Holiday & Seasonal
Seasonal and holiday family fun
Fire Truck Parade
Watch 50+ fire trucks parade down 8th Street during Fire Safety Week in early October.
Walker Pumpkin Bash
Inaugural fall kickoff with pumpkin fun at Walker Community Park.
The Great Pumpkin Train 2026
A beloved fall tradition—ride a themed train and pick pumpkins at Coopersville and Marne Railway Company.
Walker Pumpkin Bash
Fall fun celebrating pumpkins and Halloween season at Walker Community Park.
Fall Frenzy at Adventure Point
Fall-themed family fun day with activities, games, and seasonal vibes at Adventure Point.
Sixth Annual Halloween Bash
Halloween-themed market event with local artists, makers, and family-friendly activities at Fulton Street.
Boo Bash
Members-only Halloween playtime celebration with spooky fun for all ages.
ZOO GOES BOO
Spooky-themed zoo adventure with Halloween fun across three October weekends.
Kentwood Trunk or Treat
Free Halloween candy walk through decorated car trunks at Kentwood Community Center.
Family Futures' Mini Monsters Trunk-or-Treat
Family-friendly trunk-or-treat with candy and Halloween fun at Garfield Park.
Gilmore Car Museum's Trunk or Treat
Safe Halloween trick-or-treating from decorated cars at Gilmore Car Museum.
Trunk or Treat
Halloween afternoon of trick-or-treating and family fun with local real estate team.
Boo at the Barn
Halloween fun at a petting farm with seasonal activities and animal encounters.
Ada Village Pumpkin Prowl 2026
Spooky trick-or-treating event in Ada Village with thousands of costumed kids celebrating Halloween.
Sparta Scare on the Square
Morning trick-or-treating and community gathering in downtown Sparta.
Merchants of the Macabre Oddities Market
Quirky Halloween oddities & curiosities market at Downtown Market — taxidermy, skeletal decor & unusual vendors.
Halloween Candy Walk
Walk through Halloween-decorated gardens collecting candy at Everett's Gardens.
Zombie Dash 5k
Race through downtown Grand Rapids as zombies chase you in this Halloween-themed 5K with a fun twist.
Not-So-Spooky Boo Bash
Halloween family fun at Holland Ice Park with costumes, games, and festive activities.
Grand Rapids Spooktacular Craft & Vendor Market
Halloween craft vendors and seasonal shopping at Tanger Outlets.
Rock The Lot Trunk-or-Treat
Halloween trunk-or-treat with music and costumes at School of Rock.
Downtown Holland Trick-Or-Treating
Kids trick-or-treat in costume through Downtown Holland on Halloween morning.
LaFontaine Ford Trick n Treat
Indoor trick-or-treating and Halloween crafts at a local Ford dealership.
Trunk-or-Treat for Lead Defeat
Free trunk-or-treat event with educational booths about lead safety and prevention.
Zeeland's Trick or Treat
Halloween trick-or-treat on Main Street with cider, donuts, and photo ops in downtown Zeeland.
Deep Roots Trunk or Treat
Free trunk-or-treat event at a local produce farm with expanded hours to ease crowding.
Trunk or Treat en el Barrio
Free community trunk-or-treat celebration returning to the neighborhood on October 30th.
Grand Valley Trunk of Treat and Chili Cookoff
Trunk-or-treat and chili cookoff at a local LDS church, combining Halloween fun with food.
Grand Valley Trunk or Treat and Chili Cookoff
Trunk-or-treat and chili cookoff at a family-friendly fall celebration.
Hallowee-Ones: Parade and Programming at Meijer Gardens
Family Halloween parade and activities at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park.
Merchants and Makers Holiday Market
Shop local vendors and artisans at this outdoor holiday market on Fulton Street.
Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime - Ottawa Hills Branch
Roar into November with dino-themed stories and dancing at the library's Dinovember celebration.
Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime - Seymour Branch
Little dino fans groove to dino-themed music and hear roaring-good stories at the library.
Merchants and Makers Holiday Shoppe
7th annual holiday craft market with 80+ vendors, giveaways, and make-and-take projects.
Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime - Van Belkum Branch
Little dino fans groove to dino-themed music and hear roaring-good stories at the library.
Pentatonix
A cappella sensation Pentatonix sings holiday favorites on their Christmas in the City Tour.
Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime - Yankee Clipper Branch
Little dino fans groove to dino-themed music and hear roaring-good stories at the library.
Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime - Main Library
Little dino fans groove to dino-themed music and hear roaring-good stories at the library.
EMBELLISH: I HEARD THE BELLS ON CHRISTMAS DAY
Handbell ensemble performs an inspiring Christmas concert at Trinity Lutheran Church.
Gr Santa Parade 2026
Grand Rapids' beloved holiday parade featuring Santa, floats, and festive cheer downtown.
Holiday Open House
Downtown Holland's annual holiday celebration with festive shopping and seasonal cheer.
Dinovember Dance Party & Storytime - West Leonard Branch
Little dino fans groove to dino-themed music and hear roaring-good stories at the library.
Crane Orchards Light Show
Dazzling light show at Crane Orchards in Fennville.
Cirque Dreams Holidaze (Touring)
Cirque-style acrobatic spectacle with a holiday twist—dazzling feats and festive magic at DeVos Hall.
Santa's Holiday Markets
Holiday shopping market with handmade goods and local artisan treasures perfect for gift hunters.
Zeeland's Magical Christmas Parade
Annual Christmas tree lighting parade in downtown Zeeland kicks off the holiday season.
Dutch Winterfest
Seasonal festival celebrating Dutch holiday traditions with festive events.
Tinsels, Treats, & Trolleys
Holiday magic in Ada: bridge lighting, Santa's village, trolley rides & live reindeer.
Downtown Holland Parade of Lights
Santa arrives in a parade with 80+ floats and marching groups downtown.
Mannheim Steamroller
Mannheim Steamroller's electrifying Christmas tour brings holiday magic to DeVos Performance Hall.
Festival of Trees at Ada Village 2026
Month-long festive display with 50 decorated trees transforms Ada Legacy Park into a holiday wonderland.
Christmas Together
Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith & CeCe Winans bring 'Christmas Together' tour to Van Andel Arena.
Sparkle! 2026
Frederik Meijer Gardens transforms into a dazzling winter wonderland with lights and holiday magic.
Feel the Zeel of Christmas
Downtown Zeeland's charming Christmas celebration with festive family fun.
Tinsel, Treats & Trolleys
Holiday event with bridge lighting, Santa's village, and trolley rides.
Tinsels, Treats, & Trolleys
Holiday tradition with Santa's Village, trolley rides, bridge lighting, and treats throughout Ada.
Magic at the Mill
Illuminated holiday event with lights and festive cheer at Windmill Island.
Holiday Pops Presented by Meijer
Family holiday tradition with Bob Bernhardt, popular songs & yuletide cheer.
Jeff Allen - Christmas Tour 2026
All-ages Christmas comedy tour with Jeff Allen at The Intersection.
Sinterklaas at the Museum
Meet Sinterklaas and explore Dutch Christmas traditions at this festive museum visit.
Downtown Holland Strolling Santa
Meet Santa on Saturday afternoons for holiday shopping and photos.
Santa Parade
Annual Christmas parade in Ada with Santa meet-and-greet at the fire station.
Holidays on the Farm
Illuminated historic farm with trails, holiday lights, and festive activities.
The Nutcracker
The timeless ballet 'The Nutcracker' returns to DeVos Performance Hall for the holiday season.
For King + Country
Contemporary Christian duo For King + Country perform their Christmas Tour at Van Andel Arena.
Winter Wonderland
Members-only winter celebration with festive playtime and holiday cheer.
The Mupput Christmas Carol - GR Symphony
Grand Rapids Symphony brings The Muppet Christmas Carol to life in concert with live film at DeVos Performance Hall.
VOXMAS 2026: A CHRISTMAS CAROL
Vox GR Choral Ensemble performs their annual Christmas Carol concert in December.
Happy Noon Year! - Main Library
Families celebrate the new year early with daytime Noon Year's Eve festivities at the library.
Happy Noon Year! - Ottawa Hills Branch
Families celebrate the new year early with daytime Noon Year's Eve festivities at the library.
Happy Noon Year! - Van Belkum Branch
Families celebrate the new year early with daytime Noon Year's Eve festivities at the library.
Happy Noon Year! - West Leonard Branch
Families celebrate the new year early with daytime Noon Year's Eve festivities at the library.
Happy Noon Year! - Seymour Branch
Families celebrate the new year early with daytime Noon Year's Eve festivities at the library.
Happy Noon Year! - Yankee Clipper Branch
Families celebrate the new year early with daytime Noon Year's Eve festivities at the library.