East Grand Rapids Harvest & Beer Festival Returns

Families enjoying the East Grand Rapids Harvest Festival with food trucks and children's activities.

News Summary

The East Grand Rapids Harvest & Beer Festival is set for October 18 in Gaslight Village. This event, now in its second year, offers free admission, tasting tickets, kids’ activities, and live music, providing a delightful day for families while supporting community charities.

East Grand Rapids

The East Grand Rapids Harvest & Beer Festival is scheduled to take place on Saturday, October 18, in Gaslight Village. This year marks the festival’s second annual occurrence and aims to provide a fun-filled day for all attendees.

Event Details

The festival will be open to the public from noon to 6 p.m. and features free admission. Guests can purchase tasting tickets to sample a variety of offerings. Tasting ticket pricing is set as follows:

  • $20 for six tickets
  • $30 for twelve tickets
  • $150 for a one-person VIP experience, which includes 12 taste tickets
  • $250 for a two-person VIP experience, including 20 taste tickets

Activities and Entertainment

The festival will include a range of kids’ activities, such as a mechanical bull, carnival games, pumpkin painting, and scarecrow building, ensuring a family-friendly atmosphere.

For entertainment, live music performances will take place throughout the day, featuring regional bands that promise to enhance the festival vibe.

Food and Beverage Offerings

Participants can look forward to a diverse selection of food options from various food trucks, as well as walkable offerings from favored restaurants in Gaslight Village. The festival will showcase more than 10 local breweries, two Michigan wineries, and select canned spirits, providing ample tasting opportunities for adult attendees.

Community Focus

All proceeds generated from the festival will benefit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of West Michigan, highlighting the event’s commitment to giving back to the community.

Volunteers are encouraged to participate, including opportunities suitable for teens looking to engage with the community while enjoying the festival atmosphere.

Additional Information

More information about the festival, including updates and details, can be found on the East Grand Rapids Harvest & Beer Festival Facebook event page.

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