World Chimp Day
Start your day off right having Breakfast with the Animals at John Ball Zoo! Breakfast will be served on the South American Boardwalk, followed by a guided tour to two […]
Start your day off right having Breakfast with the Animals at John Ball Zoo! Breakfast will be served on the South American Boardwalk, followed by a guided tour to two […]
Sip. Shop. Stroll. Third Thursdays is a multi-venue showcase of locally owned art galleries, retail spaces, restaurants, and cultural institutions along the free DASH shuttle route. It spans the neighborhoods […]
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo's 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft […]
Join us for the 6th Annual “Day of Play” Celebration on July 30, 2023 from noon-4pm at the Grand Rapids Children's Museum in downtown Grand Rapids. This community outreach initiative […]
WGVU’s KidsDay at the Zoo is back on Thursday, August 3rd! Join WGVU Public Media, John Ball Zoo, and all of our supporting partners for a fantastic day at the […]
Spend your summer nights at John Ball Zoo’s 21 and up concert series, Roaring Nights! Guests can stroll through the Zoo to see animal activities, while enjoying live music, craft […]
John Ball Zoo is celebrating our Lions and other felines, you could even say it’s a feline festival! Check out all of the educational activities by your favorite felines. Authentic […]
Celebrate short films with the Open Projector Night series, a recurring cinematic event presenting the work of local, regional, and national filmmakers with a Michigan connection. Enjoy a diverse range […]
Amaze & Amuse is a modern day magic show that features comedy, mind blowing magic and lots of audience participation held in the 60 seat intimate Koning Micro Cinema at […]
The Local First Coffee Hour events are a casual opportunity to connect with member businesses, hear about our upcoming programs, and learn how to build an economy that puts people […]
On Sunday, August 13th, from 10 AM to 3 PM, 100+ vendors will feature art, crafts, and locally grown flowers at Fulton Street Market! During your visit, eat among concessions […]
We are hosting a fun family fun event this Sunday, August 13th at 11:30 am! Come out and see Bounce, the bear, make a skydive! At approximately 11:30 am, we […]
Guess what? Broad Leaf's four year anniversary is coming up and we are ready to party the week away from August 15-20! Get ready for the ultimate celebrations with awesome […]
Live music from 6:00pm - 9:00pm!
A man and his sister discover something sinister in the skies above their California horse ranch, while the owner of a nearby theme park tries to profit from the mysterious, […]
Join us on Wednesday, August 16, from 10 to 11 AM, for a donation-based yoga class led by instructor Kate Benson. All skill levels and ages are welcome, bring your […]
EVERY THURSDAY EVENING FROM 4 – 8PM… Stop in for wine tasting! We always have 2-3 options open and encourage you to grab a taste and shop around or talk […]
Sip. Shop. Stroll. Third Thursdays is a multi-venue showcase of locally owned art galleries, retail spaces, restaurants, and cultural institutions along the free DASH shuttle route. It spans the neighborhoods […]
Live music from 6:00pm - 9:00pm!
As part of our week of anniversary celebration, we are welcoming back some Broad Leaf favorites! Headlining the evening is The Sailor Kicks! The Sailor Kicks are a local ska […]
At the Zoo, safety is of the utmost importance, and we want to celebrate all the community partners that help keep us safe! We’re partnering with local first responders as […]
Stand Up Comedy every Friday 9:30pm no cover 18+. Seating is limited be sure to show up early. Hosted by Joseph Johnson. Visit harmonybeer.com for full calendar of events
We are partnering with our friends Sammie B (@saammieb), Woosah, Bodies By Bread (@bodies_by_bread), and Outside Coffee Co to offer this monthly series of meetups. Come join us at Outside […]
"The Sandlot" at Sullivan Field Presented by Grand Rapids Film Society and Fans of Valley Field. Thank you to our sponsors! Grand River Reality Kolenda Art Glass Lake Michigan Credit […]
Come help us celebrate the end of our 4th anniversary week by enjoying the talents of Tipsy & The Kickstands! A very lively classic rock cover band from the GR […]
Gates open 75 minutes prior to show time, times subject to change. Joss Stone is a Grammy and Brit Award-winning artist who released her star-making critically acclaimed 2003 debut album, […]
Outdoor Storytimes Mondays, May 15, June 19, July 17, August 21, September 18, 2023, 10:30 - 11:00 am Lincoln Park - 231 Marion Ave NW, Grand Rapids 49504 If you […]
Live music from 6:00pm - 9:00pm!
Get outside, get moving and have fun with our awesome instructors with 16 classes happening weekly all summer! DESCRIPTION 30 minutes is all you need to get a full workout […]
In 1975, a group of five men are driving home after working in a forest when they see a mysterious light. Intrigued, Travis Walton (D.B. Sweeney) leaves the truck -- […]
Get outside, get moving and have fun with our awesome instructors with 16 classes happening all summer! DESCRIPTION Discover your inner yogi in a class that builds strength and body […]
Hulst Jepsen Physical Therapy is providing free gait analysis and consultations at Gazelle Sports every Wednesday with first appointment at 11:30 am and last appointment at 1:00 pm. Participants will […]
Torn muscles, sprained ankles and shin splints. These are just some of the injuries that plague athletes. And when you're injured, you have questions and you want answers. Come to […]
