Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of June.
Good morning, Grand Rapids.
💼 Business
Allendale Grill, a Tex-Mex steakhouse near Grand Valley State University, opened May 18 at 11233 68th Ave in Allendale.
The inviting spot serves steak, seafood, and casual Tex-Mex dishes plus catering and operates Sunday–Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. and Friday–Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
🎭 Culture
At Electric Forest on June 26, creative festivalgoers carried decorative totems—tall poles limited to 7 ft—to express themselves and spot friends among the crowd at Double JJ Resort in Rothbury.
The annual event drew tens of thousands and followed strict safety guidelines.
🎉 Grand Rapids Events
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Unofficial The Guess Who Pre-Party
5-9 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food, and games before the shows with food from Being Cheesy.
Unofficial Weird Al Pre-Party
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food trucks, and games before the concert.
Happy Birthday America Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Acrisure Amphitheater — Ticketed entry — Celebrate Independence Day with the Grand Rapids Symphony's festive performance.
Unofficial Jack Johnson Pre-Party
4-7:30 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy music, food, and games before the Amp shows.
Dave Matthews Band Summer Tour
7:30-10:30 PM — Acrisure Amphitheater — Tickets on sale Feb 20th — Experience two nights of electrifying performances from Dave Matthews Band.
Unofficial Dave Matthews Band Pre-Party
4-7 p.m. — The Intersection — $4 drafts and wells — Enjoy food trucks and good vibes before the show kicks off.
Speak Up Conference 2026
July 9-11 — Prince Conference Center and Hotel — Registration required — A premier event for Christian writers to learn, network, and share their messages.
HOME @ THE BOB
Evening time — The B.O.B. — Check event details for cost — Experience the infectious grooves of DaFunk Gang, a dynamic hip-hop, funk, and soul cover band from Grand Rapids.
Cozy Worldwide
9:00 – 10:30 PM — GLC Live at 20 Monroe — Ages 21+ — Enjoy an exciting night filled with cozy vibes and live performances.
Science on the Grand: A STEAM Conference for K-8 Inquiry-Based Educators
Teaching isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. That’s why we’ve crafted one amazing STEAM conference, filled with practical, teacher-tested ideas that will fuel your teaching fire. Experience NGSS-aligned sessions focused on cutting-edge, inquiry-driven, and classroom-ready strategies.
Science on the Grand: A STEAM Conference for K-8 Inquiry-Based Educators
Teaching isn’t just a job; it’s a calling. That’s why we’ve crafted one amazing STEAM conference, filled with practical, teacher-tested ideas that will fuel your teaching fire. Experience NGSS-aligned sessions focused on cutting-edge, inquiry-driven, and classroom-ready strategies.
🏠 Grand Rapids Real Estate
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