2017 Grand Rapids Area Festivals
If you are looking to live in a place with excellent entertainment all year round, Grand Rapids is the place to be. There are dozens of events and annual festivals to celebrate the cultural and agricultural heritage by showcasing the arts, seasons and cuisine of Grand Rapids- and most importantly, the fun-loving spirit of the residents here. The festivals feature the finest local talent and world’s top touring acts. Buying a home in this city will give you the opportunity to enjoy the great festivals held here including:
Grand Rapids International Wine, Beer and Food Festival
This is one of the largest culinary festivals in West Michigan that has established itself as the premier tasting event. Attendees can sample up to 1,600 wines, beers, ciders and spirits. These products include Michigan-made varieties and small plates of food by featured chefs. From the novice who wants to be introduced to the world of food and spirits to the specialist who lives for the finer things in life, the festival will create an exciting experience.
Festival of the Arts
This is a free three-day community event featuring a juried Regional Arts Exhibition, performances, and food booths operated by non-profit organizations. Participants get to show off their paintings, artisan craft, sculptures, and anything that can be called “art”. There are also dozens of activities for people of all ages to enjoy making their own art and purchase art from West Michigan artists. The profit made from the purchase of art, food, posters, and t-shirts is used to give back to the West Michigan community.
Grand Rapids Balloon Festival
Grand Rapids residents get to enjoy an unforgettable experience using the oldest human-carrying flight technology- the hot air balloons. The event-packed festival features balloon launches, rides, carnival games, face painting, caricature artists, sky lanterns and much more. Festival goers also get to enjoy the glowing hot air balloons float through the night sky. The balloons are flown by highly qualified and respected local pilots in order to ensure an optimal and safe event.
Grand River Water Festival
This is a free, day-long musical environmental festival that features musicians from West Michigan. The festival uses music and activities to bring together people from different groups from the West Michigan community. Speakers from diverse environmental groups are able to educate the attendees about water quality issues in between bands. The event also encourages the residents to engage in activities that will promote a healthy environment such as purchasing quality environmentally-conscious goods. This is a holistic music festival on all levels.
Other 2017 Michigan West festivals include:
- Founders Fest
- Grand Rapids Asian Festival
- Grand Rapids Independence Day Celebrations
- Grand Jazz Fest
- Polish Festival
- Art Prize
Grand Rapids is a great city to live in with some of the most exciting festivals. You can enjoy what West Michigan has to offer by finding a home here. If you’re interested in becoming part of our community, please contact The Sprich Group to get help finding a beautiful home of your dreams.
