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

Cherry Park

725 Cherry St SE

Downtown Dog Park Grand Rapids

210 Market Ave. SW

Gillett Bridge

Downtown Grand Rapids

Heartside Park

301 Ionia SW

Joe Taylor Park

1030 Bemis SE

Lyon Square

296 Lyon St NE

The Great Escape Room

233 Fulton St. E

Grand Rapids Downtown Market

435 Ionia Ave. SW

Gazelle Sports Downtown

52 Monroe Center St NW

Grand Rapids Public Museum

272 Pearl St. NW

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum

303 Pearl St. NW

House Rules Lounge

404 Ionia Ave.

Grand Rapids Running Tours

All tours start/end downtown JW Marriott Lobby

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum Store

303 Pearl St. NW

Grand Rapids Symphony

300 Ottawa Ave. NW

The Intersection

133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave. SW

GLC Live at 20 Monroe

11 Ottawa Ave. NW

Grammotones

120 Division Ave. S

GVSU Laker Store

101 Monroe Center St. NW

Grand Rapids African American Museum

87 Monroe Center St. NW

The Ruse Escape Rooms

25 Division Ave. S

The Spark

17 Fountain St. NW

The Stache at The Intersection

133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave. SW

St. Cecilia Music Center

24 Ransom Ave. NE

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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