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Things To Do

There are many things to do in Grand Rapids if you are interested in exploring! Downtown GR is super walkable with lots of shops, restaurants, museums, and the downtown market. Listed below are some of our favorite breweries in GR, beautiful lake Michigan parks and beaches nearby, and info for the popular tulip time festival in Holland that week!

Tulip Time Festival

42 West 8th Street, Holland, MI 49423

Tulip time will take place in Holland, MI from May 1st - May 10th, 2026. This spring festival features millions of blooming tulips, Dutch traditions, parades, and live entertainment. The city will transform into a colorful celebration of its Dutch heritage with tulip-lined streets, traditional wooden-shoe dancing, and family-friendly events.

Grand Haven State Park

1001 South Harbor Drive, Grand Haven, MI 49417

Grand Haven State Park sits right along the shores of Lake Michigan and offers one of the most popular beaches in West Michigan. Visitors can enjoy sandy shoreline, swimming, scenic views of the iconic Grand Haven Lighthouse, and easy public access to Lake Michigan for a relaxing day by the water.

Saugatuck Dunes State Park

6575 138th Avenue, Holland, MI 49423

Saugatuck Dunes State Park is a beautiful natural area along Lake Michigan, known for its towering sand dunes, wooded hiking trails, and quiet beaches. Visitors can hike through scenic forests and dunes to reach peaceful shoreline views and enjoy one of West Michigan's most stunning lakefront escapes.

Grand Rapids Breweries

Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids, known as "Beer City USA", is famous for its incredible craft beer scene, with dozens of award-winning breweries, taprooms, and beer festivals throughout the city. Please see below for recommendations of a few of the bride and groom's favorite local spots!

Greyline Brewing Co.

1727 Alpine Avenue Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Vivant Brewery & Spirits

925 Cherry Street Southeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Founders Brewing Co

235 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue Southwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

New Holland Brewing - Grand Rapids Brewpub (The Knickerbocker)

417 Bridge Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Perrin Brewing Company

5910 Comstock Park Drive Northwest, Comstock Park, MI 49321