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.

  • Zoo Goes Boo 2026

    John Ball Zoo 1300 W Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    John Ball Zoo’s major Halloween attraction returns across three weekends with daytime general-admission programming.

  • Michigan’s Farm Garden Autumn Family Activities

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

    Family-focused autumn activities in Michigan's Farm Garden. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed

  • Hometown Heroes Weekend — Dunneback Girls

    Ed Dunneback & Girls Farm Market 3025 6 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids

    Fall farm activities, music and free admission for eligible local heroes. Price: See official event page Age: Not listed

  • The Notebook — Broadway Grand Rapids

    DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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

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

    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

    Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm 3025 6 Mile Rd NW, Grand Rapids

    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

    Peter Martin Wege Theatre 341 Ellsworth Ave SW, Grand Rapids

    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

    Billy's Lounge 1437 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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

    Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater 1000 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Live music in the outdoor amphitheater during the Autumn Weekends program. Price: Included with admission; free for members Age: Not listed

  • GVSU Vocal Showcase Concert

    Cook-DeWitt Center Allendale

    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.

  • Jazz Jam with Tommy Pancy — Oct. 18

    Speciation Cellars 928 Wealthy St SE, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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

    DeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    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.