The IN List 2025: September 29 - October 5
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These events are all accurate at the time of posting, but be sure to call ahead or check vendor websites/socials before heading out.
Monday, September 29
Krause Memorial Library Events:
Babytime: 10am-10:30am. Join us for songs, rhymes, stories and playtime while developing listening and language skills. Caregivers will have time to connect with each other while their babies learn and socialize. Designed for babies ages birth to 18 months with their caregivers, but older siblings are welcome.
Rhyme Time Music & Movement: 11:30am-12:30pm. Get your wiggles out with rhymes, songs and musical activities. Move and groove together while strengthening motor, listening and early literacy skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Live Jazz & Oysters with the John Shea Trio: 6:30-9:30pm at Carolina Lowcountry Kitchen. East Grand Rapids, MI.
Art Prize 2025 Continues: Experience the magic of ArtPrize in Grand Rapids, Michigan this fall! From September 18 – October 4, watch in wonder as the city itself transforms into a canvas filled with the works of artists from around the world. Wander through streets, parks, galleries, and restaurants to discover awe-inspiring sculptures, paintings, installations, and more. With $600,000 in grants and awards for artists, ArtPrize continues its mission to support artists by providing a platform to showcase their work on an international stage.For more information, visit artprize.org.
Tuesday, September 30
Krause Memorial Library Events:
Toddler Time: 10-10:30am. Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Hit the Trail Tuesday Women’s Run Club: 7:15pm. Join their private Facebook group for location information. No registration required.
Trail Tuesdays at Third Nature Brewing Company: 5-8pm. Join us for Trail Tuesdays! Every Tuesday stop by between 5 and close and run, walk, bike on the White Pine Trail and receive $2 off your first post workout pint. We’ll raise a glass to that! Be sure to check-in at the host stand. Dogs are welcome in our Biergarten if you would like for your four legged friend to join. Grab the family and friends for some exercise followed by a Biergarten meal and a pint.
Wednesday, October 1
Krause Memorial Library Events:
Toddler Time: 10-10:30am. Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 1-3 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Storytime: 11:30am-12:30pm. Enjoy stories, music and rhymes while building early literacy and social skills. Designed for children ages 0-5 with their caregivers, but all ages are welcome.
Impactful Songs From American History: 6-7:30pm. Explore music throughout the decades! Join local educator Mike Martin for a playlist and discussion of songs from the 1930s to the 1990s.
Nera Wix Ribbon Cutting: 4-8pm. Please join us to celebrate the newest addition in the Downtown Rockford shopping district. The first 200 people to stop by will receive a swag bag! The first day of candle-making will be Oct. 2nd.
The Lumineers: 7:30pm at Van Andel Arena. Downtown Grand Rapids. Get tickets online.
Creative Heat - Sweat, Connect, Create: 4-5:30pm at Howl at the Moon Sauna Co. Creative Heat is a gathering space for entrepreneurs, artists, dreamers, and doers who want to bring visions to life in community. In the glow of the wood-burning sauna and the rush of a cold plunge, walls come down and inspiration rises. This 90-minute session is designed for entrepreneurs, creatives, and visionaries to gather in a safe and inspiring space. Together, we’ll move through cycles of wood-fired sauna heat, refreshing cold plunges in the pond, and moments of connection that invite bold ideas to surface. Get tickets online.
Thursday, October 2
Southern Classic Cooking Class: 6-9pm at Thought Design. Downtown Rockford, MI. Get ready for an evening filled with bold flavors and warm hospitality in our Southern Classics Cooking Class! This hands-on experience is all about learning to create classic comfort food from scratch in a fun and relaxed kitchen setting. Purchase tickets online.
Live Music at Rockford Brewing Company: 7:30pm. Downtown Rockford, MI. Two-time Jammie Award Winner Nathan Walton appeared on Season 3 of ABC’s American Idol, where he received a Golden Ticket and competed in Hollywood with talented vocalists from all over the country.
