps

West Michigan Whitecaps: Your Summer Tradition

A guy and girl fishing in a boat, on a river in grand rapids

Grand Rapids Waters Offer Plenty of Opportunity

Golf photoshoot at Pilgrim's Run, shot by Nick Irwin 2023

Grand Rapids’ Golf Scene Has Something for Everyone

Friends at Knoop Rooftop In Grand Rapids, MI

Rooftop Bars in Grand Rapids

City Built Brewing Co. is setting standards high with its craft beer selection combined with Puerto-Rican food from family recipes.

Women Crafting the Beverage Industry in Grand Rapids

Father and Daughter Exploring the Grand Rapids Public Museum.

FAQ About Grand Rapids Public Museum

Children's Museum Dad and Daughter

FAQ About Grand Rapids Children's Museum

Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM)

FAQ About Grand Rapids Art Museum

Grand Rapids African American Art Museum (GRAAMA)

FAQ About GR African American Museum

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