This week
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Make and Takes: Floral Stamped Cards
Craft workshop at Windmill Island Gardens where kids create floral-stamped cards.
Tuesday Tunes, Brad Vredevoogd
Tuesday Tunes, Brad Vredevoogd at New Holland Brewing
Townsend Park: Discovering Owls
Learn all about owls with Blandford Nature Center educators at Townsend Park.
PLC at Work Institute
PLC at Work Institute at DeVos Place
The Association, The Troggs, Jason Scheff, and 5 others
Classic rock acts (The Association, The Troggs) live at 20 Monroe—vintage-pop night.
Great Lakes Brass Presents: A Love Letter to New Orleans - Tuesday Evening Music Club
Spirited New Orleans brass band celebrates culture & tradition at Meijer Gardens Amphitheater.
Phoebe Bridgers Lost Weekend Planetarium Experience
Phoebe Bridgers Lost Weekend Planetarium Experience at Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium
Earring Making Workshop
Design and make your own collection of handmade earrings in this DIY jewelry workshop.
Lansing Lugnuts at West Michigan Whitecaps
Lansing Lugnuts at West Michigan Whitecaps at LMCU Ballpark
Summer Euchre Nights at Oakestown
Summer Euchre Nights at Oakestown at Oakestown Brewery
Hands-On Mushroom Workshop
Hands-on mushroom foraging and cultivation workshop—learn from experts.
Art on a Roll | Apple Carr
Art on a Roll festival in Muskegon with creative activities and exhibits.
ZOMburgers at Zeeland Township Community Day (Drenthe Grove Park)
Zeeland community day with food and activities at Drenthe Grove Park.
Holland- Kids Comic Book Club
Kids' comic book club featuring graphic novels at Herrick District Library.
Tiling Workshop - Trivets or Tray
Design and tile your own decorative trivets or tray in this hands-on craft workshop.
Storytime with Emerson Eggerichs and Joy Eggerichs Reed
Imaginative storytime with a father-daughter author duo at Schuler Books.
Music Bingo- 70s and 80s
Music Bingo- 70s and 80s at CitySen Lounge at CityFlats Hotel
Circus Arts with the Grand Rapids Circus Project
Two-hour circus arts workshop with the Grand Rapids Circus Project at the library's Yankee Clipper branch.
Drone Derby
Learn to pilot drones and compete in Adventure Point's first drone derby event.
Unseen Oceans
Immersive ocean exploration with submersible theatre and interactive marine-life displays.
Planetarium Shows
Immersive planetarium shows exploring space and astronomy for all ages.
Backyard Adventures
Hands-on science exhibit exploring the natural world hiding in backyards and playgrounds.
Create Your Own Farm Flower Bouquet
Harvest and arrange fresh flowers at Blandford Farm with expert guidance.
Sparta Summer Concert Series with Sparta City Church Worship Band
Summer concert in Sparta featuring community worship band.
Music in the Heart: American Heartbreakers
Community concert series featuring American Heartbreakers in Cedar Springs.
Church Sunday School & Youth Summer Camp
Church summer camp and youth programs in Cedar Springs.
Meteors and S'mores
Watch the Perseid meteor shower and roast s'mores at Holland State Park.
Gallery Chat: Landscapes in Art
Guided gallery discussion exploring landscape art with museum members and visitors.
Hudsonville Terra Square Farmer's Market
Weekly Wednesday farmers market at Terra Square with fresh produce and local handmade goods.
Michigan Fiber Festival
Fiber arts festival at Allegan County Fairground with crafts and demonstrations.
Sweet Summer Night Movie
Outdoor movie night at Downtown Zeeland Splash Pad with seating, concessions, and summer fun.
"Beega Gets a Do-Over" Book Party
Children's book party celebration in Grand Rapids.
Chamber 101
Chamber 101 at Grand Rapids Chamber
Stewardship Day at Creekside Park!
Family-friendly volunteer day improving a local park greenspace.
Tunes & Tongs - Ray Townsend
Tunes & Tongs community music event in Dorr featuring Ray Townsend.
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - Beachwalk
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - Beachwalk in Grand Rapids
North Community Fest
Community festival open to families, volunteers, and all visitors.
