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ArtPrize

When9/17/2026through 10/3/2026
WhereDowntown Grand RapidsGrand Rapids, MI
Hosted ByArtPrize
CategoryArts & Culture

About This Event

Grand Rapids turns into a citywide art exhibition during ArtPrize, an internationally known public art competition and cultural festival that welcomes hundreds of thousands of visitors. Viewing is free and installations appear across downtown venues and public spaces.
Cost
Free to view; dining, parking, and special add-on experiences may cost extra.
What to Wear
Comfortable layers and walking shoes suited to a long day outdoors.
What to Bring
A tote or poster tube for purchases, water, a weather layer, and cash or a card.

When & Where

Starts9/17/2026
Ends10/3/2026
RepeatsAnnual
VenueDowntown Grand Rapids
Meeting SpotA citywide downtown Grand Rapids footprint spanning roughly 4.5 square miles.
CityGrand Rapids, MI 49503
MapOpen in Google Maps (no address — points to city center)
Driving / Transportation / Parking
Visitors typically use downtown garages, ramps, and street parking while walking between venues. Parking demand rises significantly on opening and weekend dates.

Multi-day event — hours may vary by day, so check the description and any official event link.

Who Can Attend

VisibilityPublic — anyone can join
Member LimitNo limit
Est. Attendance967,000 total (85,000 peak day)

Members (4)

1 going · 1 maybe · 1 interested

MemberRSVP
Diego D.Maybe going
Grace NelsonAdded — no RSVP
JimmyInterested
William LongDefinitely going

Created & Updated

Created: 4/21/2026 6:09 PM by Admin
Last updated: 6/25/2026 8:16 AM by Paul M.