Get a free live portrait! Local Artist, Abby Haywood, draws live portraits of visitors from a whimsical shipping container! As guests take a seat, she asks fun questions and sketches their likeness in real time. When the drawing is finished, she slides it out of the booth for them to take home, a unique free […]
Get ready for an immersive audiovisual journey. Brett Bolton is a Las Vegas–based artist who blends live drumming with generative projection art, creating performances that react and evolve in real time. Using drums and a touchpad, Brett triggers and controls tightly connected musical and visual systems. Every sound shapes what you see on screen, turning […]
Kick off the 2026 Winter Olympics with a Team USA Watch Party at Studio Park during World of Winter! Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. and Studio Park are teaming up to host a community watch party for the primetime airing of the Opening Ceremonies on the Studio Park Piazza big screen this Friday at 8 PM. […]
Get a free live portrait! Local Artist, Abby Haywood, draws live portraits of visitors from a whimsical shipping container! As guests take a seat, she asks fun questions and sketches their likeness in real time. When the drawing is finished, she slides it out of the booth for them to take home, a unique free […]
Check out our Valentine's Day Pop-up at Rosa Parks Circle. Join us for ice skating, live music, free roses and festive surprises, all part of World of Winter. What’s Happening: Live Saxophone Performance: Smooth, romantic vibes to soundtrack your afternoon. Free Roses: Our Downtown Ambassadors will be handing out free roses, take one for yourself […]
Get a free live portrait! Local Artist, Abby Haywood, draws live portraits of visitors from a whimsical shipping container! As guests take a seat, she asks fun questions and sketches their likeness in real time. When the drawing is finished, she slides it out of the booth for them to take home, a unique free […]
Get a free live portrait! Local Artist, Abby Haywood, draws live portraits of visitors from a whimsical shipping container! As guests take a seat, she asks fun questions and sketches their likeness in real time. When the drawing is finished, she slides it out of the booth for them to take home, a unique free […]
Join us inside Cellar Bird Books for a magical afternoon of stories, snacks and sparkle! On February 15, Michigan Drag Brunch queens will bring LGBTQ+ stories (and some fabulous drag-themed books!) to life with a whole lot of personality. What to Expect: Story time with Drag Queens: Celebrate diversity and self-expression through books Juice Boxes […]
Get a free live portrait! Local Artist, Abby Haywood, draws live portraits of visitors from a whimsical shipping container! As guests take a seat, she asks fun questions and sketches their likeness in real time. When the drawing is finished, she slides it out of the booth for them to take home, a unique free […]
Circus Wonderland is a can't miss event! Step into a magical night of circus acts, games, performances and more. This event is perfect for the whole family to enjoy. What to Expect: Carnival Style Games: Play to win small and big prizes! Fire Performers from GR Entertainment Group: Be mesmerized by fire breathers, fire […]
Celebrate the season with hands-on winter fun and wildlife encounters. Join us on Monroe Center for a winter nature-themed event for all ages. Schedule: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM: Paint the Rink at Rosa Parks Circle Chamberlain Petting Zoo Winter Animal Photo Op: Meet a visitor from the Outdoor Discovery Center 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM: Face Painting by […]
Get a free live portrait! Local Artist, Abby Haywood, draws live portraits of visitors from a whimsical shipping container! As guests take a seat, she asks fun questions and sketches their likeness in real time. When the drawing is finished, she slides it out of the booth for them to take home, a unique free […]