Live Music at Moonshine
Live Music at Moonshine at Michigan Moonshine
Arts Commission
Arts Commission at Kentwood
2026 Summer Music Series
Evening music series at the farmers market—local live band and outdoor shopping.
Allendale- Pajama Storytime
Thursday storytime in pajamas with stuffed animals at Allendale Township Library.
Summer Youth Art Class - Ages 9-12 - Scratch Art
Scratch art class for kids ages 9–12 in Grand Haven.
An Invisible History - Trailblazing Women of Animation with Author, Historian & Filmmaker - Mindy Johnson"
An Invisible History - Trailblazing Women of Animation with Author, Historian & Filmmaker - Mindy Johnson" at Muskegon Museum of Art
Mat Kearney and Jake Scott
Catch Mat Kearney and Jake Scott in concert at beautiful Frederik Meijer Gardens.
Breakaway Music Festival Michigan - Friday
Multi-day music festival in downtown Grand Rapids; check lineup for family appeal.
August BASH at WGHN
Family-friendly August celebration along Grand Haven's harbor.
Movie in the Park!
Watch a movie under the stars at Avalon Terrace in Grand Rapids.
“The Somm Series” Volume XXXVI: Grand Vin After Dark
“The Somm Series” Volume XXXVI: Grand Vin After Dark in Grand Rapids
Thursdays on the Terrace: Unplugged Craft Night
Free outdoor craft night on the museum terrace — perfect for hands-on creative fun.
Landverhuizers: Dutch Migration
Landverhuizers: Dutch Migration at Holland Museum
Kentwood Summer Concert Series
Kentwood Summer Concert Series
Preston Cooper
Preston Cooper at The Stache at The Intersection
Mat Kearney <h5 style="font-size: 18px; color: #3960ad;"><b>with Jake Scott</b></h5> | Nothing Left to Lose Everything to Gain Tour (SOLD OUT)
Singer-songwriter Mat Kearney performs his radio hits at Frederik Meijer Gardens.
Hudsonville- Move to the Music
Dance and movement class for little ones at Gary Byker Memorial Library.
Safari Day
Safari-themed day at John Ball Zoo with dancers, musicians & character meet-and-greets.
Ian Fidance
Ian Fidance at Dr. Grins Comedy Club
Street Performer Series Block Party
Street performers and block party fun at Holland Civic Center Place.
Downtown Development Authority Meeting
Downtown Development Authority Meeting at Wyoming
TENT SALE by Ball Park Floral
TENT SALE by Ball Park Floral at Ball Park Floral & Gifts
Nature Sensory Experience - Various Days
Sensory-friendlyWalk nature trails with your little one and explore using all five senses at Caledonia Lakeside Park.
Caledonia Lakeside Park: Hike with a Naturalist
Family-friendly naturalist hike led by Blandford Nature Center educators at the park.
Caledonia Lakeside Park: Nature Sensory Experience
Sensory-friendlySensory nature walk for little ones exploring the park through sight, sound, and touch.
GHFF Park Concert Series: Freshwater
Free summer concert in Grand Haven featuring Freshwater band.
Workshop - Cut Flower Bouquet
Cut flower bouquet workshop for kids and families in Kentwood.
Thursdays on the Terrace: Unplugged Night with the Grand Rapids Public Library
Free unplugged music night with Grand Rapids Public Library on Monroe Center.
Sibelius and Mendelssohn: August 13&14
Sibelius and Mendelssohn classical music performance in Saugatuck.
Asamu Johnson & the Associates of the Blues - Kentwood Summer Concert Series – August 13
Free blues concert in Kentwood as part of the summer series.
The Insiders: A Tribute to Tom Petty
Tom Petty tribute band performs at Lowell festival.
Summer Music Series, Keith Scott
Summer Music Series, Keith Scott at New Holland Brewing
Summer Night Series
Summer night music series in Ionia with community performances.
Wyoming Historical Commission
Wyoming Historical Commission
Farm to Table: Sunflower Dinner
Farm-to-table dinner on a working farm with fresh seasonal ingredients.
