This week
The next seven days
Entertainment AlleyWay Ribbon Cutting - Sept. 28
Entertainment AlleyWay Ribbon Cutting - Sept. 28 at Studio Park
Acrylic Painting Class
Acrylic Painting Class at Three Blue Brushes
GRFS Presents: Edie Arnold is a Loser - with Filmmaker Q&A
Indie coming-of-age comedy screening with filmmaker Q&A at Wealthy Theatre.
Knick Film Series: Union County
Knick Film Series: Union County at Knickerbocker Theatre
Trivia Night at Moonshine
Trivia Night at Moonshine at Michigan Moonshine
Bayway
All-ages live music event featuring Bayway and local artists at The Intersection in Grand Rapids.
ArtPrize
International art competition and exhibition celebrating artists and creativity of all ages.
Polyphia Tour MMXXVI
Polyphia Tour MMXXVI at GLC Live at 20 Monroe
Ada Farmers Market
Weekly summer farmers market with local food, produce & vendors.
Grandville Farmers Market
Weekly farmers market with special KDL events including Touch a Truck, outdoor play, and a kids craft sale.
This means WAR!: The Fight Against Human Trafficking
This means WAR!: The Fight Against Human Trafficking at Grand Rapids Art Museum
Talent & Human Resources Workshop: Disability Inclusion as a Business Strategy
Talent & Human Resources Workshop: Disability Inclusion as a Business Strategy at Grand Rapids Chamber
Trivia Bug Trivia!
Trivia Bug Trivia! at The Dungeon
WITCH + Ficus
WITCH + Ficus at The Pyramid Scheme
Tuesday Tunes, Jess n Jesse
Tuesday Tunes, Jess n Jesse at New Holland Brewing Company
Battle Royale at Wealthy Theatre
Battle Royale at Wealthy Theatre in Grand Rapids
Brush Studio Paint & Sip -Witches by Day
Brush Studio Paint & Sip -Witches by Day in Grand Rapids
Chamber Happy Hour
Chamber Happy Hour at Grand Rapids Chamber
Polymer Clay Earring Workshop
Polymer Clay Earring Workshop at Three Blue Brushes
Wild Food Foraging with I.Y.E Wellness
Learn to identify and forage wild edible plants with expert instructors.
Zeeland Pumpkin Fest
Annual Zeeland fall festival with live music, food, parade, and kid-friendly activities.
Mums at Meijer Gardens 2026
Michigan's largest chrysanthemum display transforms gardens for October.
Fall Fest & Corn Maze at Ed Dunneback & Girl's
Multi-weekend fall festival at Ed Dunneback & Girl's Farm with corn maze and pumpkin activities.
Jonathan Turley presents: The Unfinished Story of the American Revolution
Constitutional law expert Jonathan Turley discusses American Revolution history.
Octave Cat + Future Joy
Octave Cat + Future Joy at The Pyramid Scheme
Haunted Museum Adventure After Dark
Family-friendly haunted adventure and fundraiser at Grand Rapids Public Museum.
Live Music at Moonshine
Live Music at Moonshine at Michigan Moonshine
Community Tulip Planting
Plant spring bulbs with your family for Holland's famous Tulip Time Festival.
Tony Rock
Tony Rock at The Intersection
Candlelight: The Best of Hans Zimmer
Hans Zimmer's greatest film scores performed live by candlelight at Wealthy Theatre.
Fall Fest 2026
Two days of fall-themed family fun across downtown Holland, Windmill Island & Civic Center.
Ghost Light: A Historic and Haunted Tour of the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
Historic and haunted backstage tour of the Grand Rapids Civic Theatre—explore the building's spooky stories.
San Holo
All-ages electronic concert by San Holo at The Intersection.
FALL CAKE POP WORKSHOP
Make and decorate fall-themed cake pops from scratch at Spruced Studio.
Tulip Time Fall Makers Market
Browse 50+ vendors and handmade goods at the Tulip Time Fall Fest Makers Market.
