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 Intersection

133 Cesar E. Chavez Ave. SW

Grand Rapids Symphony

300 Ottawa Ave. NW

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum Store

303 Pearl St. NW

Grand Rapids Running Tours

All tours start/end downtown JW Marriott Lobby

House Rules Lounge

404 Ionia Ave.

Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum

303 Pearl St. NW

Grand Rapids Public Museum

272 Pearl St. NW

Gazelle Sports Downtown

52 Monroe Center St NW

Grand Rapids Downtown Market

435 Ionia Ave. SW

Fluoridation Sculpture

South side of the JW Marriott Grand Rapids

Monument Park

3 Fulton St. E

Mooney Park

501 Prospect SE

Pearl Street Bridge

252 Pearl St NW

The Blue Bridge

Blue Footbridge

Veterans Memorial Park

101 Fulton St E

Meyer May House

450 Madison Ave. SE

ArtPrize

41 Sheldon Blvd SE

ArtRat Gallery

46 Division Ave. S

Attraction Pass GR

Various GR Locations

Boutique Emmanuel

220 Lyon Street

Broadway Grand Rapids

122 Lyon St. NW

Brush Studio

11 Ionia Ave. NW

DeVos Performance Hall

303 Monroe Ave. NW

Grand Rapids Art Museum Guided Tours

101 Monroe Center NW

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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