Grand Rapids Events
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Grand Rapids Leaders Seek Urgent Action on School Aid Budget
News Summary As the deadline looms for the 2026 fiscal year budget, community leaders in Grand Rapids are urging immediate action on the stalled school aid budget. The failure to...
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Celebrates 30 Years
News Summary Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids is celebrating its 30th anniversary with new exhibitions and events. The park, known for its expansive gardens and art...
Fork Fest to Celebrate Local Businesses in Grand Rapids
News Summary Fork Fest is set to take place at City Built Brewing Company, aiming to connect consumers, food lovers, and entrepreneurs through culinary exploration. Attendees can sample local food...
ArtPrize Returns to Grand Rapids with Over 900 Entries
News Summary ArtPrize, an international art competition, will return to Grand Rapids, showcasing over 1,100 artists and 900 entries from September 18 to October 4. With $400,000 in prize money...
ArtPrize 2025 Set to Transform Grand Rapids
News Summary Grand Rapids will host ArtPrize 2025 from September 18 to October 4, turning the city into a vibrant showcase of creativity. The event features contributions from over 1,100...
New Sunday Jazz Jams Launch at SpeakEZ Lounge
News Summary Tommy Pancy is set to launch a new series of Sunday Jazz Jams at SpeakEZ Lounge in Grand Rapids. The inaugural session will feature a performance by the...
Michigan Schools Face Budget Uncertainty Ahead of Deadline
News Summary As the September 30 deadline approaches, Michigan schools are facing financial uncertainty due to delays in budget approval by lawmakers. Educators and community leaders express concerns about the...
Grand Rapids Considers Single Hauler Trash Collection System
News Summary Grand Rapids is evaluating a single hauler trash collection system for single-family homes and small multi-unit buildings. The proposal, aimed at reducing environmental impacts and streamlining services, includes...
Bootstrap Boys Launch Heavy Hearts Honky-Tonk Tour
News Summary The Bootstrap Boys are kicking off their ‘Heavy Hearts Honky-Tonk’ tour in Grand Rapids. This tour is especially significant as it is their first without guitarist Nick Alexander,...
Community
Grand Rapids Leaders Seek Urgent Action on School Aid Budget
News Summary As the deadline looms for the 2026 fiscal year budget, community leaders in Grand Rapids are urging immediate action on the stalled school aid budget. The failure to...
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park Celebrates 30 Years
News Summary Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park in Grand Rapids is celebrating its 30th anniversary with new exhibitions and events. The park, known for its expansive gardens and art...
Fork Fest to Celebrate Local Businesses in Grand Rapids
News Summary Fork Fest is set to take place at City Built Brewing Company, aiming to connect consumers, food lovers, and entrepreneurs through culinary exploration. Attendees can sample local food...
ArtPrize 2025 Set to Transform Grand Rapids
News Summary Grand Rapids will host ArtPrize 2025 from September 18 to October 4, turning the city into a vibrant showcase of creativity. The event features contributions from over 1,100...
New Sunday Jazz Jams Launch at SpeakEZ Lounge
News Summary Tommy Pancy is set to launch a new series of Sunday Jazz Jams at SpeakEZ Lounge in Grand Rapids. The inaugural session will feature a performance by the...
Michigan Schools Face Budget Uncertainty Ahead of Deadline
News Summary As the September 30 deadline approaches, Michigan schools are facing financial uncertainty due to delays in budget approval by lawmakers. Educators and community leaders express concerns about the...
Grand Rapids Considers Single Hauler Trash Collection System
News Summary Grand Rapids is evaluating a single hauler trash collection system for single-family homes and small multi-unit buildings. The proposal, aimed at reducing environmental impacts and streamlining services, includes...
Grand Rapids Community Embraces Trinket Trade Initiative
News Summary A new community initiative in Grand Rapids, called the ‘Trinket Trade,’ is creating joy among local children by encouraging a toy exchange. Crafted by local resident Devin Schindler,...
Enchanted Woods Fantasy Faire and Fae Ball Returns
News Summary This September, Byron Center will host the Enchanted Woods Fantasy Faire and Fae Ball for its second year. Originally known as the Enchanted Grove: Court of the Fae,...
Concerts
New Sunday Jazz Jams Launch at SpeakEZ Lounge
News Summary Tommy Pancy is set to launch a new series of Sunday Jazz Jams at SpeakEZ Lounge in Grand Rapids. The inaugural session will feature a performance by the...
Bootstrap Boys Launch Heavy Hearts Honky-Tonk Tour
News Summary The Bootstrap Boys are kicking off their ‘Heavy Hearts Honky-Tonk’ tour in Grand Rapids. This tour is especially significant as it is their first without guitarist Nick Alexander,...
Grand Rapids Celebrates a Weekend of Music and Festivals
News Summary The first weekend of September brought a vibrant celebration of live music and regional festivals across West Michigan, particularly in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. The Eastown Streetfair featured...
