Join us for Rapid Art Movement, a 50-minute immersive, interactive art experience happening on January 24th and 25th! This event will take you on a creative journey through art, performances and poetry as you travel on a DASH bus in the heart of Grand Rapids. Board the bus at Monroe Ave at Rosa Park […]
Experience the rich cultural tradition of Native Hoop Dancing with Malcolm McDonald, a proud member of the Bodwéwadmi (Potawatomi) tribe. Malcolm’s performance blends storytelling, dance and music to share the deep traditions of his people. What to Expect: Native Hoop Dancing: Watch Malcolm perform the intricate art of hoop dancing, symbolizing the interconnectedness of […]
Join us for a live ice carving experience at Ice Breaker! Watch a giant block of ice transform into a stunning sculpture, created from a design chosen by the community. This free, family-friendly event is perfect for all ages! What to Expect: Live Ice Carving: Watch as local artists carve a massive block of […]
Join us for Rapid Art Movement, a 50-minute immersive, interactive art experience happening on January 24th and 25th! This event will take you on a creative journey through art, performances and poetry as you travel on a DASH bus in the heart of Grand Rapids. Board the bus at Monroe Ave at Rosa Park […]
Experience the outdoor art that transforms Downtown Grand Rapids into a winter wonderland. Join local expert Caroline Cook for a Free Guided Walking Tour, offered 5 times throughout the festival. Each tour follows the same route, showcasing the city's stunning art installations up close. What to Expect: Expert Guide: Caroline Cook provides behind-the-scenes insights […]
Join us for a family-friendly night of fun in Grand Rapids! Enjoy fire performances, figure skating routines and a lively street party with food trucks, interactive activities and live entertainment. Come for the performances, stay for the fun! Schedule: 6:00 PM – Fire Skater Performance 6:30 PM – Dance Performers on Monroe Center 7:00 […]
Get ready for a day of frosty fun, delicious food and an immersive sound experience at the Ice Park & Food Truck Rally! What to Expect: Ice Games: Challenge yourself with fun games made entirely out of ice by Ice Guru Events Connect 4 * Bowling * Foosball Chess Checkers Tic Tac Toe Corn […]
Join us for a reflective walking tour exploring the African American experience in Grand Rapids, from 1826 to today. Led by Caroline Cook, this tour highlights key stories, events and landmarks that shaped the city's African American community. Offered 3 times throughout the festival, each tour follows the same route. What to Expect: Guided Historical […]
Join us for the 7th Annual Chilly Challenge—a 7-week walking series that explores Downtown Grand Rapids like never before! Each week, enjoy a 60-minute guided walk with local expert Caroline Cook, uncovering hidden gems, history and culture. Walk Schedule: Jan 9 at 12:00 pm | Lapping the Landmarks Jan 16 at 12:00 pm | […]
Get Your Groove on and join us for a disco-themed skate night! Skate to funky beats, rock your best retro look and have a blast on the ice. What to Expect: 3 Disco DJs: Enjoy classic and modern disco hits all night long. DJ Bob Marino, M.O. and Dreas. Ice Skating Fun: Skate under vibrant […]
Get ready to werk, honey! Winter’s a DRAG is back and bigger than ever! Hosted with Michigan Drag Brunch, this annual drag extravaganza features two high-energy sets of fierce performances from Michigan's finest queens AND a special RuPaul’s Drag Race queen you won’t want to miss… Our headliner for the day is the incomparable... YVIE […]
Experience the outdoor art that transforms Downtown Grand Rapids into a winter wonderland. Join local expert Caroline Cook for a Free Guided Walking Tour, offered 5 times throughout the festival. Each tour follows the same route, showcasing the city's stunning art installations up close. What to Expect: Expert Guide: Caroline Cook provides behind-the-scenes insights […]
