The IN List 2025: May 19 - May 23
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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, May 19
FREE Zumba at Rosa Parks Circle: 6:30-7:15pm. Drop-in, no registration required! No equipment required. Please bring a water. Our Free Outdoor Summer Fitness Series is back for its tenth year! Join us for a jam-packed summer of 16 different classes happening weekly at parks and public spaces around Grand Rapids. FULL SCHEDULE: https://grparks.info/2025freefitness
FREE YOGA at Mulick Park: 6-6:45pm. Discover your inner yogi with GR Parks and Recreation in a class that builds strength and body awareness. Class will begin with gentle movement and breathing, progressing to standing sequences and finally ending with calm resting poses. Drop-in, no registration required!
Tuesday, May 20
Trail Tuesdays @ Third Nature Brewing Company: 5-8pm. 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. Be sure to check-in at the host stand. Dogs are welcome in our Biergarten.
Hormone Health 101: What Your Doctor Never Told You: 6-8pm. Tired of feeling off and not getting answers? Join us for an eye-opening seminar on hormone health—designed to empower you with the knowledge your doctor may have overlooked.. Led by the team at Freedom Functional Medicine, this event will uncover: The hidden signs of hormone imbalances, natural strategies to restore balance and energy, Q&A session to get your personal questions answered! Seats are limited – reserve your spot online.
Toddler Time at Grand Rapids Children’s Museum: 9am-11am. Special programming designed specifically for the littler hands (ages 3 and under). Make music, enjoy sensory play, create art and more! Location: 11 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI.
Grand Rapids Art Museum Free Tuesdays: 12-6pm. Free admission all day made possible by The Meijer Foundation.
Taco Tuesday at Cannonsburg: 5-9pm. Taco Tuesday takes place on the back deck every Tuesday. There will be a variety of tacos including pork, beef, chicken and always have a veggie option! Drink options include microbrews from local breweries, seltzers, ciders, and a variety of soda and water. If you are looking for a sweeter option, be sure to check out The Sweet Spot (also on the back deck) for adult slushies, frozen cocktails, ice cream and other treats! Location: Cannonsburg Ski Area 6800 Cannonsburg Rd NE
WomanUp & Celebrate West Michigan: 11:30-1:30pm. Join on May 20, 2025 at the JW Marriott in Grand Rapids where we’ll recognize the strength, vision, and determination of seven incredible women leaders who have excelled in their careers and made a difference in the West Michigan community. Get tickets online!
FREE Sunset Yoga at Lookout Park: 7-7:45pm. Discover your inner yogi in a class that builds strength and body awareness. Class will begin with gentle movement and breathing, progressing to standing sequences and finally ending with calm resting poses all while enjoying a spectacular view of downtown Grand Rapids at Sunset. Drop-in, no registration required! Location: 801 Fairview Ave NE, Grand Rapids
Wrap & Wander May Meet Up: 9-11am. Curious about Babywearing? Having some fit issues you want help troubleshooting? Want to get your hands on some different carriers? Craving time with some like-minded families? Come hang out with Wrap & Wander at Courtland Township Park where they will be going over Babywearing safety, correcting fit issues, swooning over each other’s carriers, and much more!
Whitecaps vs. Loons Game: 6:05pm. If you or your child have peanut allergies and can't normally attend a Whitecaps game, then these are the games for you! No peanuts will be anywhere in LMCU Ballpark making it a safe venue for anyone with severe peanut allergies. Get tickets online.
Wednesday, May 21
Krause Memorial Library Events:
American Mahjong Learn the Basics: 6:30pm. Get an understanding of the rules, strategies and history of American Mahjong in this exciting introduction to the captivating game. Instructors from Mahj in the Mitten will walk you through the basics, share fascinating insights into its origins and provide you with opportunities to learn more.
Women’s Wedges & Wine: 6-9pm at Pickle & Pin. Ladies, it’s time to sip, swing, and socialize! Join us for a fun midweek escape filled with great company, exciting activities, and wine specials. Whether you're here to practice your game or just enjoy a night out, they’ve got you covered!
Aptitude Hikes: Connect, Reflect, Recharge: 6:30-7:30pm. Step into nature and into yourself with Aptitude Hikes—a unique blend of movement, mindfulness, and meditation. These guided hikes are designed to help you disconnect from the noise of daily life and reconnect with your breath, your body, and the world around you. Location: TBD (Pre-registration required, location emailed prior to the event) Sign up online.