St. Cecilia Music Center Announces Acoustic Café Folk Series
News Summary The St. Cecilia Music Center in Grand Rapids is launching its Acoustic Café Folk Series, featuring The Milk Carton Kids as the opening act. The series, which commences...
The Milk Carton Kids Perform in Michigan
News Summary The Milk Carton Kids, a renowned indie-folk duo, are performing in Michigan this week. With a sold-out show in Ann Arbor and an upcoming concert in Grand Rapids,...
Grand Rapids Symphony Launches 96th Season with Beethoven’s Ninth
News Summary The Grand Rapids Symphony is set to launch its 96th season with an exceptional performance of Beethoven’s Ninth Symphony on September 12 and 13. Featuring the Grand Rapids...
Grand Rapids Welcomes Nate Bargatze’s World Tour
News Summary Grammy and Emmy-nominated comedian Nate Bargatze will perform in Grand Rapids as part of his extensive ‘Big Dumb Eyes World Tour’ on August 1, 2026. This show, held...
Pierre Bensusan Celebrates 50 Years in Music with Tour
News Summary French jazz guitarist Pierre Bensusan is celebrating half a century of musical achievement with a North American tour titled ‘One Guitar, One Voice.’ Following performances in Europe and...
The Crane Wives Celebrate Hometown Love at Frederik Meijer Gardens
News Summary The Crane Wives, a Grand Rapids-based indie alt-rock and folk band, returned to their roots with their largest headlining show at Frederik Meijer Gardens. The concert featured a...
Festivals
Fork Fest to Celebrate Local Businesses in Grand Rapids
News Summary Fork Fest is set to take place at City Built Brewing Company, aiming to connect consumers, food lovers, and entrepreneurs through culinary exploration. Attendees can sample local food...
ArtPrize Returns to Grand Rapids with Over 900 Entries
News Summary ArtPrize, an international art competition, will return to Grand Rapids, showcasing over 1,100 artists and 900 entries from September 18 to October 4. With $400,000 in prize money...
ArtPrize 2025 Set to Transform Grand Rapids
News Summary Grand Rapids will host ArtPrize 2025 from September 18 to October 4, turning the city into a vibrant showcase of creativity. The event features contributions from over 1,100...
New Sunday Jazz Jams Launch at SpeakEZ Lounge
News Summary Tommy Pancy is set to launch a new series of Sunday Jazz Jams at SpeakEZ Lounge in Grand Rapids. The inaugural session will feature a performance by the...
Enchanted Woods Fantasy Faire and Fae Ball Returns
News Summary This September, Byron Center will host the Enchanted Woods Fantasy Faire and Fae Ball for its second year. Originally known as the Enchanted Grove: Court of the Fae,...
ArtPrize Festival Set to Transform Grand Rapids
News Summary Grand Rapids will host the 16th annual ArtPrize festival from September 18 to October 4, showcasing creativity and public art across various venues. The kickoff celebration on September...
Grand Rapids Celebrates a Weekend of Music and Festivals
News Summary The first weekend of September brought a vibrant celebration of live music and regional festivals across West Michigan, particularly in Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. The Eastown Streetfair featured...
Grand Rapids Public Museum Unveils Clapp Family Mastodon Exhibit
News Summary The Grand Rapids Public Museum will unveil the Clapp Family Mastodon exhibit, showcasing remains of a prehistoric mastodon discovered in 2022. The exhibit provides insights into the life...
Grand Rapids Community College Kicks Off Fall Semester
News Summary Grand Rapids Community College launched its fall semester with the ‘Rise Up and Achieve’ event, welcoming over 100 students and introducing diverse opportunities at the Woodrick Center. The...
Sports
LIV Golf Revokes Media Credentials of Michigan Golf Broadcaster
News Summary LIV Golf has revoked the media credentials of Bill Hobson, host of ‘Michigan Golf Live,’ ahead of the team championship at The Cardinal. This decision followed a podcast...
LIV Golf Revokes Credential of Michigan Media Member
News Summary LIV Golf has revoked the media credential of Bill Hobson, a prominent Michigan golf media host, following his controversial podcast interview with ex-player Pat Perez. Hobson’s questions about...
Michigan Considers Year-Round Coyote Hunting Season
News Summary The Michigan Department of Natural Resources is moving towards potentially implementing a year-round coyote hunting season due to concerns over increasing coyote populations affecting agriculture and wildlife. An...
Michigan and Western Michigan to Play Historic Game in Germany
News Summary The University of Michigan and Western Michigan University will kick off the 2026 college football season with a groundbreaking game in Frankfurt, Germany. Scheduled for August 29, this...
University of Michigan to Open 2026 Season in Germany
News Summary The University of Michigan Football program will kick off its 2026 season against Western Michigan at Deutsche Bank Park in Frankfurt, Germany, marking a historic first for both...
