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
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Events for October 18, 2026
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2026 Grand Rapids Marathon
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David D. Hunting YMCA
475 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids
The 23rd annual Grand Rapids Marathon kicks off with a full marathon, half-marathon and marathon relay. Price: Registration pricing on official site Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
2026 Run Thru The Rapids 10K
The Run Thru The Rapids 10K joins Grand Rapids Marathon race weekend. Price: Registration pricing on official site Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
2026 Run Thru The Rapids 5K
The 5K race starts at 8:30 AM as part of marathon weekend. Price: Registration pricing on official site Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Michigan Beauty Show 2026
An industry beauty, barbering and styling expo with demonstrations and education. Price: $99 single-day general admission; $149 two-day GA Age: Not listed
The Flea Market at The Glasshouse
A weekend indoor flea market with local vendors and secondhand finds. Price: Not listed Age: Not listed
Zoo Goes Boo 2026
John Ball Zoo’s major Halloween attraction returns across three weekends with daytime general-admission programming.
Michigan’s Farm Garden Autumn Family Activities
Family-focused autumn activities in Michigan's Farm Garden. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed
Hometown Heroes Weekend — Dunneback Girls
Fall farm activities, music and free admission for eligible local heroes. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed
The Notebook — Broadway Grand Rapids
Touring stage musical adapted from the bestselling novel, with music and lyrics by Ingrid Michaelson. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Open Teahouse Day
An open-house opportunity at the DeVos Japanese Gardens teahouse. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed
Live Music at Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm
The farm hosts live music on its regular fall-weekend schedule; the performer is not announced on the venue website. Price: Fall-weekend farm admission applies; amount not listed Age: Not listed
Broken Wings — A Frida Kahlo Ballet
Grand Rapids Ballet production inspired by the life and art of Frida Kahlo; program also includes A Dreamer. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
West Michigan Blues Society Jam Session
Sunday afternoon blues jam presented with the West Michigan Blues Society. Price: Cover at door; amount not listed Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Autumn Weekends Live Music with The Music Medicine Collective
Live music in the outdoor amphitheater during the Autumn Weekends program. Price: Included with admission; free for members Age: Not listed
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged)
The Sunday matinee of Lowell Arts’ fast-paced Shakespeare comedy. Price: $20 advance / $25 at door Age: PG-13
GVSU Vocal Showcase Concert
Grand Valley State University voice students perform in a special alumni and student showcase. Price: Free per GVSU organizer announcement; reserve ticket Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Rockford IceHogs — Crayola Family Night
AHL hockey with kids' giveaways, coloring activities and Sunday dollar Pepsi/ice cream promotions. Price: Prices vary Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Irish Music Sessions at Pux — Oct. 18
An Irish traditional-music session at Pux Taphouse. Price: Not listed Age: Not listed
Jazz Jam with Tommy Pancy — Oct. 18
Weekly jazz jam hosted by saxophonist Tommy Pancy with an open signup queue. Price: See official event page Age: 21+ venue policy
The Notebook — Broadway Grand Rapids
Touring stage musical adapted from the bestselling novel, with music and lyrics by Ingrid Michaelson. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Failure — Rising Skyline 2026 + Quannnic
Touring performance at The Pyramid Scheme; consult official event for tickets. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed Ticket status: SOLD OUT. See official event page for details. End […]
Night of the Living Drag
Touring drag event at GLC Live at 20 Monroe. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Eric Johanson — The Open Bayou Tour
Live performance at Tip Top Deluxe; ticket information available on venue's Live Nation calendar. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
Bonnie ‘Prince’ Billy + Laurel Premo
Bonnie 'Prince' Billy and Laurel Premo at Wealthy Theatre. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.
80s Night at Billy’s Lounge
Billy’s regular Sunday throwback 80s dance night. Price: Not listed Age: Not listed End time: Not announced.