This weekend
Saturday + Sunday plans
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
Autumn Weekends at Meijer Gardens
Fall family fest with live music, seasonal food, and outdoor daytime activities at Meijer Gardens.
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.
Michigan's Farm Garden Autumn Family Activities
Hands-on harvest activities for kids at Michigan's Farm Garden—relay races, seasonal learning.
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
CHIHULY: Radiant Forms
Stunning glass-art exhibition at Frederik Meijer Gardens tracing six decades of innovation.
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.
Muskegon Lumberjacks vs. Madison Capitols
Minor-league hockey: Muskegon Lumberjacks vs. Madison Capitols at Trinity Health Arena.
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.
Tulip Time Fall Makers Market
Browse 50+ vendors and handmade goods at the Tulip Time Fall Fest Makers Market.
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
The Music of Star Trek
The Music of Star Trek - Grand Rapids Symphony at DeVos Performance Hall
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
1 event farther afield.