CHIHULY at Meijer Gardens
A major Dale Chihuly exhibition spans indoor and outdoor spaces at Meijer Gardens through November 1.
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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 October 3, 2026
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DJ Keller Shaw at EVE
DJ Keller Shaw spins a late-night set at EVE inside The B.O.B. Price: Cover charge collected at the door Age: 21+ venue policy may apply
87th Red Flannel Festival
Featured
Downtown Cedar Springs
Cedar Springs
Cedar Springs' long-running Red Flannel Festival returns with marketplace vendors, competitions, car show and a 3 PM grand parade. Price: Free festival areas; some activities may charge
Free festival areas; some activities may charge
Rockford Farmers Market
Saturday farmers market in downtown Rockford with local produce and food goods. Price: Free admission
Free admission
Cars Karts and Coffee — October Season Finale
Cars-and-coffee gathering at Grand Rapids Grand Prix in Byron Center, open to all makes and models. Price: Free
Free
Franciscan Rhythms 5K Trail Run & Walk
Annual trail run and walk at the Franciscan Life Process Center Lowell campus.
Fall Arts & Crafts Show
Juried fall arts and crafts show with 35+ handmade vendors. Price: Free Age: All Ages
Free
BMW Motorrad Motober-Fest with BMWMCGR
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BMW Motorcycles of Grand Rapids
5995 Division Ave S, Grand Rapids
BMW Motorcycles of Grand Rapids hosts a Motober-Fest with bratwurst, a beer-tent fundraiser and three stunt shows by BMW rider Teach McNeil. Price: Free admission
Free admission
Oktoberfest at Dunneback Girls Farm
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Dunneback Girls Farm Market / Taproom
3025 6 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids
Farm Oktoberfest with craft beer, cider, pumpkins, u-pick apples, live music and fall-festival activities.
Walker Pumpkin Bash 2026
Walker’s annual Pumpkin Bash is a free fall family event at Walker Community Park.
Free
Harvest Fair
Free public harvest fair with bounce house, crafts, craft sale and food. Price: Free Age: All Ages
Free
Harvest Festival 2026
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Blandford Nature Center
1715 Hillburn Ave NW, Grand Rapids
Blandford's annual fall fundraiser includes hay rides, music, crafts, cider, wildlife presentations and farm activities. Price: $10 members / $15 non-members / age 2 & under free Age: All Ages
$2 – $15
Merchants and Makers ArtPrize Market
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Rosa Parks Circle
135 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids
Final-Saturday ArtPrize makers market at Rosa Parks Circle.
ArtPrize 2026
Grand Rapids’ major citywide art competition returns for more than two weeks of installations, voting and public programming.
Step Up for Down Syndrome 2026
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Special Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center
160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids
DSAWM's largest annual fundraiser and awareness event, with a carnival-style celebration, food trucks, music, resources and a ceremonial walk. Price: Fundraising/registration event Age: All ages
Fundraising/registration event
Beer City Brewers Festival 2026
Beer City Brewers Festival 2026 at Calder Plaza. Price: Free Age: All Ages; 21+ ID required for beer
Free
Mike Talbot at Bostwick Lake Inn
Mike Talbot performs Saturday evening at Bostwick Lake Inn.
Project 90 at Cedar Springs Brewing Festival Celebration
Cedar Springs Brewing Company hosts its annual Festival Celebration with Project 90 performing live from 6–10 PM. The free, family-friendly event also features a biergarten and beer tent, special releases including Red Flannel Ale, and festival activities during Red Flannel Festival weekend.
Free
Azz-Izz at The Score
Free live music with Azz-Izz at The Score. Price: Free
Free
Red Clay Strays
Red Clay Strays is a confirmed future public event at Van Andel Arena.
Joe Russo’s Almost Dead
Joe Russo's Almost Dead is a newly tracked future event on the current GLC Live schedule. Price: See official ticket page
See official ticket page
ArtPrize Awards Celebration & Fashion Show
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Acrisure Amphitheater
201 Market Ave SW, Grand Rapids
ArtPrize closes with its largest awards celebration, a couture runway and live ballet, symphony and opera performances. Price: Free GA ticket required; VIP paid options
Free GA ticket required; VIP paid options
Lindsay Lou
Michigan singer-songwriter Lindsay Lou performs at The BIG Room at SILVA. Price: See official ticket page Age: Not listed
Lee Emi Record Release + Cal In Red
Lee Emi Record Release + Cal In Red
Rebekah Rhys at Vander Mill
Rebekah Rhys performs a free Saturday evening patio set at Vander Mill. Price: Free
Free
Glow Nights at Deep Roots
After-dark glow corn-maze night at Deep Roots Produce with glow sticks and illuminated maze checkpoints. Age: All ages
Chris Higgins
Comedian Chris Higgins headlines Dr. Grins during an Oct. 1–3 weekend run. Price: See ticket site Age: 18+
The Music of Star Trek — Grand Rapids Symphony
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DeVos Performance Hall
303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids
The Grand Rapids Symphony performs music from across the Star Trek franchise. Price: Price varies Age: All Ages / family-friendly
Price varies
Zach John King + Macy Todd
Zach John King + Macy Todd
Matt Pless wsg Johnny Stash
Matt Pless wsg Johnny Stash
Hot in Herre: 2000s Dance Party
Hot in Herre: 2000s Dance Party
JP & The Energy at Potter’s Log Cabin
JP & The Energy perform Saturday night at Potter's Log Cabin.
Twice The Action at H.O.M.E.
Twice The Action perform Saturday night at H.O.M.E. inside The B.O.B.
Chris Higgins
Comedian Chris Higgins headlines Dr. Grins during an Oct. 1–3 weekend run. Price: See ticket site Age: 21+
Kyndred at Bobarino’s
Kyndred perform a late Saturday set at Bobarino's inside The B.O.B.
Nuke and the Nightshift + Reckless Rhythms + Garden Effect
A three-band Saturday-night bill at Mulligan's Pub.
DJ VanHekken at EVE
DJ VanHekken spins a Saturday-night set at EVE inside The B.O.B. Price: Cover charge collected at the door Age: 21+ venue policy may apply