Grand Rapids Events Calendar

Looking for things to do in Grand Rapids? Browse upcoming events across Greater Grand Rapids, including live music, festivals, nightlife, food and drink events, comedy, theater, sports, markets and family activities.

Find events happening today, this weekend and throughout the coming weeks in Grand Rapids and nearby communities including Wyoming, Kentwood, Grandville, Walker, Ada, Cascade, Rockford and more. Grand Rapids Night Out updates the calendar as new events are announced and event details change.

Events for September 17, 2026

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GRNO Category – Arts & Culture

CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids

A major Dale Chihuly exhibition spans indoor and outdoor spaces at Meijer Gardens through November 1.

GRNO Category – Markets & Shopping

Grandville Farmers Night Market

Downtown Grandville 3195 Wilson Ave SW, Grandville

Grandville Farmers Night Market at Downtown Grandville.

GRNO Category – Arts & Culture

ArtPrize 2026 Preview Week

Citywide Grand Rapids Grand Rapids

ArtPrize Preview Week gives visitors an early look at installations and venues before the main competition opens.

GRNO Category – Live Music

Live Music Thursday at Fricano’s Alpine

Fricano's Pizza Restaurant – Alpine 5808 Alpine Ave NW, Comstock Park

Live Music Thursday at Fricano's Alpine at Fricano's Pizza Restaurant – Alpine.

GRNO Category – Live Music

Gabriel James at Blue Water

Blue Water Restaurant 5180 Northland Drive, Grand Rapids

Gabriel James at Blue Water at Blue Water Restaurant.

GRNO Category – Classes & Workshops

Nature Night: Buzz on Bees

Speciation Cellars 928 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids

Nature Night: Buzz on Bees at Speciation Cellars.

GRNO Category – Nightlife

King Trivia at Vander Mill

Vander Mill 505 Ball Ave NE, Grand Rapids

King Trivia at Vander Mill at Vander Mill.

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