Events
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Grace’s Table Spring Wellness Event
WMCAT 614 First St. NW STE 300, Grand Rapids, MI, United Statesaking care of our mental and physical health is vital to our well-being. But for teen mamas, it can be extremely difficult to find support in these areas. At Grounded in Grace, you will meet guests from local organizations who are passionate about creating healthy communities. You'll also learn about the importance of supporting teen […]
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5th Annual Calder Plaza Roll N’ Out Food Truck Fest
Grand Rapids Largest Food Truck Festival is Roll'N Out Sunday May 21st, 2023. The Grand Rapids Food Truck Association (GRFTA), will host the 5th annual Roll’N Out Food Truck Fest on Sunday, May 21st on Ottawa Avenue and Calder Plaza. Up to 45 food trucks and trailers will participate, making the event one of Grand […]
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Teddy Bear Picnic
The annual event was created to help children combat fears of the doctor in a fun, safe environment while also encouraging wellness and healthy habits. Children are encouraged to bring a favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal through a series of stations and medical experiences in the mock clinic staffed by physicians and students from […]
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Rock the Block
Along Madison Ave between Hall and Oakdale Madison Ave, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin us at Rock the Block for family friendly fun, food, entertainment, community resources and more!
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Family Fun Days
Martin Luther King Park 1200 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Grand Rapids African American Arts and Music Festival, Grand Rapids Public Library, and The City of Grand Rapids Office of Special Events are hosting the 3rd Annual Family Fun Days at MLK Park. These events feature free food, music, games, books, and community resources and vendors. Check out more details on Family Fun Days! […]
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Grand Rapids Pride Festival
Calder Plaza 300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesGrand Rapids Pride Festival is an event that brings LGBTQ+ community members, businesses, allies, and organizations together to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and celebrating the beautiful vast LGBTQ+ community! Going into its 35th year in 2023, Grand Rapids Pride Festival is working to create a safe, open, and inclusive environment for Grand Rapids community members to […]
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Family Fun Days
Martin Luther King Park 1200 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Grand Rapids African American Arts and Music Festival, Grand Rapids Public Library, and The City of Grand Rapids Office of Special Events are hosting the 3rd Annual Family Fun Days at MLK Park. These events feature free food, music, games, books, and community resources and vendors. Check out more details on Family Fun Days! […]
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Baxter United Summer Series Cook Off Challenge
Joe Taylor Park 1001 Baxter St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesBaxter United will close off the Summer Series events with a fun and competitive cook-off competition! That's right a cook-off competition! If you or someone you know has the skills on the grill please, say less and register to compete in this family-friendly event. Once again for this event, we will have local food venders, […]
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Day of Play Celebration
Grand Rapids Children's Museum 11 Sheldon Ave, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin us for the 6th Annual “Day of Play” Celebration on July 30, 2023. This community outreach initiative began with a proclamation by Grand Rapids Mayor Rosalynn Bliss, and is designed to encourage children and families to celebrate PLAY! This year, they are closing the street to bring play outside on the Rainbow Road! A […]
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WGVU’s Kid’s Day at the Zoo
John Ball Zoo 1300 Fulton St. W, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesWe are so excited to attend Kids Day at the Zoo again this year! WGVU’s Kids Day at the John Ball Zoo, presented by PNC Bank is back on Thursday, August 3! Kids Day is guaranteed to provide a packed day of fun, adventure, and entertainment for kids, families, and friends. Family Futures is one […]
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Family Fun Days
Martin Luther King Park 1200 M.L.K. Jr St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Grand Rapids African American Arts and Music Festival, Grand Rapids Public Library, and The City of Grand Rapids Office of Special Events are hosting the 3rd Annual Family Fun Days at MLK Park. These events feature free food, music, games, books, and community resources and vendors. Check out more details on Family Fun Days! […]
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Safety Celebration
At the Zoo, safety is of the utmost importance, and John Ball Zoo wants to celebrate all the community partners that help keep us safe! The zoo is partnering with local first responders as well other organizations to promote and educate guests on all different aspects of keeping the community safe! Zoo members are free. […]