2026 Grand Rapids Fall Parade of Homes
2026 Grand Rapids Fall Parade of Homes at Home Builders Association of Greater Grand Rapids
TreeRunner HallowGlow 2026
Glow-lit Halloween adventure at TreeRunner Parks in Grand Rapids.
Donors and Corporate Partners Circle Preview
Donors and Corporate Partners Circle Preview at Grand Rapids Art Museum
Member Exhibition Opening
Member Exhibition Opening at Grand Rapids Art Museum
WGVU Fresh Reads Book Swap
Family-friendly book swap event at Archival Brewing in Belmont.
Muskegon Lumberjacks vs. Madison Capitols
Watch the Muskegon Lumberjacks take on Madison in minor-league hockey.
The Music of Star Trek
The orchestra performs iconic Star Trek themes and scores in a live orchestral concert.
El Ten Eleven
El Ten Eleven at The Pyramid Scheme
Dan & Shay
Country superstars Dan + Shay bring The Young Tour to Grand Rapids.
Proost! Tasting Tour: Fall Fest
Proost! Tasting Tour: Fall Fest Edition at Culture Cheese Shop
Jennifer Knapp
Jennifer Knapp at Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
Michigan's Farm Garden Autumn Family Activities
Hands-on harvest activities for kids at Michigan's Farm Garden—relay races, seasonal learning.
Five Dollar Friday - Drop-In Craft Night
Drop-in craft night with five-dollar projects—no signup, just creative fun at Three Blue Brushes.
The Addams Family, Musical Comedy
Holland Community Theatre brings the spooky Addams Family to life as a musical comedy.
Radiohead
Radiohead tribute by Android Paranoid at the historic Park Theatre in Holland.
Autumn Weekends at Meijer Gardens
Fall family fest with live music, seasonal food, and outdoor daytime activities at Meijer Gardens.
Fire Truck Parade
Watch 50+ fire trucks parade down 8th Street during Fire Safety Week in early October.
CHIHULY: Radiant Forms
Stunning glass-art exhibition at Frederik Meijer Gardens tracing six decades of innovation.
Donors, Corporate Partners Circle Preview
Donors, Corporate Partners Circle Preview at Grand Rapids Art Museum
The Red Clay Strays
The Red Clay Strays at Van Andel Arena
Tirck of Treat Trail
Trick-or-treat along a trail with local businesses and enjoy Halloween games.
Harvest Festival at Blandford Nature Center
Harvest Festival at Blandford Nature Center with crafts, hayrides, cider demos, animals & live music.
Midnight Society - Creepy Improv Comedy!
Midnight Society - Creepy Improv Comedy! at The Comedy Project
Drop-In Studio: Creativity Lab
Drop-in hands-on art studio for families at Grand Rapids Art Museum.
Member Coffee with the Artist: Ray Materson
Member Coffee with the Artist: Ray Materson at Grand Rapids Art Museum
Try Hockey for FREE!
Free introductory hockey experience for beginners at Walker.
Artist-Led Workshop: Map-Making with Jerry Gretzinger
Artist-led map-making workshop for families with Jerry Gretzinger.
The Great Pumpkin Train 2026
A beloved fall tradition—ride a themed train and pick pumpkins at Coopersville and Marne Railway Company.
Fall Fest
Downtown Grandville's fall community festival.
Overland Fall Crawl
Off-road vehicle tour and market at Gilmore Car Museum—explore rugged rides and gear.
Saturday Brunch & Brews
Saturday Brunch & Brews at Oakestown Brewery
Golden Gate Ficus Bonsai Class (Adults) (Beginner) | SOLD OUT
Golden Gate Ficus Bonsai Class (Adults) (Beginner) | SOLD OUT in Grand Rapids
Fall Bonsai Show Presented by the West Michigan Bonsai Club
See bonsai trees on display, watch artists at work, and shop for plants at Meijer Gardens.
