The IN List 2025: November 24 - November 30
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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, November 24
Live Jazz & Oysters: 6:30-9:30pm at Carolina Lowcountry Kitchen. East Grand Rapids, MI. Live Jazz and Oysters with the John Shea Trio every Monday!
Family Pizza Night: 5:30-6:30pm at Head Start for Kent County. Grand Rapids, MI. Calling all mini-chefs and chef families to join us for a fun-filled evening of making pizzas together! They will have all the ingredients for your family to make your own mini pizzas and will enjoy them together before you head out for the night. They will also have aprons for each child to decorate while your pizzas cook, so come prepared to eat well and have a blast.
Scott Bradlee's Postmodern Jukebox - Magic, Moonlight & Mistletoe Tour: 8pm at DeVos Performance Hall. Grand Rapids, MI. The musical troupe of world-class singers, dancers and instrumentalists will perform a variety show-styled evening of PMJ's popular genre-twisting covers of pop hits, with a few holiday classics sprinkled in. Audiences can expect to hear familiar hits -- from Guns 'n' Roses to the Spice Girls to Chappell Roan -- in the throwback styles of yesteryear. Dress in your vintage best, for the full effect. Get tickets online.
Tuesday, November 25
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.
Mom’s Morning Out: 9am-11am at Waxology. Downtown Rockford, MI. ‘Tis the season to treat yourself! Enjoy a fresh brow wax and a cozy coffee from Quickwater before the holiday hustle begins.
Wednesday, November 26
The GR ChristKindl Market: 11am-7pm. Downtown Market. Grand Rapids, MI. It's opening day at the third annual Christkindl Markt! Help us kick off the season in the best possible way: surrounded by festive foods, warm beverages, and holiday cheer! Click HERE for a list of daily events. The Grand Rapids Christkindl Markt is a Christmas village lined with artisan gift and food vendors, holiday entertainment, and festive family fun. Inspired by traditional European Christmas markets, this winter wonderland is filled with unique holiday experiences illuminated with international flair.
Rockford Brewing Co. Pub Crawl: 11am at Rockford Brewing Co. Downtown Rockford, MI. With the addition of RORA in downtown Rockford you will be able to experience #RBCPubCrawl like never before! Grab a beer from one of the participating locations and take it on-the-go while you walk the beautiful downtown district.
Thursday, November 27
Turkey Burn & Bliss: 8:30-9:30am. Aptitude Fitness & Yoga. Rockford, MI. Kick off your Thanksgiving morning with Aptitude Fitness + Yoga at our favorite holiday tradition! Start with a 30-minute, high-energy Express Barre to burn those calories and boost your metabolism — making room for the holiday feast to come! Then, we’ll wind down with a soothing 30-minute yoga flow designed to stretch, restore, and leave you feeling blissed out and balanced.
Kids Food Basket Gobble Wobble: 8am. East Grand Rapids Middle School. Join Kids’ Food Basket on the most popular running day of the year as we host the 20th annual Gobble Wobble fun run and walk. We invite friends, family, neighbors and even furry friends to once again run, walk or wobble to the finish line on Thanksgiving morning! Sign up to wobble here: https://runsignup.com/.../KidsFoodBasketAnnualGobbleWobble5k. Kids 12 and under are invited to participate in our Widdle Wobble! This event is open to all youth and is free of charge.
Friday, November 28
Straight No Chaser Holiday Road Tour: 8pm at DeVos Performance Hall. Grand Rapids, MI. For more than two decades, the group has provided the soundtrack of the season, bringing millions of fans to their feet while putting them in the holiday spirit. Year after year, fans anxiously await the moment they can officially hit play on Straight No Chaser favorites. Get tickets online!
Nordic Nights Sauna Experience: 4-7pm. Step into a world where deep warmth meets winter magic. Nordic Nights is your invitation to slow down, breathe deeper, and experience the kind of cozy, unforgettable evening you’ll talk about all season long. Seats will go fast, and once they’re gone, they’re gone. Book online: www.howlatthemoonsaunaco.com/nordicnights
Gaslight Village Tree Lighting: 5-8pm. East Grand Rapids, MI. Join us in the heart of East Grand Rapids for one of our most magical nights of the year! The Gaslight Village Tree Lighting will feature a 30-foot holiday tree, festive music, reindeer petting, s’mores, live entertainment, trolley rides, and a special visit from Santa himself. The fun begins at 5 PM with reindeer and s’mores stations, followed by live performances at 5:30. At 6 PM, Santa will light the tree and officially kick off the season. Holiday tunes and sparkling lights will fill the Village until 8 PM—don’t miss the last trolley ride before the night wraps up!
’Twas the Night Before Christmas: 7-8:15pm. CARE BALLET | 2661 29th St. SE I Upstairs Studio | Grand Rapids, MI. Don’t miss this heartwarming, Thanksgiving weekend tradition of our one hour classical ballet. Purchase tickets online.
Merchants & Makers Silva Market: 4-9pm. SILVA-The Big Room. Grand Rapids, MI. This isn't your average market — we’re bringing in a curated lineup of amazing makers and artists, plus SUPER fun live entertainment like performers, magicians, and more surprises to keep the energy high. SILVA will be serving Holiday inspired concessions inside the market space, along with a full bar so you can sip while you shop. Free to attend. Come celebrate local talent, support small businesses, and experience SILVA in an unforgettable way!
Black Friday Market: 11am-3pm at Fulton Street Market. Shop for handmade art, crafts, sweet treats, and more while sipping on boozy hot cocoa or spiked apple cider during our annual Black Friday Market. Discover one-of-a-kind gifts, support local makers, and enjoy a cozy, festive start to the holiday season right here at Fulton Street Market. Bring friends and family, and make it a tradition!
Saturday, November 29
Santa on the Farm: 10am-2pm at Ed Dunneback & Girls Fruit Farm. Meet Santa, snap a holiday photo, enjoy donuts & cider, make reindeer food, and send your letter to the North Pole! A day full of magic, smiles, and holiday cheer! Get tickets online.
Free Holiday Trolley Shop Till You Drop: 10am-7pm. Downtown Grand Rapids. Enjoy the holiday season by shopping local in Downtown Grand Rapids! Spend a leisurely day exploring charming shops, discovering unique gifts and enjoying festive treats. This special shopping route lets you experience a variety of participating stores! Bring your friends and get ready to shop till you drop! Learn more here.
Christmas Adventure Drive-Thru Light Experience: 5:30-10pm. Deer Tracks Junction. Cedar Springs, MI. Be enchanted by the magic of the season from the comfort of your car! Our Christmas Adventure drive thru light show features dazzling light displays, festive holiday scenes, and cheerful music. Perfect for families and friends, this captivating holiday journey will fill you with the wonder and joy of Christmas. Get tickets online.
Sunday, November 30
Advent Wreath Making: 4:30pm at Plainsong Farm. 6677 12 Mile Rd NE, Rockford, MI. Create an advent wreath with greenery and flourishes foraged from the farm. Join us for hot chocolate, winter farm wandering, singing and wreath making. All ages are welcome and expected!
