Guide

Discover the perfect gift at one of these new shops.

This February, gather your closest friends/gal pals and hit the town.

Your guide to a wintry weekend.

We’ve put together an itinerary for a weekend getaway in Grand Rapids — or a staycation if you want to experience your city like a tourist.

Grand Rapids has historically been known for Its ethnic groups that settled the area.

Grand Rapids’ West Side has seen massive expansion over the past decade, becoming a new hub for some of the city’s best dining and entertainment.

The recreational area of the Holland Aquatic Center (HAC) will reopen on Jan. 31.

Your guide to zip lining in Grand Rapids.

A city in the region is considered one of the nation’s best lakefront "beach towns."

Your guide to happy hours, hotels, markets, dining and drinks

It’s 6:30 a.m. on a Saturday morning and Fulton Street Farmers Market is just waking up.

Kent County offices and health department clinics provided holiday hours of operation.

Your guide to an environmentally conscious weekend in Grand Rapids.

Local favorites, hidden gems and must-see destinations in each of the city’s neighborhoods.

Recently launched walking tours centered on downtown history give residents and visitors an excuse to take a stroll through Grand Rapids this summer.

It’s cold, it’s dark, there’s nothing to do, but wait...yes there is...jazz is being played all over Grand Rapids!

Whether you need to go to work, want to grab a bite to eat, or are heading off to a concert, the Downtown Area Shuttle, or DASH, offers residents, workers and visitors complementary routes to various downtown destinations.

You hear it all the time: "The way to maintain your mental state is through regular exercise."

Fulton Street Market celebrated its hundredth anniversary in 2022. Located in a purpose-built setting at 1145 Fulton St. E. in Grand Rapids, this time-honored traditional farmers market supports hundreds of businesses throughout West Michigan.

Winter weather makes it easy to stay in and order takeout on date night. But if you’re willing to brave the cold to mix up your routine, we’ve got some date night ideas that just might make you leave that cozy couch behind.