Autumn Weekends Live Music with Zondo
Autumn Weekends Live Music with Zondo at Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater
Basket Weaving Class
Basket Weaving Class at Three Blue Brushes
Fall Frenzy at Adventure Point
Fall-themed family fun day with activities, games, and seasonal vibes at Adventure Point.
Autumn Weekends at Meijer Gardens
Expanded autumn weekend programming with live music and seasonal food.
Glow Night
Glow-stick corn maze, animal feeding, and wagon rides through Halloween woods at Crisp County Acres.
Golden Gate Ficus Bonsai Class (Adults) (Beginner) | Meijer Gardens
Golden Gate Ficus Bonsai Class (Adults) (Beginner) | Meijer Gardens at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Cedar Spring's Red Flannel Festival
Cedar Springs' beloved Red Flannel Festival returns with fall fun and festivities.
Jaboticaba Bonsai Workshop (Adults) (Beginner/Intermediate) | Meijer Gardens
Jaboticaba Bonsai Workshop (Adults) (Beginner/Intermediate) | Meijer Gardens at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Walker Pumpkin Bash
Fall fun celebrating pumpkins and Halloween season at Walker Community Park.
ArtPrize 2026: Awards & Fashion Show
ArtPrize's grand closing celebration with awards, fashion show, and live entertainment.
Autumn Family Activities in Michigan’s Farm Garden at Meijer Gardens
Autumn farm activities and sensory fun at Meijer Gardens every weekend.
Walker Pumpkin Bash
Inaugural fall kickoff with pumpkin fun at Walker Community Park.
Joe Russo's Almost Dead
Joe Russo's Almost Dead at GLC Live at 20 Monroe
Grand Valley State Lakers Football vs. Wayne State College Wildcats Football
College football game featuring Grand Valley State Lakers at Lubbers Stadium.
WKTV Commission
WKTV Commission at Wyoming
Zach John King
All-ages concert featuring Zach John King and special guest Macy Todd.
Fall Bonsai Show Presented by the West Michigan Bonsai Club
Watch bonsai artists at work and explore miniature trees at Frederik Meijer Gardens' Fall Bonsai Show.
Franciscan Rhythms 5K Trail Run & Walk
Scenic 5K trail run & walk supporting music therapy and land restoration.
Julie Green: The Last Supper
Explore a powerful large-scale art installation at the Grand Rapids Art Museum.
TacoMania
Free street festival celebrating taco day with food trucks, soccer, yard games, dancing, and a DJ.
Summer Music Series: Rebekah Rhys
Live music on the patio at Vander Mill—bring the family for a relaxed summer evening.
Blue Coast Artists Fall Tour of Studios
Tour working artist studios on Grand Rapids' Blue Coast.
Lee Emi - Record Release Show + Cal In Red
Lee Emi - Record Release Show + Cal In Red at The Pyramid Scheme
Lucy Darling
Lucy Darling at DeVos Performance Hall
The Art of Bonsai Photography Class at Meijer Gardens
The Art of Bonsai Photography Class at Meijer Gardens at Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park
Harvest Beer Garden & Live Music at Meijer Gardens Amphitheater
Harvest Beer Garden & Live Music at Meijer Gardens Amphitheater at Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater
Story Spark
Free storytelling workshop where kids learn narrative craft at Park Theatre.
Monster House (Family Film Series) at Wealthy Theatre
Family-friendly screening of Monster House at Wealthy Theatre's ongoing film series for kids.
The Art of Bonsai Photography Class
The Art of Bonsai Photography Class in Grand Rapids
Jerry Gretzinger: He Won't Stop Building a Map to an Imaginary Place
Jerry Gretzinger: He Won't Stop Building a Map to an Imaginary Place at Grand Rapids Art Museum
Sixth Annual Halloween Bash
Halloween vendor market featuring local artists and makers at Fulton Street Artisans.
More events outside the Grand Rapids area
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