The IN List 2025: December 29 - January 4
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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, December 29
Winter Break at GRCM: 9am-4p at the Grand Rapid’s Children’s Museum. Join them daily for special activities and performers—free with museum admission! For hours and admission rates, visit grcm.org.
Enlighten at Meijer Garden: 5-10:30pm. Last ticket sold at 9 pm and Meijer Gardens’ grounds close at 10:30 pm. Step into a world alight. Meijer Gardens transforms into a luminous wonderland of glowing pathways, interactive installations, and seasonal soundscapes. Nights shimmer, art breathes, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Enter at the Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater. For the best guest experience, tickets are timed in 30-minute increments. One ticket is required per person. Tickets are free for ages 2 and under. Meijer Gardens members always receive the lowest ticket price. Purchase tickets online.
Tuesday, December 30
Trail Tuesdays at Third Nature Brewing Company: 5-8pm. Rockford, MI. 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.
Open Skate: 2:30-4:30pm at Cedar Rock Sports Plex. Cedar Springs, MI.
New Years Early Eve: 5-8pm at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum. Downtown Grand Rapids, MI. Join us for our magical annual celebration & make a wish for the new year with your little ones, all before bedtime. Tickets on sale December 1st! Get tickets online.
Winter Break at GRCM: 9am-4p at the Grand Rapid’s Children’s Museum. Join them daily for special activities and performers—free with museum admission! For hours and admission rates, visit grcm.org.
Enlighten at Meijer Garden: 5-10:30pm. Last ticket sold at 9 pm and Meijer Gardens’ grounds close at 10:30 pm. Step into a world alight. Meijer Gardens transforms into a luminous wonderland of glowing pathways, interactive installations, and seasonal soundscapes. Nights shimmer, art breathes, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Enter at the Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater. For the best guest experience, tickets are timed in 30-minute increments. One ticket is required per person. Tickets are free for ages 2 and under. Meijer Gardens members always receive the lowest ticket price. Purchase tickets online.
Wednesday, December 31
Countdown to Happy New Year: 11am-12pm at Krause Memorial Library. We're giving kids an exciting way to ring in the new year with a countdown, noisemakers, crafts and fun -- at an hour that won't keep them up way past their bedtimes. For families with children.
NYE Midnight Masquerade at the B.O.B: 7pm-1am. Join The BOB and WSNX 104.5 in celebrating the new year with 5 floors of live entertainment, stand-up comedy, chef-crafted NYE dinner menus, a photo booth, craft beer, and specialty cocktails in West Michigan's hottest special event venue. Dress to impress and wear a masquerade mask! Get tickets online.
New Years Eve Celebration: 6pm at the Grand Rapids Griffins Game. Join the Griffins for their 28th annual New Year's Eve celebration!
Post-Game Fireworks - Presented by Macatawa Bank.NYE Ballroom Bashes: 8pm-1am. Downtown Grand Rapids. Ring in 2026 at Downtown Grand Rapids’ most iconic parties! The Ballroom Bashes bring music, dancing, and unforgettable celebration! Celebrate New Year’s Eve in style at the Amway Grand Plaza and JW Marriott Grand Rapids! Tickets online.
NYE at the Score: 7pm. The Score Grand Rapids, MI. Countdown to 2026 with The Score Restaurant and Sports Bar. At $70 per person, this exclusive celebration includes everything you need for an unforgettable night out.
NYE at the Ada Hotel: 8pm-1am at the Ada Hotel. Ada, MI. Get ready for an unforgettable night as we transform The Ada Hotel into a dazzling disco haven! Dress to impress in your best black and white attire and dance the night away under sparkling lights. This exclusive celebration is the perfect way to create lasting memories as we count down to midnight and welcome the New Year in style. Get tickets online!
Thursday, January 1
Happy New Year!
New Years Day Brunch: 11-8pm at Third Nature Brewing Co. Join them for New Years Day Brunch starting at 11 am! They'll have coffee, hot cocoa and a delicious brunch menu in addition to some favorites from their current menu. Bring the kids and dine in one of our IgBrews and then roast s'mores on one of our fires.
Friday, January 2
Winter Break at GRCM: 9am-4p at the Grand Rapid’s Children’s Museum. Join them daily for special activities and performers—free with museum admission! For hours and admission rates, visit grcm.org.
Open Skate: 2:30-4:30pm at Cedar Rock Sports Plex. Cedar Springs, MI.
Free Movie Weekend - Paddington 2: 6pm at Kent Theatre. Cedar Springs, MI. Free Admission.
Enlighten at Meijer Garden: 5-10:30pm. Last ticket sold at 9 pm and Meijer Gardens’ grounds close at 10:30 pm. Step into a world alight. Meijer Gardens transforms into a luminous wonderland of glowing pathways, interactive installations, and seasonal soundscapes. Nights shimmer, art breathes, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Enter at the Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater. For the best guest experience, tickets are timed in 30-minute increments. One ticket is required per person. Tickets are free for ages 2 and under. Meijer Gardens members always receive the lowest ticket price. Purchase tickets online.
$2 Beer $2 Hot Dog Night at the Grand Rapids Griffins: Puck drops @ 7:00pm vs. CHI. Get tickets online.
Saturday, January 3
Winter Break at GRCM: 9am-4p at the Grand Rapid’s Children’s Museum. Join them daily for special activities and performers—free with museum admission! For hours and admission rates, visit grcm.org.
Enlighten at Meijer Garden: 5-10:30pm. Last ticket sold at 9 pm and Meijer Gardens’ grounds close at 10:30 pm. Step into a world alight. Meijer Gardens transforms into a luminous wonderland of glowing pathways, interactive installations, and seasonal soundscapes. Nights shimmer, art breathes, and the ordinary becomes extraordinary. Enter at the Frederik Meijer Gardens Amphitheater. For the best guest experience, tickets are timed in 30-minute increments. One ticket is required per person. Tickets are free for ages 2 and under. Meijer Gardens members always receive the lowest ticket price. Purchase tickets online.
Sunday, January 4
Winter Break at GRCM: 9am-4p at the Grand Rapid’s Children’s Museum. Join them daily for special activities and performers—free with museum admission! For hours and admission rates, visit grcm.org.
The Harlem Globtrotters 100 Year Tour: 3pm at Van Andel Arena: The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to your city with their most LEGENDARY TOUR EVER. From gravity-defying dunks to game-changing tricks, experience the team that redefined basketball! This is history you can feel and a celebration of 100 years of over-the-top FUN with all-new surprises like the Golden Basketball by Spalding®. Get tickets online.
