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Cider Week Giveaway

We’re celebrating the return of Cider Week GR (May 10-18, 2024) with a cider-themed giveaway! Register to win by May 18, 2024!

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Favorite Places for Groups

We've hosted thousands of group tours over the years and these are the places everyone wants to visit. Check out some of our favorite tours and activities: Grand Rapids Downtown Market A local food…

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Bridges

The rivers that criss-cross Grand Rapids and West Michigan were integral to the region's explosive growth in the 19th century - especially after bridges were built to traverse the waters. Here are a…

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Grand Rapids Cooking Classes

Not only is Grand Rapids a great restaurant city, it's a great city for people who love to cook. Or would love to learn to cook. Or just love the pursuit of culinary knowledge. Many of our creative…

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Top 10 Reasons to Visit

Grand Rapids is no ordinary town – and it’s filled with extraordinary things to see and do. Check out our top 10 suggestions for experiences to explore … and prepare for lots of unexpected, wonderful…

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Historic Homes Worth a Visit

The lumber and furniture industries fueled great fortunes in Grand Rapids during the 19th and early 20th centuries - and many of our historic homes reflect the excess of those lavish times. Heritage…

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Budget-Friendly Date Night Ideas in Grand Rapids

Financial website MoneyGeek.com calculated the average date in America today ­­ – consisting of a dinner and movie for two – costs $123. We can’t speak for the rest of the country, but in Grand…

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Grand Rapids Griffins Hockey

Calling all hockey fans! Gear up to cheer for the Grand Rapids Griffins, a development affiliate of the Detroit Red Wings. This powerhouse team boasts a rich history, sending over 200 players to the…

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Hit the Mountain Biking Trails

The West Michigan Mountain Biking Alliance (WMMBA) is a group of individuals who help to maintain and develop mountain bike trails in the local area. In West Michigan alone, the WMMBA has designed…

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Six Day Trip Destinations from Grand Rapids

Summer is a great time to explore all the amazing things to do right here in West Michigan. Visitors will find that Grand Rapids is an easy place to get to by car or by plane, the city is full of…

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5 Bike Routes Through Riverside Park and Monroe North Area

One of the best ways to explore Grand Rapids and all it has to offer is by biking it. Lucky for us, Grand Rapids has more than its fair share of trails to explore. If you’re a fan of gliding and…

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