Downtown Things To Do

Downtown Things To Do

Grand Rapids offers an exceptional variety of activities and experiences that showcase why it's become one of the Midwest's most exciting destinations. Whether you're exploring world-renowned attractions like Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, discovering local creativity through art galleries and museums, or enjoying the outdoors along the Grand River trails, Beer City USA keeps visitors and locals entertained year-round.

Spend your days browsing unique boutiques in walkable neighborhoods like Eastown, then experience Grand Rapids' vibrant nightlife and live music scene after dark. Active travelers can hit the links at scenic golf courses, paddle the Grand River through downtown, or explore miles of hiking and biking trails. For deeper dives into what makes Grand Rapids special, discover the city's craft beer heritage, architectural gems, and thriving arts community that hosts ArtPrize—the world's largest art competition.

With hundreds of activities spanning every interest and energy level, Grand Rapids proves there's always something exciting to discover in West Michigan's most dynamic city.

Downtown Things To Do

The Bach Chorale of Grand Rapids

Various Grand Rapids Locations

Terryberry Gallery

24 Ransom NE.

Sweda Studio

1121 Fulton St E

Purpose Training Studio

11 Jefferson St. SE

Lex Facial Bar and Spa

48 Logan St SW

Lifestyle Kitchen Studio

222 E FULTON

Living Water Adventures

Various Grand Rapids Locations

Magic Shuttle Bus GR

Various GR Locations

Mel Styles

315 S. Division

Mercy Supply

634 Wealthy St.

Metal Art Studio

978 Cherry St SE

Midtown

123 Ionia Ave. SW

Muse SE

501 eastern Ave. se

Niksi Home & Floral

121 Ionia Ave. SW

Paddle North

1048 Wealthy St SE

Peter Martin Wege Theatre

341 Ellsworth SW

Arts Marketplace

121 Ionia Ave. SW

RunGR

Various Grand Rapids Locations

Stoffer Home

714 Wealthy St SE

Spice Merchants

435 Ionia Ave. SW

Skelletones

133 Division Ave. S

Shinola

40 Monroe Center St. NW

Service Reproduction

340 Summer Ave. NW

Second Vibess

13 Division Ave. S

Events in Downtown

Decadent Spirit: French Art at the Turn of the Century
Art Exhibits

Decadent Spirit: French Art at the Turn of the Century

Sun, Jun 7th
Grand Rapids Art Museum
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Iration
Concerts

Iration

Sun, Jun 7th
The Intersection
The Spirit of Independence: Artists’ Reflections on Freedom
Museum Exhibits

The Spirit of Independence: Artists’ Reflections on Freedom

Sun, Jun 7th
Grand Rapids Art Museum
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King Trivia at The Knickerbocker

King Trivia at The Knickerbocker

Tue, Jun 9th
New Holland - The Knickerbocker
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Open Mic Night at Founders Brewing Co. with Big Jake Bootstrap
Open Mic Nights

Open Mic Night at Founders Brewing Co. with Big Jake Bootstrap

Tue, Jun 9th
Founders Brewing Company
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Trivia at Mammoth GR

Trivia at Mammoth GR

Tue, Jun 9th
Mammoth Distilling Cocktail Lounge
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