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Explore the Arts
Art Museums
Grand Rapids is home to three top-notch art institutions.
Visual Arts
Outdoor art is inspired with sculptures, murals and architecture throughout...
Grand Rapids Murals
Outdoor walls of art, former ArtPrize entries, commissioned work - all make...
Art Galleries
Local artists ply their trade and sell their work in distinct creative hubs...
Live Music
Concerts, musicals, symphony, opera and festivals.
Performing Arts
Grand Rapids’ passion for creative expression extends to the stage.
Art Events
Jack Hanna’s Into the Wild Live presented by Nationwide
May 3, 2019
Location: Forest Hills Fine Art Center
Broadway Grand Rapids presents Fiddler on the Roof
Oct 8 - Oct 13, 2019
Location: DeVos Performance Hall
FIREBIRD
Oct 18 - Oct 20, 2019
Broadway Grand Rapids presents Disney's The Lion King
Nov 20 - Dec 1, 2019
Location: DeVos Performance Hall
THE NUTCRACKER
Dec 13 - Dec 22, 2019
GR Symphony Presents Old National Bank Cirque de Noel
Dec 18 - Dec 19, 2019
Location: DeVos Performance Hall
ETERNAL DESIRE
Feb 14 - Feb 16, 2020
JUMPSTART 2020
Mar 6 - Mar 8, 2020
Broadway Grand Rapids presents Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
Mar 10 - Mar 15, 2020
Location: DeVos Performance Hall
A MIDSUMMER NIGHT’S DREAM
Apr 24 - May 3, 2020
Broadway Grand Rapids presents Escape to Margaritaville
May 26 - May 31, 2020
Location: DeVos Performance Hall
Ideas to Discover Art in Grand Rapids
Artful Spring Break Ideas for the Whole Family
Spring break is the perfect time to find an art experience in Grand Rapids that will enrich your family’s lives, from paintings and sculptures to dance and music. Take a look at why this area is the
Broadway Grand Rapids Brings Big Productions to Local Stage
Did you know that you can attend world-class Broadway performances right here in Grand Rapids? Why travel to big cities such as New York City or Los Angeles to see top Broadway performers when
UICA Explores Stories of Race in New Exhibit
The Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts (UICA) continues their dedication to artist equity and showing diverse artists with their first new exhibit of 2019, Warm Water: New Works by Charles Edward
Grand Rapids Art Museum Exhibit Explores Sports Photography
Muhammad Ali towers victoriously over the unconscious body of Sonny Liston after a first round knockout on May 25, 1965. Serena Williams focusing intensely as she strains to connect her racket with a
Exhibitions to See with the Whole Family During the Holidays
The holidays certainly are the most wonderful time of the year, especially when it comes to planning an activity for the whole family! Grand Rapids has a variety of interesting activities that family
Gift Shops at Local Attractions
The gift shops in Grand Rapids’ local attractions offer one-of-a-kind items perfect for unique gift giving all year round. If you’re on a tight schedule and don’t have time to tour local attractions
New Local Galleries Bring Together Aspiring & Professional Artists
Within the past two years, six galleries have opened in the Grand Rapids area. Each are finding new ways to support their missions and build appreciation for the arts. Learn more about them here:
Meet Grand Rapids Ballet’s New Artistic Director
There’s possibly no greater cultural tradition for the holidays than seeing The Nutcracker with a talented ballet company. Luckily, the Grand Rapids Ballet is Michigan’s only professional ballet
A Local Singer Takes Center Stage at Opera Grand Rapids
Opera Grand Rapids Artistic Director, Maestro James Meena , is bringing international opera stars to the local opera stage. Opera Grand Rapids attendees can experience big-stage talent, without the
ArtPrize and More Early Fall Festivals
ArtPrize10 will fill the streets of Grand Rapids from September 19 to October 7, 2018, but there are other incredible festivals that take place during the same time! From music, beer, and poetry
What’s In Store for ArtPrize 10
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
Find your Perfect Summer Art Getaway in Grand Rapids
The weather isn’t the only thing to heat up during the summer. As the temperatures begin to increase, Grand Rapids’ art scene also heats up with a surge in art opportunities for locals and visitors
GR Art Scene Forges Relationships with Noted Artists
Mid-sized cities, such as Grand Rapids, are garnering the interest of important artists to make room for new “art playgrounds” throughout the nation. Fact: In March 2018, Art Newspaper listed Grand
Grand Rapids Film Festival Packs Content from Around the Globe into One Animated Weekend
Film is a powerful medium. It holds the potential to enchant viewers by bringing stories to life through dynamic visuals, engrossing sounds, imaginative sets, and thoughtfully-costumed actors. Grand
New Exhibit Features The Great Lakes at the Grand Rapids Art Museum
The Great Lakes are a marvel to almost every Michigander, but, there’s something dark in the water - at least that’s part of the story in the latest exhibit at the Grand Rapids Art Museum (GRAM).