Guided Shinrin-Yuko: Rest & Reconnect in the Highlands
Guided Shinrin-Yuko: Rest & Reconnect in the Highlands in Grand Rapids
Summer Tent Sale
Browse deals and treasures at a summer tent sale in Grand Rapids.
Grandville Farmers Night Market
Grandville Farmers Night Market
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - Northern Glow
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - Northern Glow in Grand Rapids
Silent Disco at Studio Park Piazza!
Silent Disco at Studio Park Piazza! in Grand Rapids
Grand Rapids Citywide Art Market
Browse local art and crafts at Grand Rapids' citywide art market.
Cooper Alan
All-ages rock concert featuring Cooper Alan at The Intersection.
Artist in Residence Programming
Drop-in art workshops led by local professional artists at Grand Rapids Children's Museum.
Mark Lavengood Live at The Rapid River Stillhouse
Mark Lavengood Live at The Rapid River Stillhouse in Grand Rapids
Royal ParTea! HerStory of Animation
Dress up and tour the animation exhibition with a curator at Muskegon Museum of Art.
Free Show Friday: False Harbor & The Rusty Snails (Indie/Folk)
Free Show Friday: False Harbor & The Rusty Snails (Indie/Folk) at Speciation Cellars
Breakaway Official After Party - TWINSICK
Breakaway Official After Party - TWINSICK at The Intersection
Tickets On Sale Now! Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock: Worlds Collide Concert Tour
Disney Descendants, ZOMBIES & Camp Rock concert tour for kids and families.
Fest of All Music
All-music festival in Holton celebrating diverse genres.
2nd Annual Riverside Rally
Family-friendly rally celebrating motorcycles, bicycles, veterans, and youth organizations at Sixth Street Bridge Park.
Beers at the Bridge
Summer concert with live music, kids activities, and food at Legacy Park—perfect for a family outing.
Concerts in the Park - Brena
Free outdoor concert featuring Brena in Wyoming's park series.
HOME PORTRAITS IN WATERCOLOR
HOME PORTRAITS IN WATERCOLOR at Spruced Studio
Election Commission Public Accuracy Test
Election Commission Public Accuracy Test at Wyoming
The Dialogue with Guys from Michigan-IO
Folk music gathering at Michigan Academy of Folk Music in Holland.
KREAM
Live music festival at Belknap Park.
The Music Man Jr.
Musical theater for kids and families—the junior version of a classic.
Breakaway Music Festival 2026
Two-day music festival with diverse artists, activities, and entertainment at Belknap Park.
Breakaway Michigan 2026
Multi-day music festival in Grand Rapids; check 2026 lineup.
Family Round Up
Family-friendly western-themed fundraiser at a petting farm with games and fun.
2026 Miss Danish Festival Scholarship Pageant
2026 Miss Danish Festival Scholarship Pageant in Greenville.
Breakaway Music Festival at Belknap Park
Music festival at Belknap Park—outdoor concert experience.
Ascension Con
Collectible/pop-culture convention in Hastings for fans of all ages.
Grant Festival
Town festival in Grant with community fun for families.
Sips & Succulents
Sips & Succulents at Spruced Studio
Sunset Spritz: An Aperol Summer Soirée
Sunset Spritz: An Aperol Summer Soirée at The Kitchen by Wolfgang Puck
Burn & Bling
Burn & Bling at Spruced Studio
Korean Connection Annual Picnic
Celebrate South Korea's Liberation Day with Korean Connection at an August picnic with food and community.
All About Owls and Pellets
Up-close look at resident owls and dissect pellets at Blandford Nature Center.
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - Branches in Bloom
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - Branches in Bloom in Grand Rapids
The Enchanted Woods Fantasy Faire & Fae Ball 2026
Fantasy-themed faire and Fae Ball at The Forest Grove in Byron Center.
Saturday Brunch & Brews
Saturday Brunch & Brews at Oakestown Brewery
Democracy Cafe
Democracy Cafe in Grand Rapids
Eva Under Fire
All-ages acoustic set by Eva Under Fire at The Intersection's Stache venue.
A Glimpse of Africa Festival
Celebrate African cultures through music, food, art & education at Calder Plaza.
