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Gardens nominated for Best Sculpture Park by USA Today
The park reported record annual visitor attendance of 881,625 in 2025, the highest in the organization's 30-year history.
Hope College alum’s book becomes Netflix film
The story follows two best friends whose yearly summer trips blur the lines between friendship and something more.
Chihuly exhibition anchors Gardens’ 2026 event calendar
The 2026 calendar of events features the long-awaited return of internationally acclaimed glass artist Dale Chihuly alongside popular seasonal exhibitions and programs.
Nonprofit to host benefit concert featuring Glen Phillips
The event brings a night of acoustic music to West Michigan while raising vital funds for the organization’s addiction recovery programs.
Tickets to Tony Award® winning Best Musical now on sale
The performance is based on the seminal novel by S.E. Hinton and Francis Ford Coppola’s landmark motion picture.
Holiday light display receives national recognition
Timed tickets are available for many nights through January 3.
Disney’s “The Lion King” returns to Grand Rapids for three-week run
Tickets are on sale now via the DeVos Performance Hall Box Office, Ticketmaster, and BroadwayGrandRapids.com.
Gardens light up the holidays
The seasonal event features more than 40 decorated trees and cultural displays representing holiday traditions from around the world.
Local author releases third novel in fantasy series
What began as a dream has grown into a full-fledged fantasy series.
New nonprofit hosts first-ever disability-inclusive art show
Guests are encouraged to attend and experience a multi-floor gallery of original artwork created by young artists from across the region.
College theatre season blends horror, heartbreak, and dark comedy
Audiences can experience that variety through three productions scheduled across the academic year.
Director returns to lead high school theater season opener
Veteran educator and director Julie Baker has returned to lead the student theater program.
Tickets now available for a fresh take on a classic love story
The performance flips the script on the greatest love story ever told.
Bird photography competition opens to public
Each photographer may submit up to three original photos.
County communications honored with national award
The annual Savvy Awards salute the best in city and county communications, recognizing the professionals who design and implement successful, innovative marketing strategies that strengthen resident-government relationships.
Fashion and performing arts unite for "One Night Only"
50 models will walk a 130-foot runway accompanied by live classical music, opera, and ballet performances.
Gardens celebrates fall with mums and music
The exhibit features Michigan’s largest chrysanthemum display and the return of Autumn Nights on Tuesdays in October.
Bank brings jewelry, art, and impact downtown
The women-owned retailer offers high-quality, unique, and sustainable jewelry, and operates as a social enterprise to employ women who face barriers to employment.
East Hills landmark celebrates 150th anniversary, launches fundraiser to complete renovations
The fundraiser specifically focuses on the completion and installation of the building’s final two stained glass rose (circular) windows.
Holiday light spectacle returns to gardens
Again produced by the visionary teams at Lightswitch and Upstaging, ENLIGHTEN will feature updated, choreographed lighting and music experiences and incorporate unique sculptures and water features along the one-mile outdoor path.