Our guide to events, goings-on and things to do in Grand Rapids and all around West Michigan for the month of October.
Samantha Bee has never been one to shy away from uncomfortable topics, whether she was skewering politicians on her late night show “Full Frontal,” or diving headfirst into the absurdities of American life.
Get Out is your monthly guide to what's great in the great outdoors. The funny thing about summer feeling like it’s winding down, is that in some ways it’s just hitting its peak. This is true at the many farmers markets and produce stands around town where we can finally get locally grown goods. In West Michigan, it takes as long as it takes, and it’s worth the wait!
Our guide to events, goings-on and things to do in Grand Rapids and all around West Michigan for the month of September. We have concerts with artists like Poppy, Weird Al Yankovic and The Lumineers, block parties and street fairs, food and beer festivals, art and craft markets, and of course, ArtPrize! Check it out.
Friendship is the foundation and the future of the Laughter on the Lakeshore Comedy Festival, returning for its second year in downtown Muskegon, Aug. 29-30. Initially the brainchild of local comedian/promoter/producer Ricarlo Williams-Winston of RJN Comedy, Laughter on the Lakeshore took over four bars and businesses last summer as it welcomed comedy fans for a weekend filled with laughs, connection and beachside vibes.
Get Out is your monthly guide to what's great in the great outdoors. We're always looking for spots to kayak besides the obvious big river we have right here in GR. For one, there aren’t a lot of rental options for paddling the Grand (except Parks & Rec, who recently took over the Saturday trips from GR Outside). Beyond that, every waterway has its own personality and scenery, and being able to experience different surrounds is part of the allure of kayaking!
Our guide to events, goings-on and things to do in Grand Rapids and all around West Michigan for the month of August. We have big comedians like Rainn Wilson and Josh Johnson, outdoor cinema, concerts with artists like Hardy and The Red Jumpsuit Apparatus, and a ton of festivals, Breakaway, Burning Foot, Suds on the Shore, GR8 Taco Fest and Yassou! Check it out.
Sun out, tunes on, windows down, snacks acquired—it’s time for a road trip. Summer means getting out and exploring, and Michigan has more than enough opportunities for you to do just that. You could visit one of the many other West Michigan towns for a quick day trip, or rent a BnB for a mini vacation. Or pack a bag and make the journey up north, whether it’s to Traverse City, Petoskey or across the bridge.
Our guide to events, goings-on and things to do in Grand Rapids and all around West Michigan for the month of June. We have beloved comedians like Jim Gaffigan, music festivals like Upheaval and the return of T-Rex Fest, food and beer festivals, art markets, summer movie series, and more!
Your Monthly Guide to What’s Great in the Great Outdoors. When warm weather starts rolling in, the first thing we think about is how soon we can get on the water.
