People First Economy

Wine on Thursdays
2026-06-04 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-11 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-18 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-06-25 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-02 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-09 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-16 16:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-23 16:00 - 20:00 (America/Detroit) and 11 more dates
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!

First Fridays in East Hills
2026-06-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-07-03 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-07 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-09-04 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-10-02 18:00 - 20:00
Shop is open late with select books 30% off

3rd Thursday
2026-06-18 16:00 - 20:00
GRCM is open late with $3 admission from 4-8pm! While you’re downtown, check out some of the other businesses in the Hotel District participating in 3rd Thursdays!

3rd Thursdays
2026-06-18 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-07-16 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-08-20 17:00 - 21:00, 2026-09-17 17:00 - 21:00
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 of downtown Grand Rapids including Heartside, the Hotel District, Studio Park, and North Monroe. Each month over 25 participating venues will host special 3rd Thursday-only art exhibitions, special events and sales.

Day of Play Celebration
2026-07-26 11:00 - 16:00
Mark your calendar for July 26, 2026! Our 9th Annual Day of Play Celebration is taking play to the streets! With the Rainbow Road closed to traffic, families will enjoy free admission to the museum, outdoor play experiences, bubbles, crafts, performances, and hands-on activities led by dozens of community partners. Whether you’re blowing bubbles, creating art, or dancing in the foam, there’s something for everyone at this ultimate celebration of play!
