Good morning, Grand Rapids.

The Grand Rapids Santa Parade was held downtown Saturday night, November 22, and featured a former Detroit Lions as its grand marshal — the event also highlighted festive displays with corgis that delighted local residents.

Santa arrived in downtown Grand Rapids to kick off the holiday season as tens of thousands gathered along dry streets— the parade ended with the lighting of the Christmas tree at Rosa Parks Circle.

Los Mariscos de Pancho will start serving its Mexican seafood and birria tacos at City Built Brewing’s kitchen in downtown Grand Rapids on Dec.

9—replacing the brewery’s in-house menu. The new partnership will offer a full dining option while City Built continues to provide separate drink services, and the original restaurant on Leonard Street will remain open.

Bryan Ulbrich, owner of Left Foot Charley, said Michigan wineries face challenges from changing tastes and environmental pressures like Japanese beetles — which now appear every year.

He said wineries must show what makes Michigan wines unique instead of relying on old European standards.

The Gerald R. Ford International Airport is expecting over 153,000 holiday travelers—a 5% increase from last year—with peak travel already underway and the busiest departure set for Monday, November 24.

Operation Handshake on November 26 will welcome home service men and women as the airport continues normal operations with established morning and afternoon rushes.

Postmodern Jukebox: Magic, Moonlight & Mistletoe Tour

8-9:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of vintage musical magic with genre-twisting covers and holiday classics.

TVBOO Live Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Intersection — Ticket prices vary — Experience electrifying bass music and high-energy performances from rising star TVBOO.

GR Turkey Trot 2025

8:10 a.m. — Van Andel Arena — Registration fee required — Celebrate fitness and community spirit with the 33rd Annual Grand Rapids Turkey Trot 5K run/walk.

Straight No Chaser Holiday Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets vary — Enjoy a festive evening filled with holiday cheer from the renowned a cappella group Straight No Chaser.

Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons

6:30-7:29 p.m. — Wealthy Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a magical candlelight concert featuring the music of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by the KalHaven String Quartet.

Los Tigres del Norte Concert

8-9:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Tickets on sale — Experience the legendary Los Tigres del Norte live in a musical journey through their classics and new hits.

A Magical Cirque Christmas

7:30-9 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience breathtaking variety acts and holiday magic for the whole family.

Sips & Succulents Cocktail Class

6-8 p.m. — New Holland Brewing - Grand Rapids Brewpub — Ticket required — Craft cocktails while designing your own succulent arrangement for home.

In The Christmas Mood With The Glenn Miller Orchestra

7-8:30 p.m. — DeVos Performance Hall — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with timeless classics performed by the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra.

Donna The Buffalo Concert

7-9:30 p.m. — The Stache — Ticket prices vary — Experience the vibrant lifestyle of Donna The Buffalo and their roots rock sound.