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.

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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.

Dueling Pianos featuring Dan Louisell — Matinee

Forest Hills Fine Arts Center 600 Forest Hill Ave SE, Grand Rapids

Dueling pianos featuring Dan Louisell at Forest Hills Fine Arts Center; this 1 PM matinee is a separate performance from the evening session. Venue: Forest Hills Fine Arts Center, Grand Rapids

Trick or Treat in the Biergarten

Third Nature Brewing Company 7733 Childsdale Ave NE, Rockford

Celebrate Halloween in the biergarten at Third Nature Brewing in Rockford with live music, face painting, a balloon artist, bounce house, photo booth and treats.

Trick-or-Treat at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum

Grand Rapids Children's Museum 11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids

After-hours trick-or-treating, treat-bag decorating and a glow dance party throughout the Grand Rapids Children's Museum. Thursday, October 29, 5–8 PM; included with regular museum admission.

Included with regular museum admission

Ghosts of the Grand — 5:30 PM Guided Tour

Amway Grand Plaza 187 Monroe Avenue NW, Grand Rapids

The 5:30 PM departure of Ghosts of the Grand is a one-hour guided indoor walking tour of Amway Grand Plaza, 187 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids. This departure runs 5:30–6:30 […]

Spirits and Spirits — Michigan Haunted History

Grand Rapids Downtown Market 435 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids

A haunted-history presentation with Nicole Du Shane in the Grand Rapids Downtown Market's second-floor Greenhouse. Free RSVP; cocktails optional. An additional paid ghost tour is offered separately.

Free

Music Night @ Michigan Moonshine Distillery

Michigan Moonshine Distillery 4005 Chicago Dr SW, Grandville

Michigan Moonshine Distillery in Grandville hosts an evening of live music from 6 to 9 p.m. Check the organizer's listing for performer and admission updates.

Drifter’s Ghostly Gala

Fifth Street Hall 701 5th Street, Grand Rapids

A public Halloween fundraiser for West Michigan patients facing head and neck cancer, featuring live music by BRENA, costumes, a cash bar, food included with admission, raffles and a silent auction at Fifth Street Hall in Grand Rapids. Thursday, October 29, 6–11 PM. Admission $40. Organizer-provided event details; no direct public event link confirmed.

$40

A Celtic Halloween with Selkie

KDL Gaines Township Branch 421 68th St SE, Grand Rapids

Enjoy A Celtic Halloween with Selkie at the Kent District Library's Gaines Township Branch from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.

Dueling Pianos featuring Dan Louisell — Evening

Forest Hills Fine Arts Center 600 Forest Hill Ave SE, Grand Rapids

Dueling pianos featuring Dan Louisell at Forest Hills Fine Arts Center; this 6:30 PM evening session is separate from the afternoon matinee. Venue: Forest Hills Fine Arts Center, Grand Rapids

Sinners screening and midterm fundraiser

Wealthy Theatre 1130 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids

A screening of Sinners paired with a Democratic midterm-election fundraiser at Wealthy Theatre in Grand Rapids. Thursday, October 29 at 7 PM. The event's ending time and ticket price have not been confirmed; this listing provides the verified start only.

King Trivia at Vander Mill — Oct 29 occurrence

Vander Mill 505 Ball Ave NE, Grand Rapids

Free Thursday King Trivia at Vander Mill in Grand Rapids. October 29, 7–9 PM; separate date from Wednesday's music bingo.

Free

Spooky Trivia Night Vol. 177

Küsterer Brauhaus 642 Bridge Street NW, Grand Rapids

Trivia Cat and Küsterer Brauhaus host free Halloween-themed trivia with spooky questions, teams of any size and gift-card prizes. Thursday, October 29, 7–9 PM in Grand Rapids. Ages 21+ are […]

Free

Haggis X-1

Midtown at Studio Park 123 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids

Haggis X-1 performs live at Midtown at Studio Park as part of its October tour. Confirmed event schedule: Thursday, October 29, 7–11 PM.

American Aquarium + Kalyn Fay

The Intersection — Elevation 133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids

American Aquarium performs at Elevation at The Intersection with Kalyn Fay. Verified start: 19:30 local time. The actual ending time has not been confirmed; check with the organizer.

Noah Gundersen + Runnner + Breakup Shoes

The Pyramid Scheme 68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids

Noah Gundersen takes the stage at The Pyramid Scheme with Runnner and Breakup Shoes. Confirmed performance schedule: Thursday, October 29, 7:30–11 PM.

Chris Webby + Dizzy Wright + Fangz + Otis Julius

The Intersection 133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids

Chris Webby headlines at The Intersection with Dizzy Wright, Fangz and Otis Julius. Verified start: 20:00 local time. The actual ending time has not been confirmed; check with the organizer.

Latin Dancing at The B.O.B.

H.O.M.E. at The B.O.B. 20 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids

Thursday weekly Latin dancing through Oct30 1AM, DJ Amistad Latina, lessons 8–9PM. Distinct from Friday/Saturday Halloween parents. Venue: H.O.M.E. at The B.O.B., Grand Rapids Admission: No admission/registration fee Age restriction: […]

HARRYWEEN — Harry Styles Dance Night

The Intersection — The Stache 133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave SW, Grand Rapids

HARRYWEEN is a Harry Styles-themed dance night at The Stache at The Intersection. Verified start: 20:30 local time. The actual ending time has not been confirmed; check with the organizer.