Exhibitions to See with the Whole Family During the Holidays in 2017
The holidays certainly are the most wonderful time of the year, especially when it comes to planning an activity for the whole family! Grand Rapids has a variety of interesting activities that family
Let’s Get Cultured, Grand Rapids: Meet cultured.GR
It’s no secret that Grand Rapids is a pretty great place, whether you’re looking to buy a house, sample great microbrews, or explore the arts. A strong economy and relatively low costs of living have
Art Outdoor Project 2016: Artist John VanHouten
In June, five pieces of locally-inspired art were selected as winners from more than 20 submissions in this year’s Art Outdoor Project , held in partnership with the UICA . The Art Outdoor Project
New Shuttle Service for Hotel Guests for ArtPrize 2016
ArtPrize ® Eight, the “radically open international art competition” returns to Grand Rapids September 21 – October 9, and continues to make art accessible to all. This year, Experience Grand Rapids
Art Outdoors Project 2016: Artist Bud Kibby
More than 20 artists submitted entries to this year’s Art Outdoor Project , held in partnership with the UICA . Five of those artists were subsequently selected to have their artwork featured on a
Art Outdoor Project 2016: Artist Ryan Crawley
The Art Outdoor Project, this year held in partnership with the Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts , encourages artists to submit work that represents Grand Rapids in a way that’s meaningful to
Art Outdoor Project 2016 Announces Winning Artists
Some say art is bigger than life and the five selected artists of the Experience Grand Rapids Art Outdoor Project might agree. The recently selected artists will have their work displayed on
Opera Grand Rapids and Kendall College of Art and Design Collaborate on The Student Prince
Opera, fashion, and beer-it’s a thing! At least in the upcoming Opera Grand Rapids production The Student Prince, with costume designs created by Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State
Watch: Video Series Featuring Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park
Grand Rapids is rich in both art and natural beauty, and nowhere is that more evident than at Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park. Watch our new video series to find out more about the new
Unwrap the Season: Celebrate With Art in Grand Rapids
Just because the temperatures are dropping, doesn’t mean the people of Grand Rapids are hunkering down and staying home. We like to be involved and Grand Rapids gives us plenty of options, regardless of the weather. Over the next few weeks, we’ll bring you news on what’s happening around town during the holiday season,…
My Grand Rapids "Art Outdoors" Artist Profile: Nick Nortier
A couple of years ago, artist Nick Nortier was living in a house and he began to think that the edifice looked like a face. “I like to personify things,” he says. “There were a couple of windows
Fourth Annual GRandJazzFest Brings Free Music to Downtown Grand Rapids
Did someone say “Free jazz in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids?” GRandJazzFest did! Presented by DTE Energy Foundation, this two-day jazz spectacular returns August 15 and 16 to Rosa Parks Circle ,
American Quilter’s Society QuiltWeek Returns to Grand Rapids August 12-15
If you enjoy art, craftsmanship and creativity, then American Quilters Society QuiltWeek® at DeVos Place Convention Center in August 12-15 is for you! The show brings creativity, passion and for some
My Grand Rapids "Art Outdoor" Artist Profile: Emily Chilvers
This summer, you’ll see billboards throughout Michigan featuring the artwork of five artists whose work was selected by a juried committee as part of Experience Grand Rapids' “Art Outdoor” campaign .
My Grand Rapids Art Outdoor Artist Profile: Alynn Guerra
The five pieces of art selected by a juried committee for the Grand Rapids "Art Outdoor" Campaign are now on billboards throughout the state. You can see art along several highways through September,
My Grand Rapids Art Outdoors Artist Profile: Maggie Bandstra
Maggie Bandstra is one of five artists whose work was recently selected by a juried panel to be featured on a Michigan billboard this summer. Twenty-seven artists submitted work in response to
My Grand Rapids Art Outdoor Artist Profile: Alex Gilford
Earlier this month, Experience Grand Rapids announced the names of 5 artists whose works will be featured on billboards around the state this summer. A juried panel selected their artwork from over 25
Announcing The Artists Selected To Represent Grand Rapids in the Art Outdoor Campaign!
