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.

  • GVSU Veterans Day Celebration 2026

    GVSU Richard M. DeVos Center — Loosemore Auditorium 401 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    GVSU Veterans Day Celebration at Loosemore Auditorium in the Richard M. DeVos Center, 401 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, on November 11. Free reception begins at 5 p.m.; doors at 5:30 p.m.; main program 6–7:30 p.m. Navy Captain J.J. Cummings speaks. Free admission with required registration, free validated parking, and virtual attendance option.

    Free; registration required
  • Maybe Happy Ending — Wednesday, November 11

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

    Broadway Grand Rapids presents Maybe Happy Ending at DeVos Performance Hall on Wednesday, November 11, at 7:30 p.m. Separate performance from Tuesday. Actual end time has not been confirmed; 7:30 p.m. is the start, not the finish. Check official ticket source for current prices.

  • Man Vs Machine — Improv Comedy Show

    The Comedy Project 540 Leonard St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Watch improvisers compete against AI-written scenes based on audience suggestions.Admission: $15 (includes fees). Official event information.

    $ (includes fees)15
  • Bryan Andrews — Taking My Flag Back Tour

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

    Hear country songs about small-town life, inequality and patriotism, with Lou Ridley opening.Age: All ages.

  • Kevin Bozeman at Dr. Grins — 11-12 20:00 show

    Dr. Grins Comedy Club 20 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Enjoy stand-up that takes on sports, pop culture and politics.Age: 18+ (under-21 ID hold policy).

    $13.36
  • Coffee with Bob — Grand Rapids Symphony

    St. Cecilia Music Center 24 Ransom Ave NE, Grand Rapids

    Hear conductor Bob Bernhardt and violinist Grace Kim in a relaxed morning concert with coffee and doughnuts.Official event information.

  • Grand Rapids Comic-Con 2026 — Friday

    DeVos Place 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Meet comic creators and pop-culture guests while exploring cosplay, artist alley and fan programming.Admission: $35 adult before fees. Official event information.

    $ adult before fees35
  • Pleasure Towne at Horrocks Market

    Horrocks Market — Greenhouse 4455 Breton Rd SE, Kentwood

    Hear Pleasure Towne perform live in the indoor greenhouse.Admission: Free. Official event information.

    Free
  • Tanger Outlets Holiday Tree Lighting

    Tanger Outlets Grand Rapids 350 84th St SW, Byron Center, MI

    Celebrate the holiday tree lighting with Santa and free family activities.Admission: Free. Official event information.

    Free
  • Deos Contemporary Ballet — Giselle

    Union High School Performing Arts Center 1800 Tremont Blvd NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

    Watch a reimagined ballet of love, betrayal and ghostly brides.

    $ general admission45
  • Whitehorse at Midtown

    Midtown at Studio Park 123 Ionia Ave SW, Grand Rapids

    Hear a Canadian duo blend folk, rock and roots sounds.

    $25
  • The Phantom Carriage — Silent Film with Live Organ

    Grand Rapids Public Museum 272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids

    Watch a Swedish silent horror classic accompanied live on the Mighty Wurlitzer theater organ.Admission: $20 general / $16 museum members. Official event information.

    $16 – $20