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Christmas Light Shows in West Michigan for 2022
It’s hard to find an activity brimming with more Christmas cheer than going to a Christmas light show. Whether at a neighbor’s house or a polished event, they all lift spirits and make holiday memories. Computerized Christmas light shows rely on microchips, pixels, and LED lights to create...
12 Days of Giveaways
Zoo memberships are 10% off through December 12th. Use code “2022GIFT” at checkout. – 20% on all in-Zoo purchases including retail, food and beverage, and experiences like camel rides and zip-line. – Discounted admission to special events. – Early-access to registration for education programs. – Exclusive access to...
Basketball for Kids in Grand Rapids: 20+ Basketball Teams & Training Places
Basketball for Kids Starts as Early as Age 5 in Michigan. Signups can fill up quickly, and there are many super competitive programs for serious players. Thankfully, there are also a lot of “laid back” options for kids who just want to have fun or learn the game.
Grand Rapids MI: Past & Present
Grand Rapids MI is Michigan’s second-largest city, after Detroit. Most mitten-dwellers shorten the city name to GR and know that it’s a great destination if you’re looking for bigger city amenities without the traffic and other challenges that come with visiting a place the size of Chicago.
FREE Christmas Events & Activities Around Grand Rapids – 2022
Jingle All The Way And Keep The Jangle In Your Pocket. Grand Rapids is never at a loss for epic Christmas events. And the best part is many of these are free Christmas events and activities throughout West Michigan. You can always catch a great holiday parade, find Christmas lights,...
Christmas Lite Show – 25 Years of Lighting up Faces
The largest, animated drive-through light show in West Michigan returns for “Another Year of Magic!”. From the comfort of your car, experience nearly two miles of Christmas magic including animated displays, lighted tunnels, and over 1 million lights. Open daily from Wednesday, November 23 through Saturday, December 31, 2022.
10 Merry & Bright Walk Through Christmas Lights Experiences in Michigan for 2022
Is taking a walk through Christmas lights on your Christmas activities bingo card? It’s on mine!. More and more holiday light festivals are popping up across the state. While special features of each destination differ, the magic of trees aglow after dark brings magic to each of these events.
Rosa Parks Circle Ice Skating 2022-23: Reservations & Walk-Up Skating Available
Skating Reservations open at 8 am on Wednesday, November 16, 2022. Rosa Parks Circle ice skating has won over the hearts of Grand Rapidians. It’s hard to believe that the space has been serving as an ice rink since the early 2000s!. It’s true. And now, bundling up for...
The Berlin Raceway: Visit for High-Speed Family Fun
The Berlin Raceway is West Michigan’s Racing Destination. The Berlin Raceway, in Marne (15 minutes NW of Downtown GR), is West Michigan’s only NASCAR-sanctioned track. It offers fast-paced, up-close racing sure to speed up your heart rate. The Berlin Raceway has been thrilling spectators of all ages with...
Walk Through the Lights + Santa Visits Return to Gull Meadow Farms in 2022
West Michigan families love visiting Gull Meadow Farms throughout the year, especially during the Christmas season. Tickets for the 2022 Gull Meadow Farms Christmas Events are available to be purchased online beginning November 12th at 9:00 AM for two favorite events:. • Visits With Santa. • Walk Through the Lights.
GR is Getting a LEGO® Shop! Bricks & Minifigs Opens in Dec!
Bricks & Minifigs Grand Rapids, 2927 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512. Bricks & Minifigs®, the Grand Rapids one-stop shop to buy, sell, and trade all things LEGO®, will open December 10 at 2927 Breton Road SE. Visit their Facebook Page →. BUY, SELL, & TRADE LEGO®...
Meijer Gardens Christmas 2022: Dazzling Lights, Santa Claus, Christmas Trees, Railway Garden & More
1000 East Beltline Avenue NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525. The Annual Meijer GardeNs Christmas Trees Exhibit Returns. Every year, just before Thanksgiving, Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Parks kicks off the holiday season with their University of Michigan Health-West Christmas & Holiday Traditions Exhibit. More about Visiting Meijer Gardens ➡
Clara’s Nutcracker Party: Brunch for All, Mimosas for ages 21+
Amway Grand Plaza’s Ambassador Ballroom • 187 Monroe NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. Hosted by the Grand Rapids Ballet at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, Clara’s Nutcracker Party is a joyous event where kids can meet their favorite characters from Grand Rapids Ballet’s The Nutcracker in a fun and festive fantasy land.
New Restaurants & New Businesses in Greater Grand Rapids
We’re pretty sure you already know about all of the old standbys in West Michigan. The question is – are you ready to try something new, maybe for your next date night idea?. Hope so, because we’ve scouted the area to create this list of new restaurants and...
Grand Rapids Scooters: Your Burning Questions Answered
Get Ready to Cruise Downtown on an Electric Scooter. Have you noticed the electric scooters downtown? They’ve become a popular way to access all the amazing things to do in Grand Rapids. And they’re really fun!. Do you want to try the Grand Rapids scooters too, but don’t...
Grand Rapids 9 Best Rooftop Bars Give Soaring Views of the City
Grab a Jacket, Order a Drink & Enjoy Views from Grand Rapids’ Best Rooftop Bars. Looking for a place to enjoy the seasons, a drink, and maybe even a sunset?. Grand Rapids is home to many elevated and rooftop bars, some with a view that can’t be missed.
Cabela’s Santa: Free Photos & Santa Visits Return for 2022 – How to Get Reservations
Santa arrived at Santa’s Wonderland at Cabela’s in Grandville on Nov. 5th and is taking appointments for free Santa visits. This is one of the earliest places open in the West Michigan area where you can see Santa. Cabela’s also has locations in Michigan in:. – Saginaw.
Ultimate Christmas Activities Around Grand Rapids – 2022
Christmas Activities Include Sleigh Rides, Light Shows, Reindeer, Trains & More. Christmas in Michigan, and especially in Grand Rapids, is a magical time, filled with Christmas events. If you are like me, you want to soak in as many of these holiday moments and Christmas activities as you can. This...
School Board Elections are Tuesday & They’re a Big Deal
Gone are the days of sleepy school board meetings and uneventful school board elections. As news outlets across the country have reported, school board meetings have become increasingly contentious, especially over the past year. Our local schools are experiencing this as well. Election day is Tuesday, November 8, 2022. With...
The 10 Jolliest Christmas Parades in West Michigan – And When to See Them
Kicking off the holiday season with a Christmas parade is one of the most festive Christmas Events of the season. Santa Parades are a wonderful way to usher in the holiday season and see the big guy in action!. Communities across West Michigan host holiday Christmas parades, many featuring Santa...
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