Here are some websites you may find useful if you are new to the Grand Rapids area: 

Our Beautiful Downtown Market

Grand Rapids is just about 2.5 hours from America's Most Beautiful Place

Art Prize:  happens each fall & is great fun for the whole family

Grand Rapids - the best city for raising a family

Experience Grand Rapids: for places to eat, things to do and upcoming events

Grand Rapids Kids: many family-friendly activities and events

Fruit Ridge Markets: local farm markets for fruit picking, hay rides and more

GR Now: every event happening in Grand Rapids