Events & Activities

Riverside Parkrun

12 Oct 2024 A free, fun, and friendly 5k community event happening every Saturday this year. Walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate – it's up to you!

Riverside Park, 2001 Monroe Ave NE, Grand Rapids 49505

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Making Strides Against Breast Cancer

19 Oct 2024 Making Strides is a community walk to raise awareness and funds for Breast Cancer in West Michigan (American Cancer Society event). There will a DJ, balloon twister, face painting and more to enjoy!

Calder Plaza, 300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids 49503

Grand Rapids Marathon

20 Oct 2024 The 21st Annual Grand Rapids Marathon will give runners a tour of downtown Grand Rapids and then head out of the city and into the beautiful trails of Millennium Park to show just how great Michigan is in the fall. Make sure to check out the course maps to best avoid road closures, (Winter-Fulton-Seward-Leonard-Broadway-Sixth-Monroe-Watson-Front-Weathly).

David D. Hunting YMCA + race routes, 475 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids 49504

Apartment Lounge Rock the Block Party

20 Oct 2024 A new yearly neighborhood event to help raise money to paint rainbow road and continue working the Apartment Launch Foundation! There will be music, food trucks, and drinks all day long!

The Apartment Lounge, 33 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids 49503

Walk to End Alzheimer's

26 Oct 2024 World's largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's care, support and research.

Calder Plaza, 300 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids 49503

Alger Heights Halloween 5K Run

26 Oct 2024 A 5K race/walk/run through one of Grand Rapid's most beloved neighborhoods. Costumes are encouraged! There will be a photo booth and enter the free costume contest for best individual, groups of 4 or more, ages 10 and under, and ages 18 and under. Avoid road closures days of race route: (Walsh-Union-Mulford-College-Hoyt-S. Ottillia-Edna-Marshall-Alger-Brooklyn).

Brass Ring Brewing, 2404 Eastern Ave SE, Grand Rapids 49507

CanceledFly for Good Halloween

26 Oct 2024 For these 5K and 10K runs, participants are chip-timed as they run through scenic Alger Heights during peak fall colors. Kids can participate in a free Fun Run.

Alger Heights Middle School, 921 Alger St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49507, Grand Rapids 

Oddities on Ottawa

26 Oct 2024 Grand Rapid's largest Halloween block party on Ottawa!
General admission will feature various DJs throughout the day, costume contest, food trucks, beer and cocktail tents, and will show the MSU vs U of M game. Upgrade to VIP status for access to special parking, private bathrooms, and special access to Garage Bar and Chicago Beef Joint. Ottawa Street will be closed (Mason-Newberry).

Grand Rapids Garage Bar & Grill, 819 Ottawa Ave NW, Grand Rapids 49503

Howl-Oween

26 Oct 2024 This free family-friendly event features a pet costume contest, local pet-friendly vendors, a craft beer tent, live music, and a variety of festive activities. Don’t miss out on the chance to mingle with fellow pet lovers and enjoy a day full of festive fun and tail-wagging excitement.

Wilcox Park, 100 Youell SE, Grand Rapids 49503

Grand Rapids Dia de los Muertos Festival

26 Oct 2024 A cultural event where Latin American altars honor family and friends who have passed away. Come celebrate with music, Latin food, workshops and crafts. On Sunday October 27th at 2pm there will be a Day of the Dead processional leading to Roosevelt Park for the main events. Avoid the street closure for the hour on Cesar E. Chavez Ave from Cooks Arts Center to Roosevelt Park SW.

Roosevelt Park, 739 Van Raalte Dr SW, Grand Rapids 49503

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