Cherries, Cheese and Chair Throwing: What to Do in West Michigan This Weekend

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — If you’re looking for help finding something fun to do with friends and family this weekend, look no further.

Here’s a look at what you can do the weekend of June 28:

Ottawa Hills Gardens Tour

Saturday marks the 30th annual Ottawa Hills Garden Tour.

You can explore gardens, large and small, in the Grand Rapids neighborhood for free. The tour begins at 9 a.m. at Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School.

Click on here for more details.

Debris in a Muskegon neighborhood following a storm on June 25, 2024.

As of 2 a.m. Wednesday, 70,638 customers were still without power in the state of Michigan. This included 34.0% of Muskegon Co., 20.8% of Oceana Co., 8.1% of Ottawa Co. and 4.9% of Kent County.

“The Rocky Horror Picture Show” at the Wealthy Theater

The Wealthy Theater will present the cult classic “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” Saturday evening.

This is part of Theater Pride Month festivities.

Two screenings will allow you to see the film at 7 p.m. and 11 p.m. Buy your tickets now by clicking here.

Independence Pro Wrestling returns to GR

High-flying, action-packed wrestling returns to Grand Rapids this weekend as Independence Pro Wrestling brings Fate of Eight to the Patterson Ice Center.

Enjoy two full hours of matches in a single elimination tournament that leads to a main event showdown next month.

Tickets and additional information can be found here.

Celebration of Robinette Cherry Day

The end of cherry season is fast approaching, but it’s time for one last celebration and it’s happening at Robinette’s near Grand Rapids.

The orchard and winery are hosting an all-day cherry festival this Saturday. There are plenty of cherry treats to enjoy, including special cherry fritters.

Click on here to learn more.

Humane Society of West MI 141st Birthday Party

The Humane Society of West Michigan celebrates its 141st anniversary this Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The “Paw-ty” will include activities like puppy yoga and cupcake decorating, but you can also donate to the shelter or even adopt one of the pets that will be in attendance.

Additional details can be found by clicking here.

Smiling Acres Music Festival

Trufant, will once again host the Smiling Acres Music Festival this weekend.

Enjoy three consecutive days of music, art, food and fun. This year’s festival will feature performers from sunrise to sunset.

You can get tickets for the festival by clicking here.

Macaroni and Cheese Festival

Do you like mac and cheese? Of course you do, which is why you should be at the Mac & Cheese Festival this weekend.

Homer Stryker Field in Kalamazoo will host the event that celebrates all things cheese and macaroni. It all starts on Saturday.

Get tickets to the festival while you can by clicking here.

The first Hastings Pride Festival

The town of Hastings is hosting its first-ever Pride Festival this Saturday, from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m.

The festival will be held at Thornapple Plaza and will feature live entertainment, tables, and LGBTQ+ resources for attendees.

Additional information about the festival can be found here.

Grand Haven Arts Festival

For three days starting Friday, you can experience everything the Grand Haven Art Festival has to offer.

The event will feature the works of more than 80 artists in all mediums along Washington Avenue.

For more information, click here.

South Haven Cottage Walk 2024

SHOUT for South Haven is bringing back its Cottage Walk for another year this weekend.

On Saturdays you can discover the region’s chalets and experience their beauty while supporting the local community.

Click on here to find out more about the event.

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