Grand Rapids is very lucky to have the Meijer Gardens & Sculptor Park. We were visiting from out of…read morestate and made sure we made time to visit. It did not disappoint. There are many exhibitions from desert to tropical to Japanese gardens as well as an interactive children's garden. There was also a CHIHULY exhibition which added to our experience at the gardens. A cafe, gift shop and clean restrooms can be found in the main building. We spent about four hours exploring the beautiful gardens and look forward to returning and enjoying the park.

To start, I cannot believe I've never reviewed Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park having…read morebeen a member for many, many years and a regular visitor. It is sometimes hard to believe our "little town" has such a wonderful place to go to. Meijer Gardens is where we regularly take our walks. Whether on the Boardwalk, Shade trail, Japanese Gardens or the Sculpture Park, there is always an abundance of beauty to enjoy. Currently Meijer Gardens has a Chihuly Exhibition on display throughout the park. Chihuly is a glass sculpture who has created amazing pieces. Usually I've seen his work in museums. (Baker Museum in Naples has a fantastic display for example) It is amazing to see his work outdoors in the variety of settings available at Meijer Gardens. There is also a paid indoor exhibition that we have not seen. In addition to the various gardens and sculptures, Meijer Gardens also sponsors a Summer Concert Series in their outdoor venue. We have enjoyed dozens of concerts over the years. Thankful we have this treasure so nearby.

I attended the World of Winter Silent Disco (for my 2nd year) and it did not disappoint. I parked…read moreat the Amy Grand and walked over. It was a cold Michigan winter but the vibe was warm and welcoming. Lots of smiles, colors, lights, and people. More than expected especially due to the cold. The sponsors had extra headphones so the line to wait for headphones went quick and the process of turning them on and tuning in was seamless. The DJs were spinning beats making the crowds excited and the dance party never ending. Loved the food trucks surrounding the areas, the festival dancers interacting with the crowds, the aesthetically pleasing platform of artistic display, and the fire pits. Lots of security presence so I felt extra safe and we danced into the night. 11pm comes quick. Wish this would be every Saturday night downtown. Looking forward to next year!

Grand Rapids is home to the largest winter festival in the United States - World of Winter! The…read morefestival features lots of free events and activations and amazing outdoor art installations that get people out and about in the city during the coldest winter months. World of Winter takes place January 12 through March 10, 2024. I'll be the first to admit that I'm not a big fan of winter, but I've really enjoyed all the events I've participated in through the past couple of years of World of Winter. Popular events include the silent disco, ice sculptures downtown and walking tours, human hungry hungry hippos, and a drag show at Calder Plaza. This year we got to check out the ice arcade, with foosball, connect four, cornhole, and more - all made from solid blocks of ice! The art installations are usually interactive and especially stunning at night with colorful lights and other features. For 2024 the giant inflated frogs at Ah Nab Awen Park are super popular and make for great photos. It's disappointing to see that some of the art installations have been damaged by people standing on them (when signs clearly posted tell you to not do this) and throwing huge ice chunks on them :( I hope that World of Winter can continue for years to come and we can avoid this type of vandalism.

I loved our afternoon walking around this beautiful spacious park…read more Everything was well kept. It was so lovely seeing the features that were offered like the row house with the Dutch exhibit. The pond and walkways were so nice. You can walk all the way around the island if you like. The small bridge was a perfect spot for photos. Of course the main attraction is the windmill. The ladies working the bottom were so sweet and friendly. We walked up to the top. Each floor had something to offer. Once at the top, we went out on the balcony to enjoy a gorgeous view. Our last stop was the huge musical machine. It added such whimsy. We really enjoyed our visit.

Oh my Gosh, 5 Stars all the way! I'm so happy we came here during Tulip Festival! Was it kinda…read morepricey at $20 a person to get in, and crazy busy, yes to both! but would I do it again, yes for sure! We walked up and saw you could catch a big ol school bus to shuttle you up to the entrance for free, we hoped on and went in. I was very excited to see de Zwaan the famous Windmill imported from the Netherlands! The only one in the US, I think! It was SO beautiful! I got some great shots of the tulips and the windmill that I thought were just so pretty! Loved going up in the windmill and walking thru the tulip fields. Also don't miss walking thru the shops with authentic goods for sale including a whole cheese wall! With samples! You know some Dutch Gouda had to come home with me!

We went to this this last weekend and honestly I was quite disappointed I was hoping there was…read moregoing to be a lot more than there was I also was thinking it was going to be busier on the plus side it wasn't and we got in for $15 however I do wish there was more The vendors they currently had were great they were just lacking

I had a great time at the Donut and Beer Festival! My boyfriend and I both had VIP tickets so we…read morewere able to get in an hour early. I would highly recommend this route as it got pretty crowded on the concourse during the regular hours of the festival. The booths were set up all over the main concourse as well as on some of the other seating areas throughout the ballpark. Everything was set up well and the maps provided were accurate and helpful. I was able to make notes of the items I wanted to try. The VIP area was a little lackluster but it was nice to have a place inside to sit down. The band was fun and there were people playing the games. I also loved the inflatable props for photo opportunities! Everyone at the event seemed so happy and having a great time.

Only place we go! Many varieties and best prices in Holland. Follow them on FB to get updates on…read morewhat's ripe if you like certain kinds over others.

This is my family's favorite place for u pick blueberries. It's become a tradition to go in the…read moresummer and see who can pick the most. Gold barn offers a variety of blueberries that become available at differing times in the season so there's always a crop to pick from. They're reasonably priced and also have pre picked crops for sale if you don't have time to pick yourself.

We picked the most beautiful blueberries here for the second year and they were only $1.89 a pound,…read moremain building gave us needed buckets and sent out to pick They were very nice and offered samples of their delicious pastries that they sell, we noted they now have a play area for kids that's looks fun but I'm too old All in all we enjoyed the ambiance and the berries, we froze them for our winter morning breakfast Nothing better than support for a Michigan fruit farm and their products

Picked up our blueberries this week and they are awesome, as always! 20lbs and not one that wasn't…read moreplump and ripe. The staff is always very helpful, willing to get carts and load your car for you if you wany. I can't think of a better place to pick or purchase your blueberries.​

This is a little, out-of-the-way U-pick blueberry spot that I like returning to year after year…read more You're unsupervised and payment is based on the honor system. I've been to larger commercial U-pick spots where they micromanage you and I don't like it at all. Here, you can wander around many rows of berries and pick what you like, and they offer several varieties of blueberries, which ripen at slightly differ times, and you can discern the flavor differences! It's not very busy when I went, I guess because they don't spend money on advertising, and so the savings get passed onto you. It also means there's not a lot of competition for blueberries and you're out of each other's hair. It's slightly unkempt at some areas, but I don't mind. They also had wild blackberries growing among the blueberry bushes. I saw a wild turkey hen and chicks too. Fun place!

What a great spot tucked away in a quiet corner of Spring Lake. My husband and I stopped on a rainy…read moreday but had such a nice time picking blueberries in the field. This spot works in an honor system, so you use their bucket, weigh your berries and pay by leaving money in the box. It was only $1.75 per pound, which is way more berries than you'd expect! The berries are absolutely delicious. I liked this quiet spot much more than the large farms in the nearby areas. I'd highly recommend stopping here if you're in the area.