Downtown Grand Rapids Inc.

🚨 NEW ART ALERT! 🚨 Swipe to see the transformation! 👉🏾 We’re thrilled to unveil our latest project on the Grand River – a new parklet (small public 'park')!🌳 Here’s what’s new ⤵️ 🐟 Mural: "Just Keep Swimming" by George Eberhardt 🔵 Sculptures: "Pop" by Edgar Hernandez 🔴 New benches 💚 Fresh landscaping 📍 This parklet is located on the Riverfront between the Post Office on Michigan and 555 Monroe. Stay tuned for more art along the riverfront! Images 1 - 6: Bryan Esler Image 7: Raul Velasco

ArtPrize, the annual art competition, is just around the corner and you're invited to attend their opening celebration! Don't miss out on a night of music, parades, food trucks and fireworks! https://bit.ly/3Xv5bMk 🎆 ArtPrize Kick-off Event 📆 September 13, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM 📍 Ah-Nab-Awen Park 🎆 ArtPrize Art Competition 📆 September 13 to 28 📍 All Over Grand Rapids Image by: Bryan Esler Photo

Our 3rd annual Return to the River Festival was unforgettable, thanks to all of you! A huge shoutout to the talented artists, entertainers, volunteers and, of course, our amazing team—this wouldn't have been possible without you! 🌊 ✨ 💫 A special thank you to our sponsors Gentex, Metro Net and Horizon Bank for their support. Images by Shafi Subhan and Bryan Esler Photo.

Cars and Coffee Grand Rapids is back and better than ever! 🚗✨ Don’t miss your chance to get up close with Michigan’s most unique and sought-after rides, all for FREE! https://bit.ly/4758PQa 📆 Upcoming Dates: Sept 7 + Oct 12 ⏰ Happening from 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM 📍 Downtown Market, Grand Rapids Images by Evan Clark/Mitten Project

Moments from the annual Glimpse of Africa Festival! Don't miss out on the next cultural festival downtown! ⤵️ 🇲🇽 September 13 - 15: Mexican Festival https://bit.ly/3yFiYqd Images by Bryan Esler

Last week, the City of Grand Rapids started a 2-month mussel relocation mission on the Grand River. Tune in to listen to Mussel Biologist Heidi Dunn, who has worked with the Grand River Restoration team since 2013. Why is this a big deal? Relocation of the snuffbox mussels is a major step forward in the River restoration process. The federally endangered mussels must be moved before any construction can begin in the River.  Up to four dive teams will work to identify, recover and mark 14,000 to 15,000 mussels prior to relocation; this work is expected to continue through October. Click here for more information: https://lnkd.in/eN9mkKxq Key Partners in this project include: Grand Rapids WhiteWater City of Grand Rapids River for All

Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. and Dwelling Place began a partnership 4 years ago highlighting historical figures and events within the Heartside Neighborhood of Grand Rapids via their Heartside Historic Mural Project and this years mural is their largest yet of which we are so fortunate to be able to showcase on our parking ramp. https://lnkd.in/gmrSuY8S

FRIENDLY PSA! The Shrooms 🍄 and Los Trompos leave in 1 week! Check them out before it's too late! 📍 Visit the Shrooms at 555 Monroe 📍 Visit Los Trompos at Sixth Street Park 📸 Images by Bryan Esler and Shafi Subhan The Shrooms were created by Amigo and Amigo. Los Trompos were created by Esrawe + Cadena, produced by DTE Energy Beacon Park Foundation and The Downtown Detroit Partnership and is tour produced by Creos.

We know how hot it is out there and how critical it is to stay hydrated - whether you are a runner or simply enjoying downtown Grand Rapids - be sure to take advantage of the water fountains with refillable stations - summer isn’t over and we want you to stay safe and happy while recreating in Grand Rapids! Thanks to Downtown Grand Rapids Inc. for providing the locations of all the fountains and for being an advocate for creating resources and fun for our community! 
Locations of water stations: Canal Park 6th Street Park Ah-Nab-Awen Park Rosa Parks Circle Monument Park Heartside Park #community #friendshipmiles #dgri #water #hydration #waterfountain #partners #grandrapids #run #walk #mentalhealth #health #summer