ArtPrize 2026
Grand Rapids’ major citywide art competition returns for more than two weeks of installations, voting and public programming.
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Grand Rapids Events Calendar
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Events
Citywide Grand Rapids Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesStep Up for Down Syndrome 2026
FeaturedSpecial Olympics Michigan Unified Sports & Inclusion Center 160 68th St SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesDSAWM'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 eventBeer City Brewers Festival 2026
Calder Plaza 300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesBeer City Brewers Festival 2026 at Calder Plaza. Price: Free Age: All Ages; 21+ ID required for beer
FreeMike Talbot at Bostwick Lake Inn
Bostwick Lake Inn 8521 Belding Road NE, Rockford, MI, United StatesMike Talbot performs Saturday evening at Bostwick Lake Inn.
Project 90 at Cedar Springs Brewing Festival Celebration
Cedar Springs Brewing Company 95 N Main, Cedar Springs, MI, United StatesCedar 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.
FreeAzz-Izz at The Score
The Score 5301 Northland Dr NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesFree live music with Azz-Izz at The Score. Price: Free
FreeRed Clay Strays
Van Andel Arena 130 W Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesRed Clay Strays is a confirmed future public event at Van Andel Arena.
Joe Russo’s Almost Dead
GLC Live at 20 Monroe 11 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoe Russo's Almost Dead is a newly tracked future event on the current GLC Live schedule. Price: See official ticket page
See official ticket pageArtPrize Awards Celebration & Fashion Show
FeaturedAcrisure Amphitheater 201 Market Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesArtPrize 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 optionsLindsay Lou
The Big Room at SILVA 975 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesMichigan 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
The Pyramid Scheme 68 Commerce Ave SW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesLee Emi Record Release + Cal In Red
Rebekah Rhys at Vander Mill
Vander Mill 505 Ball Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesRebekah Rhys performs a free Saturday evening patio set at Vander Mill. Price: Free
FreeGlow Nights at Deep Roots
Deep Roots Produce 8410 Whitneyville Ave SE, Alto, MI, United StatesAfter-dark glow corn-maze night at Deep Roots Produce with glow sticks and illuminated maze checkpoints. Age: All ages
Chris Higgins
Dr. Grins Comedy Club 20 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesComedian 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
FeaturedDeVos Performance Hall 303 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesThe Grand Rapids Symphony performs music from across the Star Trek franchise. Price: Price varies Age: All Ages / family-friendly
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