Summer Music Series: Eli Roe Band
Family-friendly live music with the Eli Roe Band on Vander Mill's patio.
Michigan Meadows
Hands-on floral design workshop creating wildflower bouquets at Eastern Floral.
Grand River Adventure 2026
Family open-house celebration of the Grand River's history, science, and culture with community partners.
Stewardship Day at Two Rivers Greenspace!
Volunteer stewardship day caring for Two Rivers Greenspace.
18th Annual Rhythm Run & Health Fair
Morning fun run/walk and health fair at Ottawa Hills High School and Park.
Aviation Day 2026
Celebrate National Aviation Day with flights, demonstrations, and hands-on airport activities.
Beginning Watercolor Class
Learn watercolor painting basics and create your own landscape at Three Blue Brushes.
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - An August Evening
Brush Studio Paint & Sip - An August Evening in Grand Rapids
Five Finger Death Punch
Major rock concert at Acrisure Amphitheater with multiple headliners.
Drop-In Studio: Creativity Lab
Family-friendly drop-in studio for open-ended creative play included with admission.
Botanical Printing and Watercolor
Creative watercolor and botanical printing workshop at Holland Area Arts Council.
Arts & Drafts Festival Water Ski Show! (Saturday) FREE!
Free arts & crafts festival with exciting water ski show.
🏇 The LTS Annual Derby Cross is BACK!
Annual Derby Cross event with family-friendly equestrian fun.
Peach Perfect Sunflower Fest
Stroll through sunflower blooms and celebrate late summer at a farm market festival.
Goat Yoga at Cannonsburg
Family yoga class with playful goats at Cannonsburg—all levels and ages welcome.
Summer Sizzler- Grand Rapids
Family race day at Riverside Park with a kids dash and activities.
Fifth Third Bank Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens: Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers
Summer concert series at Frederik Meijer Gardens featuring Bruce Hornsby.
Wyoming Housing Commission Meeting
Wyoming Housing Commission Meeting
Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers
Grammy-winning rock legend Bruce Hornsby performs at Frederik Meijer Gardens' scenic amphitheater.
Michigan Titanium
Michigan Titanium sports event at Versluis Park.
The Martins in Hopkins
The Martins perform in Hopkins.
Back to School Family Bash
Celebrate the school year ahead with family activities and fun at a local church.
Back To School
Back To School event in Fennville.
Hilary Duff
Hilary Duff performs at the new Acrisure Amphitheater in Grand Rapids.
MAGNIFY CHURCH - Praise in the Park ROCKFORD Event
Family-friendly praise celebration at Praise in the Park, Rockford.
Artisan Jewelry Market
Artisan jewelry market at Grand Rapids Downtown Market—handmade wearables and accessories.
ZOMburgers at Worship on the Waterfront (Artist TBA)
Food and music at Worship on the Waterfront in Holland.
RC Streamer Combat -#5
RC Streamer Combat event in Zeeland—remote-control competition & spectating fun.
Acrylic day painting class August 17th @ 12 pm
Acrylic painting class on August 17th—hands-on art fun for kids.
Economic Development Corp Meeting
Economic Development Corp Meeting at Kentwood
Pickleball Kids Camp
Summer pickleball camp for kids 5–15 at a local social club.
Watercolor Pop-Up: Birds of a Feather for Beginners
Beginner watercolor workshop painting birds—creative fun for young artists.
Little Buds Club at the Wild Flower Farm
Little Buds Club at Wild Flower Farm—nature exploration for young learners.
FREE Home School Connect & Play Group
Free homeschool playgroup in Caledonia—kids connect and play together.
Kentwood Farmers Market
Farmers market with back-to-school activities, shopping, and family fun.
Summer Evening Naturalist Hike
Nature walk with Blandford's Land Stewardship team exploring Michigan flora.
2026 Summer PROSPECT Camp, Aug 17-19, Grand Rapids, MI
Multi-day summer camp in Byron Center offering outdoor learning and activities.
Summer Evening Naturalist Hike
Evening nature walk led by a Land Stewardship expert to learn about Michigan wildlife and plants.
Trivia Night at Moonshine
Trivia Night at Moonshine at Michigan Moonshine
More events outside the Grand Rapids area
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