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September 13, 2025
Grand Rapids, MI
#Kalieandjamestietheknot

Kalie & James

Things To Do

Grand Rapids Public Museum

272 Pearl Street Northwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

1000 East Beltline Avenue Northeast, Grand Rapids, MI 49525

John Ball Zoo

1300 Fulton Street West, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Fulton Street Market

1145 Fulton Street East, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Grand Rapids Downtown Market

435 Ionia Avenue Southwest, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

East Grand Rapids - Reeds Lake

East Grand Rapids, MI 49506

This is one of our favorite areas in GR. Lovely shopping area, restaurants and a 4.1 mile walking loop around Reeds Lake. We enjoy grabbing a bite to eat at Rose's, overlooking the lake.

Hiking and Biking

We love utilizing the trails surrounding GR. Our favorite walking/running trails include Provin Trails (1 mile; hills), Pickerel Lake (2 miles; fairly flat) and Seidman Park (5 miles of trail; hills). Our favorite mountain bike trails are Luton Park (Beginner), Cannonsburg Ski Area (Intermediate/Advanced) and Merrill (Intermediate/Advanced).

Breweries

Welcome to "Beer City USA"! We have soo many options. Some favorites: Founders, Brewery Vivant, Greyline, Atwater.

Bride and Groom's Favorite Restaurants

Breakfast/Brunch: Lucy's - https://lucysgr.com Morning Belle - https://morningbellebrunch.com Lunch/Dinner: Leo's Seafood Restaurant & Bar (bar area preferred) -https://www.leosrestaurant.com San Chez Bistro (tapas style) - https://sanchezbistro.com Condado Tacos (fun and casual) - https://locations.condadotacos.com Butcher's Union (bold meats, extensive whiskey list) - https://www.butchersuniongr.com Gingin's (seafood/steak; modern, stylish vibe) - https://ginginsgr.com Cocktail Lounge: Side Bar (James' fave) - https://www.sidebar-gr.com Buffalo Traders (Kalie's fave) -https://www.buffalotraderslounge.com