Jim Harbaugh Named in Class-Action Lawsuit Over Student Safety
News Summary Former University of Michigan head football coach Jim Harbaugh is implicated in a class-action lawsuit involving allegations against his former assistant, Matt Weiss, for illegally accessing student accounts...
Jim Harbaugh Added to Lawsuit Over Hacking Allegations
News Summary Los Angeles Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh has been added as a defendant in a class-action lawsuit filed by 11 female students alleging hacking incidents by former Michigan offensive...
Michigan Wolverines Secure Commitment from Four-Star Tackle
News Summary The Michigan Wolverines football program has landed a significant commitment from four-star offensive tackle Malakai Lee, who announced his decision during a live conference. Standing at 6’6″ and...
Record Lake Trout Caught in Lake Michigan
News Summary An angler in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, made headlines by catching a remarkable record lake trout measuring 35 inches and weighing 16 pounds. What sets this fish apart is its...
Holidays
Grand Rapids Welcomes Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Holiday Show
News Summary The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is set to perform two holiday shows at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, featuring their production ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’ as part of...
Labor Day Weekend Closures and Events in Grand Rapids
News Summary The City of Grand Rapids has announced closures and schedule changes for Labor Day weekend. City offices, libraries, and waste sites will be closed, while many city services...
Grand Rapids Officials Warn Residents About Fireworks Safety
News Summary As Labor Day nears, Grand Rapids officials caution residents about the risks associated with fireworks amid dry conditions. With potential fire hazards, residents are advised to handle unexploded...
Trisha Yearwood to Perform Holiday Concert with Grand Rapids Symphony
News Summary Trisha Yearwood, a celebrated country music star, will grace the stage for a holiday concert alongside the Grand Rapids Symphony. This eagerly awaited event will occur at DeVos...
Grand Rapids Christkindl Markt to Kick Off Holiday Festivities
News Summary The third annual Christkindl Markt in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is set to enchant visitors with 26 days of holiday cheer from November 19 to December 23. This year’s...
West Michigan Celebrates Independence Day with Festivities
News Summary West Michigan communities are preparing for a vibrant Independence Day celebration on July 4. A variety of events including parades, fireworks, and live music will occur throughout the...
East Grand Rapids Celebrates Independence Day with Festivities
News Summary East Grand Rapids hosted a festive celebration for Independence Day at Reeds Lake, featuring a lively parade, thrilling water ski performances, and a spectacular fireworks show. The event...
Grand Rapids Announces Changes for July 4th Fireworks Celebration
News Summary Grand Rapids is gearing up for an enhanced Independence Day celebration, with a spectacular fireworks display set for July 5th at 10:30 PM. This year’s event features live...
Grand Rapids Celebrates Independence Day with Fireworks
News Summary Grand Rapids, Michigan, will celebrate Independence Day with a free fireworks display at Ah-Nab-Awen Park on July 5. The event begins at 6 p.m. with food and activities,...
Theater
Grand Rapids Welcomes Trans-Siberian Orchestra’s Holiday Show
News Summary The Trans-Siberian Orchestra is set to perform two holiday shows at Van Andel Arena in Grand Rapids, featuring their production ‘The Ghosts of Christmas Eve’ as part of...
The Book of Mormon Makes Michigan Debut in Grand Rapids
News Summary Grand Rapids will host the acclaimed musical The Book of Mormon at the DeVos Performance Hall, marking its first appearance in Michigan. From November 4 to November 9,...
Hamilton Returns to Grand Rapids for Limited Engagement
News Summary Grand Rapids will host the hit Broadway musical Hamilton from July 22 to August 3, 2025. Tickets go on sale March 27, 2025. Prices range from $10 to...
Taylor Tomlinson Set to Perform in Grand Rapids
News Summary Renowned comedian Taylor Tomlinson will perform in Grand Rapids, Michigan, from December 11 to December 13, 2023, at Fountain Street Church. This series includes her stand-up special taping...
Taylor Tomlinson to Film New Comedy Special in Grand Rapids
News Summary Comedian Taylor Tomlinson will film her latest Netflix special, ‘Look At You,’ at Fountain Street Church in Grand Rapids. This event is part of her ‘Save Me’ tour,...
Kevin Hart Cancels Performances in Grand Rapids
News Summary Kevin Hart’s performances at DeVos Performance Hall in Grand Rapids on June 7 have been canceled, disappointing many fans who eagerly anticipated the shows. Ticketmaster notified ticket holders...
Weekend Events in Grand Rapids: May 3-4
News Summary Grand Rapids is hosting a fun-filled weekend from May 3-4, featuring a diverse array of events including theater performances, art exhibits, cultural celebrations, and family-friendly activities. This weekend...
Join the Theater Thrills with ‘Clue: Live on Stage’ in Grand Rapids
News Summary Get ready for an unforgettable evening in Grand Rapids as ‘Clue: Live on Stage’ arrives at the DeVos Performance Hall from March 4 to March 9, 2025. This...