Grand Rapids is undeniably an art destination. Residents and visitors experience art when we tour Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park , the Grand Rapids Art Museum , and ArtPrize , but there's more
Great Food, Lively Entertainment, and All Kinds of Art: Its Time for Festival
Get ready for three days of fun in downtown Grand Rapids: the 46 th annual Festival of the Arts starts at noon on Friday, June 5 and runs through Sunday, June 7. Streets downtown will be shut down so
Beauty and Tranquility: You'll Find it at Meijer Garden's New Japanese Garden, Opening…
Since April 1995, locals and visitors have flocked to Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park to enjoy both the fantastic, diverse gardens and the beautiful sculptures and exhibits. Beginning June
10 Things You Never Knew About Greater Grand Rapids
Everyone has heard about how Grand Rapids is Furniture City, the home of Amway and Meijer, and the land of cyclopean church buildings. However, quite a diverse mix of attractions has been added to
Get Ready to be Wowed by the Creativity and Performers in LiveArts
Friday, April 24 at 8:00 p.m., you can experience LiveArts at the Van Andel Arena. It's an incredibly collaborative production filled with creative elements that are sure to inspire you, surprise you,
You'll be Dazzled by the 1000 Students Involved in LiveArts
The Grand Rapids Symphony has a rich history of reaching out to kids through engaging programs like their annual Lollipop concerts, which my kids attended and loved for years, and the Fifth Grade
Museums, Arts and More: Cultural Events You Wont Want to Miss This Spring
Grand Rapids Public Museum As the weather heats up, so is the arts and culture scene in Grand Rapids. This spring the city is boasting several events you definitely won't want to miss! For
2015 Inaugural DisArt Festival
Grand Rapids is known for an abundance of ART. ArtPrize , the radically open art competition every fall, has put our museums on the map, but other events like Festival of the Arts have generated a
Why you wont want to miss LiveArts: Its a moment that lasts beyond the moment.
On April 24 th at 8:00 pm an event is taking place at the Van Andel Arena that you absolutely don't want to miss. That night you can immerse yourself in an experience called LiveArts , an event unlike
Innovative Collaborations Continue the Growth of Art in Grand Rapids
Great collaborations aren't born, they are developed. And there are few places where that is more evident than through the collaborations occurring right now between Grand Rapids and the art
GRAND Rapids: Looking Forward to 2015!
Happy New Year! Although I can't believe 2014 has come and gone, there are plenty of things to look forward to in 2015. Particularly in Grand Rapids! While you can always check out the calendar of
5 Tips for Families Headed to ArtPrize 2014
Heading to ArtPrize with the family? I've been taking my kids to ArtPrize since it started six years ago- and over the years I have come up with a few tips that will help any family headed to Grand
What's New at ArtPrize 2014
Made of Stars Molly Lucille 2D Photo courtesy of ArtPrize.org The countdown to ArtPrize has officially begun and September 24 will be here before you know it. We've assembled a quick primer to
Insider Tips and Tricks for How to Experience Grand Rapids ArtPrize
Grand Rapids, MI has been home to the international art competition ArtPrize since 2009. For three weeks starting the end of September through the first half of October, Grand Rapids becomes a
AQS Quilt Week Returns to Grand Rapids with the Young Textile Art Challenge
Imagine strolling through displays of beautifully designed juried contest quilts, hanging like something from a royal palace. Then move in your imagination to the next room and take in the visually
The Grand Rapids Film Festival is Almost Here!
Forget about a trip to Cannes: we have our own stellar film festival right here in Grand Rapids! Get ready to view some fantastic flicks at the The Grand Rapids Film Festival , which runs from April
Grand Rapids Spring Arts Preview
Photo courtesy Studio3Twenty While the weather forecast might not indicate spring is on the way, luckily the Grand Rapids arts scene goes by the calendar and new shows, exhibits and experiences
Make Your 2014 Grand Rapids Bucket List!
Its almost 2014 already! If you're not into making resolutions, or if you're sick of continuously abandoning them by February, this year try making a "bucket list" - a list of activities or events
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