BBQ, boats and baking: What to do in West Michigan this weekend
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — You can keep the Valentine’s Day theme going into the weekend with plenty of fun activities across West Michigan to do with the people you love most.
Here’s a look at what you can do the weekend of Feb. 16:
Winter BBQ and Beer Bash
Home Stryker Field in Kalamazoo will host the first-ever Winter BBQ and Beer Bash this Saturday.
Those in attendance will be able to sample dozens of different barbecues and beers while also checking out some live music.
Get your tickets by clicking here.
“Black Panther” in concert
The Grand Rapids Symphony will host two separate showings of Marvel’s “Black Panther” that will be accompanied by a live band.
The experience will take place at DeVos Performance Hall on both Friday and Saturday.
More information can be found here.
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Grand Rapids Boat Show
DeVos Place is welcoming the 79th annual Grand Rapids Boat Show to town this week.
Enjoy five days of everything boating through Sunday evening. There will be over five acres of boats and other features for you to check out.
Click here for more details.
“Friends” Night with the Griffins
Friday night will be a specialty theme night for the Grand Rapids Griffins and they could not BE any more excited.
“The One With ‘Friends’ Night” will take over Van Andel Arena. Fans will be able to enjoy references to the iconic sitcom and even take a picture on the famous couch. A portion of each ticket sold will also be donated to the Matthew Perry Foundation, which supports substance abuse care.
You can get your tickets by clicking here.
GR Rise take on the Atlanta Vibe
The Grand Rapids Rise are dominating the competition in the Pro Volleyball league and currently sit in second place at 2-1.
The team hopes to bounce back from the first loss of the season on Sunday against the Atlanta Vibe. Fans who show up will also receive a Rise fleece blanket along with their ticket.
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Tickets for the game can be found here.
Valentine’s cooking class
Whether you’re looking to spend the weekend with friends or a special someone, Thought Design in Rockford is offering you the chance to learn a new recipe.
You will be learning how to cook a five-course meal and the best part is, you do get to eat it all afterward.
More information can be found by clicking here.
Galentine’s Day Fashion Show at Woodland Mall
Woodland Mall is the place to be this weekend to keep celebrating Galentine’s Day right.
The mall will host a fashion show with a live DJ accompanying the models. The first 100 attendees will also receive goodie bags that will include coupons, freebies and other samples.
Check out more details on the event by clicking here.
Comedy magic show at Wealthy Theatre
Comedy magician Trino will host “Amzae & Amuse: A Modern Day Magic Show” this Saturday night at Wealthy Theatre.
Enjoy the jokes and tricks from Trino along with special guest Bill Cook in the Koning Micro Cinema.
Grab your tickets here.
Tucson Trunk Show in Grand Haven
Head on down to Studio JSD in Grand Haven this Friday and Saturday and check out some of the pieces being offered during the Tucson Trunk Show.
Guests will be able to select items through a collection of cabs, slabs, fossils, crystals, gems and more and even be able to have them turned into jewelry if they so choose.
Click here for more details.
Kentwood Freeze Fest Disco Golf Tournament
The city of Kentwood has partnered with Great Lakes Disc to host the Freeze Fest Disc Golf Tournament on Saturday.
Not only will you be able to face against other competitors, but the event is also raising money and accepting donations to be delivered to the Little Free Pantry.
You can find more information by clicking here.
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