Summer in Grand Rapids is like stepping into a vibrant painting where every color pops with excitement! As the temperatures rise, so does the energy of this city, and I’m here to spill the beans on all the free-spirited festivities that make this season an absolute blast!
There are so many fun events and activities that happen weekly during the summer time. A lot of people don’t know all the free events that take place and I want to share the wealth! 😉 These will all be posted on the Weekly 411 as well but I think they deserve a special shoutout. So lets dive in!
Let’s talk workouts, but not the boring treadmill kind. Grand Rapids Parks and Recs are turning the city into a fitness playground with FREE outdoor workouts! From Monday to Thursday, you can sweat it out in style with a jam-packed schedule of cardio, dance, and yoga sessions at parks and public spaces all across Grand Rapids.
And guess what? I’ve got the scoop on the weekly lineup:
Mondays –
Basic Yoga at Mulick Park from 6 to 6:45 p.m.
SoulfulMOTION at MacKay Jaycees Park from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Zumba at Rosa Parks Circle from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Tuesdays –
Barre on The Blue Bridge from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
30 Minute HIIT at Lookout Park from 6:15 to 6:45 p.m.
Glute Aerobics at 555 Monroe from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Sunset Yoga at Lookout Park from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Wednesdays –
Sunrise Yoga at Indian Trails Golf Course from 6:30 to 7:15 a.m.
Pumped Up Strength at Cherry Park from 6 to 6:45 p.m.
African Dance at 555 Monroe from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
WERQ at Highland Park from 7 to 7:45 p.m.
Thursdays –
Basic Yoga at Sixth Street Park from 12:00 – 12:45 p.m.
POUND on The Blue Bridge from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m.
HIGH Low Fitness at Calder Plaza from 6 to 6:45 p.m.
Basic Yoga at MLK Park from 6 to 6:45 p.m.
Line Dancing at Roosevelt Park from 6:30 to 7:15 p.m.
Every Tuesday get your dancing shoes on and head down to Rosa Park Circle for Swing Dancing! The Grand Rapids Original Swing Society offers free lessons starting at 7 p.m. followed by open dancing until 9:30 p.m. It is a great way to try something new and meet new people! No partner? No problem, dancers of all ages and abilities are welcome. They primarily do East Coast Swing and sprinkle in some fun line dances too. They have a live music and some weeks they will have special guest performers that you won’t want to miss!
Oh, and mark your calendars for a midweek treat! The Food Trucks at the Airport Viewing Park: 2024 Food Truck season schedule is here! Every Wednesday in June through August from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., you can watch planes soar above while enjoying delicious bites from a variety of your favorite local food trucks. It’s a perfect blend of aviation and cuisine that you won’t want to miss!
Lets talk live music! Downtown Grand Rapids is turning lunch time into a jam lunch session! Every Thursday come to Relax at Rosa to listen to live music, enjoy the sunshine, lawn games, and a rotation of Grand Rapids best food trucks! Every Thursday starting now until September 12th, minus the 4th of July, this event will be taking place from 12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. It is a great way to split up your day and get some fresh air and enjoy some live entertainment.
Keeping the good grub going and Food Truck Fridays are making return to Riverside Park every Friday starting now until July 26th! There will be 20 food trucks on average every week rotating with so much delicious variety. If 20 different food trucks doesn’t seal the deal, there will also be live music at this event as well. Another great option for a fun Friday night out either with friends, a date, or bringing the whole family it will be fun for all!
And as if that wasn’t enough excitement, Grand Rapids is buzzing with free festivals throughout the summer. So keep your eyes peeled for my weekly email newsletter because you won’t want to miss a single moment of the Grand Rapids summer scene!
So lace up those sneakers, grab your water bottle, and get ready to make this summer your best one yet in Grand Rapids. From sunrise yoga to swing dancing under the stars, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Let’s make memories that’ll last a lifetime!
Cheers, friends!