Custom Kids Sweater Workshop: 6-8pm at Spruced Studio. Grand Rapids, MI. Ready to make something cozy, crafty, and totally custom for your little one? In this hands-on workshop, you’ll learn how to hand-stitch a child’s name onto a knit sweater—no embroidery experience needed! Sign up online.
Friday, October 3
Red Flannel Festival: 4pm Main Street. Cedar Springs, M$20 Armband. Check out the full list of events here.
Date Night at Thunder Acres Highlands: 7-9pm. Sand Lake, MI. Date Night Includes: Majestic Views of the Trees Changing, Crisp Air and Highlands in the Pasture!
-Charcuterie Tray to Share
-Bucket of Treats for the Animals
-Stroll the Farm, Garden and Store
-Pet HighlandsFirst Fridays: 5-8pm. Uptown Grand Rapids. Explore Uptown Grand Rapids shops, restaurants, and local businesses as they stay open late just for you! Each month brings new specials, events, and pop-up experiences, so there’s always something fresh to enjoy. Whether you’re here for the shopping, live music, or delicious food, there’s something for everyone. Where: Uptown Grand Rapids Business Districts:East Hills, Wealthy St, East Fulton, Eastown. Find more info on their website.
The Life Of A Showgirl Listening Party: 7pm at The Mint. Grand Rapids, MI. Listen to the new album from Taylor Swift in its entirety, on repeat! 18+ | Doors 7pm | Music starts 7:30pm. Purchase tickets online.
Adam Sandler Live: 7:30pm at Van Andel Arena. Downtown Grand Rapids, MI. Adam Sandler brings his You're My Best Friend Tour to Van Andel Arena. Purchase tickets online.
Saturday, October 4
Krause Memorial Library Events:
Friends of the Library Book Sale: 9:30am-4pm. 2-4PM for the bag sale (fill a bag for $5)!
Red Flannel Festival: 10am. Main Street. Cedar Springs, M$20 Armband. Check out the full list of events here.
Six Year Anniversary Oktoberfest Party: 11am-10pm at Third Nature Brewing Co. Fun includes… Live Music: Gemini Moon 1-4 pm and Austin Penzien 5:30-8:30 pm. Stein Holding Competition with Prizes at 2 pm and 6 pm. Bring the kids! We’ll have s’more’s kits available for purchase. New fun, seasonal beers on tap! Menu special features. Yard games and activities for the kids.
Harvest Hustle: 10am-2pm. A Wellness event at New Growth project with HealthBar. This health and wellness-focused event will bring together local businesses, wellness providers, and community members to highlight simple, accessible ways to stay healthy as we head into the colder months.
Dogs and Donuts: 9am-5pm at Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm. A dog-friendly fall party!
Merchants and Makers Market at Artprize: 10am-6pm at Rosa Parks Circle. Downtown, Grand Rapids. This is a FREE Community Event. Get out and enjoy ArtPrize!
Lee & Birch 8 Year Anniversary Sale: 10am-6pm. Downtown Rockford. We’re rolling out the red carpet to celebrate 8 incredible years in Rockford! We truly love being a part of the community and look forward to being here for many more years! Let’s make this anniversary unforgettable with deals, giveaways, and all the love!
Saturday Farmers Market: 8-2pm at Fulton Street Market. 1145 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI.
Rockford Farmers Market: The Rockford Farmers Market is open every Saturday from 8am-1pm May 3, 2025 through October 25, 2025. The Farmers Market is located in the newest city lot behind the Post Office with an entrance off Main St across the street from Rocky's.
Sunday, October 5
Harvest Party and Fall Fundraiser: 4:30 - 6:30pm at Plainsong Farm.
Dogs and Donuts: 11am-5pm at Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm. A dog-friendly fall party!
October Full Moon Yoga: 7-8pm at Cannonsburg. Belmont, MI. Join us for an evening of movement, mindfulness, and moonlight at Cannonsburg Ski Area. Bring your mat, a water bottle, and an open heart. No prior yoga experience is needed, this class is perfect for beginners and seasoned yogis alike. Class is donation based. $10-20/person recommended.
