• June Wine School: A Toast to Summer

    Wine School is in session! This year we are selling all tickets online to make it more convenient to reserve your spot. Seating is limited, and our events sell out quickly, so be sure to purchase your tickets today! The cost to attend is $55 per person which includes wine, food, and the class. Never […]

  • The Wizard of Oz

    Young Dorothy Gale and her dog Toto are swept away by a tornado from their Kansas farm to the magical Land of Oz, and embark on a quest with three […]

  • Grand Rapids Lantern Festival

    Grand Rapids Lantern Festival

    APRIL 10 – JUNE 16 WEDNESDAY – SUNDAY | 7:30PM – 11:30PM The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival is a truly breathtaking experience for all ages. John Ball Zoo is the first and only place you can see these incredible works of art in Michigan. The lantern festival will feature handcrafted Asian lantern displays that will […]

  • Relax at Rosa Concert Series | Jordan Hamilton

    DATE & TIME:Thursday, June 13 from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM RECURRING EVENT:This event happens every Thursday from May 2 - September 12(Except for 7/4/24). See the line up https://bit.ly/relaxatrosa24 LOCATION:Rosa […]

  • Wine on Thursdays

    Wine on Thursdays

    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 with our staff while you sip!

  • Live Music on the Patio

    Live Music on the Patio

    Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks!  Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, […]

  • Inside Out 2: Movie Premiere & Conversation

    Join Maranda from WOOD TV8 for an opening night screening of Inside Out 2, followed by a short community conversation. All are welcome; the post-film conversation will be directed toward upper elementary and middle school students! Feelings 101: Navigate the Colorful World of EmotionsJoin licensed therapist and certified prevention experts from Wedgwood and Dr. Lisa […]

  • June Coffee Hour

    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 […]

  • RendeZoo 2024: Illuminate the Night

    John Ball Zoo's biggest fundraising event of the year will take place during the beautiful Grand Rapids Lantern Festival and offer a variety of local food, drinks, and entertainment, all […]

  • Friday Nights at Bobarino’s

    Friday Nights at Bobarino’s

    TGIF at Bobarino's! This venue on the 2nd floor of The B.O.B. offers something for everyone with alternating themed DJ nights from 10pm-1am. Throwback nights feature retro hits from the '60s through early 2000s with DJ Jay Vee. Country nights offer all of your favorite country hits with DJ the DJ! Check out the schedule […]

  • Eve Nightclub at the B.O.B

    Eve Nightclub at the B.O.B

    The weekend is calling, and so is the dance floor!  Elevate your weekend game and join us at Eve Nightclub every Friday and Saturday for the ultimate night life experience. […]

  • Loving Day Celebration

    Join us for West Michigan’s Loving Day Celebration, in partnership with the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum and Ebony Road Players. We will celebrate the many different faces of family at […]

  • Flights & Insights

    Flights & Insights

    Ready to elevate your Saturday afternoons? Join us starting February 10th at 3pm for Flights & Insights - the newest beer experience at Brewery Vivant!  Sip on a flight of delicious Vivant […]

  • Live Music on the Patio

    Live Music on the Patio

    Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks!  Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, […]

  • Sunset Cinema | 10 Things I Hate About You

    DATE & TIME:Saturday, June 15 at 8:00 PM LOCATION:Studio Park Piazza ABOUT THE EVENT:No tickets needed! Your top movie picks are in! Enjoy FREE Outdoor Movies at Studio Park this […]

  • Eve Nightclub at the B.O.B

    Eve Nightclub at the B.O.B

    The weekend is calling, and so is the dance floor!  Elevate your weekend game and join us at Eve Nightclub every Friday and Saturday for the ultimate night life experience. […]

  • Commander Night

    Bring your A-game, your favorite Commander deck and your thirst for victory. The battlefield awaits, and the taps are flowing! There's a $5 entree fee at the door. This event […]

  • Live Music on the Patio

    Live Music on the Patio

    Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Boatwerks!  Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful Lake Macatawa from 5:30-8:30 pm on Thursdays, Saturdays, […]

  • She is Conann

    The Grand Rapids Film Society Presents: She is Conann Hellhound Rainer roams the abyss, following Conann in each phase of her life, from childhood as a slave to Sanja through […]

  • Run or Walk with Gazelle Sports Kalamazoo

    Run or Walk with Gazelle Sports Kalamazoo

    As much as we love connecting with you via Facebook, there’s nothing like group runs/walks and track workouts to build deeper connections. The Kalamazoo Herd is a free running & walking group that meets every Tuesday from the store @ 5:30 PM. Track workouts are offered on the first Tuesday of the month. Walkers & […]

  • Live Music on the Patio

    Live Music on the Patio

    Your evening plans just got better: scenic views, tasty food, and LIVE tunes at Cork Wine & Grille!  Join us on the patio overlooking the beautiful golf course on Tuesdays from […]

  • June Wine School: California

    Wine School is in session! This year we are selling all tickets online to make it more convenient to reserve your spot. Seating is limited, and our events sell out […]

  • House Party

    Play's parents are out of town, and he's planning the house party to end all house parties. His best friend, Kid, wants to go more than anything, knowing Sydney (Tisha […]

  • Breakfast with the Animals

    Start your morning on the wild side! Enjoy a sunrise breakfast on the South America Boardwalk, followed by a guided tour to two animal exhibits of your choosing. One group […]

  • INT’L Cafe at Brewery Vivant

    INT’L Cafe at Brewery Vivant

    Welcome to the brand new Grand Rapids Chapter of INT'L CAFE. Join in on our fun loving flavor of language cafe/intercambio style social language immersion events. Vivant will be hosting a language cafe every first and third Wednesday of the month so you can speak/sign your languages of choice. Spend your social hours with us […]

  • June Wine School: Patio Pounders

    Wine School is in session! This year we are selling all tickets online to make it more convenient to reserve your spot. Seating is limited, and our events sell out quickly, so be sure to purchase your tickets today! The cost to attend is $55 per person which includes wine, food, and the class. Never […]

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