4 Spooktacular Things to Do Halloween Weekend in West Michigan

Whether you’re in the mood for creepy cocktails, live theatre, or a night of mystery, West Michigan has plenty to thrill you this Halloween weekend.

Things to Do This Weekend in Grand Rapids: Oct. 17–19

This weekend in Grand Rapids offers a mix of seasonal charm and cultural experiences worth getting out for.

Five fun things to do in GR this weekend

Grand Rapids has a packed lineup this weekend—whether you’re craving live music, local craft beer, global culture, or unique shopping.

Help the Chorus get to Carnegie — with Beethoven’s Ninth!

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

Things to do this weekend in West Michigan

This weekend in West Michigan is packed with live music, comedy, community, and inspirational events.

Recipe: Asian chicken and cabbage salad

When Michigan’s sun-soaked afternoons call for something light yet satisfying, this vibrant cabbage salad answers with crunch, and color.

Nation’s top adaptive athletes compete in GR

Grand Rapids is stepping into the national spotlight this week as it welcomes The Hartford Nationals, the country’s largest and longest-running adaptive sports championship, to town for the first time.

Splash alert: Richmond Park Pool reopens

After being temporarily closed due to a pump failure, the Richmond Park Pool, 1101 Richmond St NW, will reopen at noon Thursday, June 26,...

On the fast track to sustainability

Frederik Meijer Gardens is going greener with electric trams and goat landscaping as part of its latest sustainability efforts.

Taco ’bout a party!

The third annual Grand Rapids Taco and Tequila Fest rolls into Riverside Park on Saturday, June 28, turning the north end into a full-blown fiesta.

New chapter for historic chapel

Tucked away in the heart of Allegan County, the Chapel at New Richmond is a hidden gem that offers an enchanting blend of history and charm.

Free event aims to help families rethink screen time

In an age where technology is woven into the fabric of daily life, parents are facing an increasing challenge when it comes to managing their children's screen time.

A new chapter in dance school’s 25-year story

Turning Pointe School of Dance, a Christian nonprofit based in Holland, is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year with the return of "Redeemed!"

Poets Infuse Their Words with Faith

Faith plays a role for area poets who write from their hearts about topics ranging from day-to-day life to the eternal.

Silva: Let the games begin!

If you haven’t been to Silva yet, you should be having a fairly severe case of FOMO by now.

Green Well dives into brunch

Just two months after unveiling a fresh menu and kicking off exciting interior updates, Green Well is back with something equally exciting for its loyal fans.

Spring into books!

Our friends Mike and Amy O'Brien of The Book Cellar have curated this fantastic list of books for the spring season.

Ashton Lounge brings elegance to The B.O.B.

A new chapter begins for Grand Rapids nightlife as The B.O.B. (Big Old Building) welcomes its latest venture: Ashton Lounge.

Need A Summer Job?

The City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation Department is now hiring full and part-time lifeguards for the 2025 season.

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