Grand Rapids Holiday Shopping Guide 2025: Shop Local, Shine Bright
Grand Rapids Experience Gifts Everyone Loves ‘Tis the season of joy and time well spent with loved ones. This year, give a gift that can’t be wrapped – well, besides the […]
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Christmas | Drink | HeyGR | West Michigan
6 Best Christmas Bars & Restaurants in West MI, Plus Honorable Mentions – Great Date Night Ideas!
West MI’s Most Decked-Out Christmas Bars & Restaurants, Plus More! If you know where to go, you can get a seat at one of West Michigan’s festive restaurants and bars this holiday […]
Drink | HeyGR | West Michigan
Cheers to the Champs: Grand Rapids’ Best Cocktail Bars of 2025
Raising The Bar Shake, Stir, Sip, Repeat. Grand Rapids knows how to raise a glass – and this year’s cocktail scene proves it. From artful classics to inventive pours that push […]
Stay | Eat | Explore | HeyGR | West Michigan
Win a Treat! This Ada Hotel Giveaway has YOU Staying Local in Style
Win a Stay & Shop Giveaway from Discover Ada A new boutique hotel recently opened in Ada, and they’re giving away a sweet Stay & Play package so you can see […]
Eat | HeyGR | West Michigan
Bite into GR: The Ultimate Burgers and Fries Bucket List in Grand Rapids
Between the Buns: Where to Find the Tastiest Burgers & Fries in Grand Rapids Burgers and fries – the dynamic duo that never lets us down. Undoubtedly this meal holds a […]
Events | ArtPrize 2025 | HeyGR
ArtPrize 2025: 16 Days of Art, Events & Delightful Surprises
Get Set for ArtPrize 2025 ArtPrize is back, and Grand Rapids is turning into a giant art gallery from September 18 – October 4, 2025. For 16 days, the whole downtown […]
Events | HeyGR | West Michigan
NEW Art Festival Coming to GR This July!
“Art Meets Activism” in GR’s Newest Art Festival Buckle up, Grand Rapids! If you’re a fan of art festivals (or just an excuse to walk around downtown), you’re in for a […]
West Michigan | HeyGR | Life | Things to do | West Michigan Places | Winter
The Forecast? 100% Chance of Fun at Holland’s New Ice Park!
Holland’s Ice Park is about to be the coolest place for ice skating, curling, and winter fun for everyone. We’ve got all the chilly details.
HeyGR | Life | Things to do
Grand Rapids City Pools Season Passes Now Available
GR City Pool Passes Up for Grab Summer’s looking good in Grand Rapids! Season pool passes are officially available for the city’s three public pools, and they’re a steal, especially if […]
GRPL’s New Tool = Free Time Machine for Digging Up Grand Rapids Lore & Old-School Finds
New Website Lets You Search Grand Rapids History from Home Well, well, well… look who just made it super easy to dig up the dirt on old Grand Rapids. The Grand […]
Things to do | HeyGR | Spring
Top 7 Spring Photo Spots in West Michigan
Where to Catch Peak Blooms & Snap Your Favorite Spring Photo Spots Spring in West Michigan is pure magic. But it sure goes by in a blink. After months of Michigan’s […]
Events | HeyGR | Summer | West Michigan
Meijer Gardens Concerts 2025: Line Up Includes Lyle Lovett, Train, O.A.R. and More Incredible Artists
Summer Concerts at Meijer Gardens are Back! Even though we love the butterflies, we are all about Meijer Gardens concerts. As summer creeps ever closer, it’s time to start planning your concert schedule! […]
Things to do | Events | HeyGR
Concerts in Grand Rapids for 2025
Hey there! If you’re looking for the scoop on Grand Rapids concerts, you’ve landed in the right place. Whether it’s huge stars or smaller labels, this page will help you find […]
Attractions | Events | HeyGR | Spring | Things to do
Shine On! Grand Rapids Lantern Festival Back for 2025
Lantern Festival Back at John Ball Zoo Get ready to light up your spring evenings at the John Ball Zoo Lantern Festival! Back by popular demand in Grand Rapids, Michigan, from […]
Lions Are Back at John Ball Zoo—And Giraffes Are in the Works, Too
Tree-Climbing Lions Come to Join Ball Zoo The kings of the savanna are reclaiming their throne at John Ball Zoo. Two African lions, Amara and Upepo, have landed in Grand Rapids, […]
Life | HeyGR | West Michigan
Love GR Parks? 17 Big Changes Coming in 2025
Thank you, Grand Rapids! Take a look around GR and you’ll notice something pretty cool – little by little, our 75+ city parks just keep getting nicer. Ever since folks voted […]
GR’s Festival of the Arts Bids Farewell After 55 Years
Festival of the Arts Is Ending—And We’re Not Ready to Say Goodbye It’s the news we never thought we’d hear—Festival of the Arts is closing after 55 incredible years. Announced just […]
Self-Care 101: Try these GR Spas & Services on for Size
We Know You Could Use Some Self-Care, So We Did Some Digging to Help You Relax! Hey, busy people of Grand Rapids. I’m going to tell you what my least favorite question […]