Yoga at the Market: 10-11am. Start your midweek market trip with a rejuvenating, community‑focused yoga flow led by the instructors of Grand Rapids Yoga Company! After class, stay and shop the Wednesday Farmers Market from 8am - 2pm. Grab seasonal produce, local artisan goods, coffee, or even lunch from one of our concessions vendors! Donation‑Based: Contributions (through cash, CashApp, or Venmo) suggested but never required. Give what feels right! What to Bring: Yoga mat, water bottle, and a light layer if you get chilly. Location: 1145 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids
Go Green Trivia Night at Third Nature: 6:30-8pm. How much do you know about sustainability? Get your trivia team together and join us for some fun, and facts. Test your sustainability chops and take home some great prizes. Special thanks to Rockford High School's Green Team, who created the trivia questions for this event.
Thursday, May 22
FREE Sunrise Yoga at Indian Trails Golf Course: 6:30-7:15am. Discover your inner yogi in a class that builds strength and body awareness. Class will begin with gentle movement and breathing, progressing to standing sequences and finally ending with calm resting poses all while enjoying a serene sunrise over Indian Trails Golf Course. Drop-in, no registration required! FULL SCHEDULE: https://grparks.info/2025freefitness
East Grand Rapids Touch a Truck: 10am-12pm. Public Works, in partnership with the Kent District Library - East Grand Rapids Branch, invites community members to its annual Touch-a-Truck event as part of National Public Works Week. From 10 a.m. to noon, enjoy activities at the Community Center, 750 Lakeside Drive SE. The event will begin with a construction-themed storytime in front of the Gerald R. Ford statue followed by a tour of the various trucks Public Works uses to maintain the City in the north parking lot. (750 Lakeside Dr SE, Grand Rapids)
Friday, May 23
Grand Rapids Lantern Festival: 7:30-11:30pm at John Ball Zoo. The Grand Rapids Lantern Festival is a truly breathtaking experience for all ages. John Ball Zoo is the first and only place you can see these incredible works of art in Michigan. The lantern festival will feature handcrafted Asian lantern displays that will illuminate the Zoo and tell the intersecting story of wildlife and Asian culture. Timed tickets sold every 30 minutes. Last entry at 10:30pm. Advanced tickets required. Please arrive to the Zoo no more than 15 minutes before ticket entry time. Event will happen rain or shine. Purchase tickets here!
Princess Night at the West Michigan Whitecaps: 6:35pm. Come join us for a magical night as we celebrate our favorite princesses. Come dressed as your favorite and you may even win a prize. Presented By J&H Family Stores. Wrap up Princess Night with our magical post-game family dance on the field. The first 1,000 kids through the gates will get a Whitecaps Princess Tiara. Get tickets online!
Children's Entrepreneur Market: 5-9pm. A farmer’s market run entirely by kids! Come on out for an evening of amazing food, talented young musicians, and our favorite young entrepreneurs! Our young entrepreneurs will be set up and ready for you to shop!
Food Truck Fridays at Riverside Park: 5-9pm. Join us each week as we have around 20 food trucks, merchant vendors and live music each and every week.
Saturday, May 24
Saturday Farmer’s Market @ Fulton Street Market: 10am-1pm. 1145 Fulton St E, Grand Rapids, MI. Second Season starts on November 2nd and goes through April 26th. We are open on Saturdays from 10 AM - 1 PM.
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.
Opening weekend at Deer Tracks Junction: 10am-7pm. Walk Thru Adventure Park: Meet and feed pigs, goats, bunnies, camels, alpacas and more. Plus, play in our unique giant play areas. Drive Thru Site 57 Safari Park: Take your own vehicle to feed and interact with giraffes, ostriches, bison, camels, alpacas, highland cattle and more—expect some slobbery kisses and surprises. Location: 7900 14 Mile Rd NE, Cedar Springs, MI
Pancake Breakfast & Pool Opening @ Forest Hills Park Association: 9-11am. Kick off summer with their Pancake Breakfast & Pool Opening! $5/person or $25/family. Breakfast, Auction, Final membership pick-up. Pool opens at 11AM. RSVP here.
Sunday, May 25
Opening weekend at Deer Tracks Junction: 10am-7pm. Walk Thru Adventure Park: Meet and feed pigs, goats, bunnies, camels, alpacas and more. Plus, play in our unique giant play areas. Drive Thru Site 57 Safari Park: Take your own vehicle to feed and interact with giraffes, ostriches, bison, camels, alpacas, highland cattle and more—expect some slobbery kisses and surprises. Location: 7900 14 Mile Rd NE, Cedar Springs, MI
