April is the month when Michiganders typically put away their winter coats and hop into spring attire. With temperatures typically reaching upwards of 50 degrees, the streets of Grand Rapids get busier by the day. Here are some exciting events happening around GR that you will want to mark on your calendar for this April.

GR Spring Break Activities | April 1-10

Staying in GR for Spring Break? Whether you're a GR local or traveling to the city for Spring Break there are several things to keep the family busy. Take a look at these two fun activities and great deals happening around town. Keep your kids busy and ensure they're having fun!

Spring Break Wristbands at Craig Cruisers

Get a $35 wristband for a week-long Spring Break pass to Craig’s Cruisers! Wristbands include; Indoor & Outdoor Go-Karts, Laser Tag, Bumper Cars, Mini-Golf, Bumper Boats, Frog Hopper, Cruiser Coaster, Ninja Course, Trampoline Park, and Pizza Buffet. Loads of fun all week long!  *Weather permitting on outdoor attractions. It’s too good to miss!

Grand Rapids Public Museum Spring Break

Spend Spring Break at the Grand Rapids Public Museum to enjoy intriguing exhibits and planetarium shows! In the new exhibition, Pterosaurs: Flight in the Age of Dinosaurs life-size models, casts of rare fossils, and interactives bring these ancient animals to life.

You can also relax, recline and experience the incredible forces of our universe in the Roger B. Chaffee Planetarium with shows for all ages and interests. This year, spring break shows will take place four times a day including titles: Starlight Safari, Space School, Subatomic: Detecting the Unseen, Under Starlit Skies, Star Lore and Dark Side: The Light Show. Get tickets here. 

Elton John Farewell Yellow Brick Road Tour | April 5

Yes, the John Elton Farewell event is finally here. Having been rescheduled from April 23, 2020, John Elton’s music fans in Michigan and beyond have long awaited this show. The event is set for April 5, 2022, at Van Andel Arena. All tickets purchased for the rescheduled events are still valid.

Grand Rapids Comic-Con (April 8-10)

Grand Rapids Comic-Con is a comic book and popular arts convention held at The DeltaPlex Arena on April 8-10, 2022. Cast members from "RWBY", Power Rangers Command Center Reunion, vending hall, and so much more! Also enjoy special guests Roger Jackson, Mike DeCarlo & Rags Morales! Join your fellow Comic-Con attendees around GR all weekend!

Grand Valley State University Commencement (April 29-30)

Congratulations Graduates! Year after year friends and family of GVSU grads explore downtown GR before and after commencement. The Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown is happy to host you for the celebration. Visit the website here to reserve your place to stay.

VolleyFEST | April 30-May 1

Hosted at the Devos Place in Grand Rapids, Inside Out Volleyball Club presents the 2022 Lakeshore Volleyfest. Michigan AAU Volleyball has set the standard for membership and event management. Join the fun or play. There are opportunities to play on many levels and age groups from novice to seasoned veteran. Good luck teams!

SHE RUNS Grand Rapids | April 30-May 1

She Runs Grand Rapids started in 2013 (then called Gazelle Girl) to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Title IX. Over the past 10 years, thousands of women from 30 states and abroad have joined. This event has connected women through movement, achievement, celebration, friendship, and fun! Whether you're looking to run a half marathon, 10k, 5k, or kids run there is something for each of you!

Happy Spring everyone!

Tell us what you’re planning for April in the comments below.