Good morning, Grand Rapids.

Several hundred people gathered at Calder Plaza for the No Kings sing along on Saturday, Mar.

28; the event featured 18 songs promoting unity + civic engagement as part of broader local demonstrations.

This weekend, West Michigan offers many family-friendly events including STEM experiments at GRCC Community Stem Day (10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday) and a Boho Bazaar downtown (10 a.m. to 4 p.m. across Saturday and Sunday); a BARRE3 workout party at Silva will happen Sunday with a post-class hangout.

Grand Rapids officials, the Arts & Culture Collective and Kent County are teaming with KConnect to shape a regional arts strategy — guiding long-term creative investment.

Community input is invited at two kickoff events on March 30 at Lowell Arts and March 31 at the Center for Community Transformation.

The historic building at 111 Lyon Street is being converted from office space to 140 apartments, while the bottom three floors remain as bank headquarters.

Tours for prospective tenants are available now and a ribbon cutting is scheduled for June 1 (shared amenity spaces such as a lap pool and gym remain under construction).

Candlelight - 90s Hip-Hop on Strings

6:30-7:45 p.m. — Wealthy Theatre — Ticketed event — Experience the essence of 90s hip-hop reimagined through strings in a magical candlelit setting.

Hot In Herre: 2000s Dance Party

9 PM – 12 AM — Elevation — Entry details not specified — Relive the 2000s with top hits and nostalgic vibes from your favorite artists.

Annual Easter Brunch Buffet

10 AM – 4 PM — Reds at Thousand Oaks — Adults $39, Children 5–12 $16 — Indulge in a delightful array of breakfast favorites and holiday specialties.

The Lion King Stage Musical

7:30-9:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets available — Experience the breathtaking artistry and unforgettable music of this award-winning Broadway classic.

Broadway Rave - Musical Theater Dance Party

7:30 p.m. — The Stache — Cost varies — Dance the night away to Broadway hits and connect with fellow theater lovers.

Katy on Keys at Mojo's Dueling Piano Bar

8 PM - 12 AM — Mojo's Dueling Piano Bar & Restaurant — Cover charge may apply — Experience powerhouse vocals and a fun atmosphere with Katy on Keys at this lively dueling piano event.

Full Moon Sound Bath Experience

6-9 p.m. — The Big Room — Reserve your spot — Experience grounding and deep relaxation under the full moon with intentional sound healing.

Quintet Revelations by The Chamber Music Society of Lincoln Center

7:30-10:30 p.m. — St. Cecilia Music Center — Ticket info not provided — Experience the power and richness of a piano quintet featuring works from renowned composers across centuries.

Rivertown Races (10 km)

8 p.m. — Millennium Park — Registration fee — Experience a scenic 10km race amidst the beauty of Grand Rapids' largest urban park.

We Them Ones Comedy Tour

8:00-10:00 p.m. — Van Andel Arena — Ticket info available — Experience a night of laughter with headliner Mike Epps and a stellar lineup of comedians.