Entertainment

In 1972, a gospel singer from Detroit named Etterlene DeBarge moved her 10 children to Grand Rapids.

From cocktails inspired by art in the heart of ArtPrize excitement to a free riverside dog festival, West Michigan’s weekend calendar is packed with creative, family-friendly, and community-driven experiences.

From fairground country nights to cider in a historic northern piazza, this weekend delivers theater, music, community action, and handmade goods.

A new season of music begins at St. Cecilia Music Center this fall, and it’s opening with a blend of sweet harmony and acoustic mastery that fans of folk, roots, and Americana won’t want to miss.

The Grand Rapids Symphony opens its 96th season with Beethoven’s Ninth—a powerful, choral-driven masterpiece.

This weekend in West Michigan brings hot air balloons, WWII-era films, entrepreneurial celebrations, cultural freebies, and even a football ferry to Lambeau Field.

Branch Out Productions, a Black- and woman-owned production studio with offices in Grand Rapids, is celebrating the release of “Holy Hustle.”

Fall is arriving in full color at Robinette’s Apple Haus and Winery, and the beloved West Michigan destination is rolling out a full slate of seasonal fun starting Tuesday, Sept. 2.

Picture this: You're desperately searching for somewhere to take the kids that won't make you want to hide in the bathroom scrolling your phone.

This weekend in West Michigan offers something for every kind of crowd.

From sustainable community markets to lakefront craft beer celebrations and late-night comedy, this Saturday offers the perfect mix of meaningful connections and weekend fun.

Big trucks, live beats, fresh peaches, birthday cake, and more—this weekend’s events are loud, sweet, playful, and packed.

The Tony Award-winning sensation The Book of Mormon is headed to Grand Rapids, and tickets are officially on sale for this highly anticipated show making its Michigan debut.

Adam Sandler, a comedian whose name is synonymous with laughter, has added Grand Rapids to his upcoming 2025 tour.

Last night, Train delivered a powerhouse performance to a packed crowd at Frederik Meijer Gardens.

St. Cecilia Music Center is stepping outside its usual programming calendar this summer to present a special one-night performance by award-winning actor and musician Jeff Daniels.

Looking for ways to spend your weekend in and around Grand Rapids? Enjoy pro-level pickleball, live music, racing, and dance parties.

From free outdoor art to vintage treasure hunts, there’s no shortage of things to explore in and around Grand Rapids this weekend.

Beloved progressive bluegrass outfit Greensky Bluegrass is making a long-awaited return to its roots with a special two-night run at Wings Event Center.

Back by popular demand, the Tony Award-winning phenomenon returns to Grand Rapids for a limited engagement at DeVos Performance Hall.