Festivals

On a December evening, when the light fades early and the air turns sharp, the Creston neighborhood has a way of brightening things up — literally.

Wooden shoes, twinkling lights, and the jolly arrival of Sinterklaas will take center stage Dec. 2–6, 2025, as Holland debuts Dutch Winterfest, a new seasonal celebration of Dutch holiday traditions.

Before your little ghost, goblin, or superhero heads out for a night of candy collecting, check out these safety tips from the Grand Rapids Police Department.

If you were planning on heading to Fennville on Friday, looking for vestiges of the town’s long running Goose Festival at Fourth Friday, you’ll be embarking on a wild goose chase of sorts.

As autumn's crisp air begins to settle over West Michigan, Grand Rapids continues to revel in its 175th anniversary, a milestone that has inspired a wave of community-driven festivities.

On Thursday evenings throughout the summer, Downtown Holland bursts to life with fire breathers, henna artists, and the pulse of live music.

Looking to make the most of your Fourth of July weekend? From booming fireworks displays to lakeside dance parties and cherry picking at a century-old orchard, West Michigan is bursting with celebrations for everyone.

Kentwood is rolling out the red, white, and blue for its annual Fourth of July celebration—and you're invited.

Grand Rapids will honor two major milestones in American history this June—Loving Day and Juneteenth

What started as a simple idea over drinks has grown into one of West Michigan’s more distinctive summer events.

Cascade Charter Township is rolling out the pastel carpet for a brand-new tradition this spring: its first-ever community Easter Egg Hunt, taking place Saturday, April 19.

Get ready to don your greenest attire and embrace the luck of the Irish at the Annual Downtown Holland St. Patrick’s Day Parade!

Winter may have a grip on Michigan, but Virtue Cider is warming things up with the return of its Winter Wassail Festival.

ArtPrize's 2024 economic impact report is in, and the numbers paint a compelling picture for the future of this iconic open art competition.

The City of Kentwood is looking for its very own Clark Griswold, the beloved and eccentric character from the holiday classic National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.

Hispanic Heritage Month is now in full swing in West Michigan!

The Fourth of July is a time for families to come together, celebrate, and create lasting memories.

Fewer than two full weeks into its 26-day run, West Michigan’s largest traditional European Christmas market is proving to be quite the success story. 

The first bout of fall weather provides the perfect excuse to dig those barn boots out of the closet, don that new flannel, and head out to country...

A festival that celebrates the international food and beverage industry will return to DeVos Place Nov. 16-18.