Looking for something to do this weekend? The weather looks great with mostly sunny skies and temperatures in the mid 70s. We have over a dozen events for you to choose from over the next couple of days. There is everything from carnivals, to golf, to mac and cheese, or brats and beer. There is also music, hot air balloons, chalk art. There are also Pride and Juneteenth festivals.

Three Rivers Water Festival

Three Rivers Water Festival
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Thursday, June 16-Saturday, June 18, 2022 - Scidmore Park, Three Rivers, MI
The theme for this years Water Festival is “Roaring 20’s”. This annual festival draws over 10,000 people with a parade, carnival rides, food, live bands, and fireworks More information can be found on the Three Rivers Water Festival Facebook page.


Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give

Meijer LPGA Classic
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Thursday, June 16-Sunday, June 19, 2022 - Blythefield Country Club, Grand Rapids, MI
Come out to the competition where everybody wins. You can watch the pros compete to help fight hunger and find fun for the whole family. There will be putt-putt golf, ice cream, local eats, and more. More information can be found on the Meijer LPGA Classic for Simply Give Facebook event page.


Don McLean

Friday, June 17, 2022 - 8 pm - DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids, MI
Don McLean is out touring for his 50th Anniversary "American Pie" tour. That song was first recorded in May of 1971 and a month later received its first play on the radio. The rest is history!

Here is a video that was produced to promote the tour...


Hudsonville Balloon Days

Hudsonville Balloon Days
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Friday, June 17-Saturday, June 18, 2022 - Unity Christian High School, Hudsonville, MI
This is a family fun community event. There will be Balloon Flights Friday & Saturday evening and Saturday morning! The ever popular Balloon Glows will take place at sunset both Friday & Saturday evenings. There will be have local Food Trucks and vendors along with Arts & Craft vendors each day from 4-10 pm. The amazing and talented group “Hark Up” will be providing entertainment both days from 4-9 pm! Parking will be a $10 donation. All events are “Weather Permitting”.Additional information can be found on the Hudsonville Balloon Days 2022 Facebook events page.


West Michigan Chalk Art Festival

West Michigan Chalk Art Festival
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Friday, June 17-Saturday, June 18, 2022 - Tanger Outlets, Byron Center, MI
The Byron Community Wellness Foundation sponsors and welcomes artists and visitors back to the West Michigan Chalk Art Festival. They are working to have a bigger, better, and safe return to this exciting and colorful festival. Bring out the whole family, friends, neighbors. You can participate as an artist or just walk, view, and experience the art at your feet. There are so many incredible pieces of chalk art on the sidewalks during this festival. (Let’s hope it doesn’t rain!) Get the latest information on the West Michigan Chalk Art Festival Facebook page.


South Haven Harborfest

Harborfest South Haven
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Friday, June 17-Saturday, June 18, 2022 - South Haven, MI
There will be live music, Dragon boat races (large and small boats), Carnival Rides and games. There will be fair food lines in the street. Also planned is a Craft Show. Mermaids and Tanks. More information can be found on the Harborfest South Haven Facebook page.


Sparta Beer & Brat Street Festival

Sparta Beer & Brat Street Festival
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Friday, June 17-Saturday, June 18, 2022 - Sparta, MI
Enjoy local beers, brats, shopping, and games (for ages 18+) in downtown Sparta during the Beer & Brat Street Fest! Custom craft beers will be matched up with mouthwatering brats cooked on site. There will also be live music, artisan vendors, and food trucks. This is an all-new adult-geared event that will feature locally sourced brats and custom brewed beer. Games for those 18+ include fowling, axe throwing, mechanical bull riding, and more! This event is free to walk around and enjoy the ambiance (no admission fee) and tickets will be sold, or you can purchase a $35 package that includes mechanical bull riding, axe throwing, and beer drinking for those 21 and over! Additional information can be found on the Sparta Today Facebook events page.


Spring GR Juneteenth

Juneteenth Fest
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Saturday, June 18, 2022 - John Ball Zoo, Grand Rapids, MI
Juneteenth Independence Day/Emancipation Day/Freedom Day commemorates the ending of slavery in the United States. Juneteenth is a day to celebrate and pay homage to African American freedom. Juneteenth Fest will feel like a community BBQ. There will be live music, food grilling, people dancing, kids playing, people shopping at over 100 vendors, and hanging out. More information can be found on SpringGR's LinkedIn page.


Kalamazoo Irish Fest

Kalamazoo Irish Fest
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Saturday, June 18, 2022 - Old Dog Tavern, Kalamazoo, MI
After a 2-year hiatus, Irish Fest is back for its 20th anniversary! Admission is $15 for the full day; children younger than 13 are free with a parent or guardian. There will be live music on both the inside and outside stages all afternoon and evening. More information can be found on the Kalamazoo Irish Fest 2022 Facebook event page.


Grand Rapids Pride Festival

Grand Rapids Pride Festival
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Saturday, June 18, 2022 - Calder Plaza, Grand Rapids, MI
Over the last 34 years, the Grand Rapids Pride Festival has grown into one of the largest one-day events in Grand Rapids. The event brings LGBTQ community members, LGBTQ businesses, allies, and organizations together to celebrate diversity, inclusion, and celebrating who you are Proud To Be! Updated information on the event can be found on the Grand Rapids Pride Festival Facebook page.


The Prince Experience

Saturday, June 18, 2022 - 8:45 pm - GLC Live at 20 Monroe, Grand Rapids, MI
The Prince Experience is a Prince tribute band. The performance includes all of Prince's hits, including the Purple Rain era.

Here is a video of what you can expect to see...


George Thorogood & The Destroyers

Saturday, June 18, 2022 - 8 pm - Firekeepers Casino, Battle Creek, MI
George Thorogood & The Destroyers make a stop at Firekeepers Casino in Battle Creek on the 18th of June.

Here is a video of George Thorogood & The Destroyers and "One Bourbon, One Scotch, One Beer" from June of 1984...


Mac and Cheese Fest

Undeniably Dairy Mac & Cheese Festival
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Saturday, June 18-Sunday, June 19, 2022 - Homer Stryker Field, Kalamazoo, MI
Presented by the United Dairy Industry of Michigan: Milk Means More. Outlier Events is partnering with the Kalamazoo Growlers to host the 4th annual Mac & Cheese Festival. This event highlights local food vendors and their unique take on mac and cheese. There will also be a variety of beer samples and milk stations on the field. Additional information is on the 2022 Mac & Cheese Fest Facebook event page.


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