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23 Things to do in Grand Rapids this January

Written by higrdt | Jan 9, 2023 1:00:00 PM

If you're looking for things to do in Grand Rapids Downtown in January, look no further! There's something for everyone, from ice skating to visiting the art museum.

  1. Elevate - Hip Hop Dance Workshop & Networking Take a Hip Hop Dance Workshop Hosted by DanceSpire and Pirate Club Featuring REVEAL DANCE CHICAGO
  2.  Visit the Grand Rapids Art Museum - With winter comes shorter days, so make the most of the daylight and visit the Grand Rapids Art Museum. They have an extensive collection of art from around the world, and you're sure to find something that interests you.
  3. Go ice skating at Rosa Parks Circle - One of the best things about winter is outdoor ice skating. Rosa Parks Circle is the perfect place to do just that, and it's also a great way to get some exercise.
  4. Take a walk through Millenium Park - Millenium Park is a beautiful place to walk around, especially in winter when the trees are all covered in snow.
  5. Attend a winter concert at the Grand Rapids Symphony.
  6. Attend the Stephen Sharer Share the Love concer.t
  7. GR Symphony Presents Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows Part 1 in Concert.
  8. See the Griffins play against the Chicago Wolves on the 14th. 
  9. Enjoy live music and jazz at Switchback! Hang out, have a beer and enjoy some easy tunes and a relaxing Sunday evening.
  10.  Talk a walk downtown and see the house of cards, 128 light boxes for playing cards.
  11.  Show off your musical chops at the ArtRat Gallery on January 7th. A new kind of open mic at 46 Division Ave. 
  12. See the Six Broadway show From Tudor Queens to Pop Princesses, the SIX wives of Henry VIII take the mic to remix five hundred years of historical heartbreak into an exuberant celebration of 21st-century girl power! This new original musical is a global sensation that everyone is losing their head over.
  13.  January 6th | See all of the emotions on the “Talking Heads” Art exhibit from the world of winter event. 
  14.  Explore the new exhibit at the children's museum Wimee’s Dreams
  15. January 12th | Get ready to laugh and see Jessica Michelle Singleton at Dr. Grins Live at the BOB https://www.grinstix.com/events/65472
  16.  January 14th | The Whole Body Experience Conference 2023 is coming to Grand Rapids. Come move and be moved. 
  17. Visit the Urban Institute for Contemporary Art to see the installation from David Heo - See his piece Double Take 
  18.  January 18th | Visit the Art Pod - It holds interactive programming by MUSEGR, such as micro-events, mini-workshops, performances, artist showings, and exciting lighting.   
  19.  January 19th | Attend the annual Winter Jam Festival. Line-up features Jeremy Camp, We The Kingdom, Andy Mineo, Anne Wilson, Austin French, Disciple, & more. Hosted by Newsong. https://www.vanandelarena.com/events/2023/winter-jam-2023
  20.  January 22nd| Don’t miss your chance to see the Harlem Globetrotters.
  21.   January 24th | Take the Chilly walk challenge. Complete and receive a $25 gift certificate. 
  22.  January 20 -23 | Attend the Grand Rapids Remodeling & New Homes Show at the DeVos Place
  23. Enjoy a lovely stay at the Holiday Inn Downtown Grand Rapids.