GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (Wood) — Whether or not you want to commit a working day with some alpacas or a night time with some lanterns, there’s a good deal to do this weekend in West Michigan.
Below is a glance at what you can do the weekend of April 12:
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Lantern Competition at John Ball Zoo
1 of the most significant events at John Ball Zoo returns this 7 days in the second yearly Lantern Festival.
See dozens of Asian lantern displays throughout the zoo grounds soon after the sun sets from now until finally June 16.
You can plan your visit to the pageant by clicking in this article.
Flight Fridays at the Downtown Sector
Close just about every workweek this month by heading down to the Grand Rapids Downtown Industry for Flight Fridays.
You will have the opportunity to consider extraordinary pairings in sample type from several companies within the industry. Whether or not you want dessert, beverages or food items, you can find it all.
A lot more facts on Flight Fridays can be uncovered listed here.
Statewide Astronomy Night
The James C. Veen Observatory in Lowell Constitution Township is assisting you rejoice the Statewide Astronomy Night this Friday.
Be part of customers of the Grand Rapids General public Museum for a night time of stargazing, area actions and tours of the observatory.
Extra particulars on the occasion can be uncovered right here.
West Michigan Whitecaps open up time
Baseball is back again in West Michigan as the Whitecaps get established for a further season at LMCU Ballpark.
The crew will be using on the Quad Cities River Bandits by means of the rest of the weekend this means you have a lot of possibilities to see the Whitecaps in motion.
Get your tickets to the video games by clicking listed here.
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Canine and Donuts at Sandy’s Donuts
Sandy’s Donuts in Grand Rapids has teamed up with the Bissell Pet Foundation to host a puppies and donuts event this Saturday.
From 6 a.m. to 12 p.m., you can get a donut though also meeting some pups up for adoption at the Kent County Animal Shelter.
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Spring Fling Tent Sale in Grandville
Get prepared for summertime adventures by examining out the Spring Fling Tent Sale at Excellent Lakes Outpost in Grandville this weekend.
You will have multiple days to verify out specially discounted merchandise from outdoor gear to garments. There will also be particular activities happening each and every day.
Much more information and facts can be observed right here.
GR Comedian Con in Kalamazoo
The Grand Rapids Comic Con is likely on the street this weekend to the Kalamazoo County Function & Expo Center for a complete weekend of enjoyment.
Not only will you be able to delight in everything Comic Con has to present, but you will also be ready to meet many specific friends, which include forged associates of “Teenager Titans”, Tony Moran, who at first performed Michael Myers in “Halloween” and Debi Derryberry who has voiced dozens of legendary cartoons which includes Jimmy Neutron.
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Allegan Alpaca Pageant
Alpacas return to Allegan this weekend for the 26th once-a-year Alpaca Festival.
Starting up Saturday and continuing into Sunday, attendees can come to the Allegan County Fairgrounds to see dozens of alpacas all in just one location. The greatest component is, the festival is absolutely free to attend.
You can find out extra about the competition by clicking listed here.
Pigeon Hill Pintwood Derby
The Brewer’s Lounge at Pigeon Hill is web hosting a pinewood derby motor vehicle race this weekend with an added twist.
It is known as a Pintwood Derby Race at the institution and guests can deliver their very own modified automobiles and race them to see if they can get a leading prize through Sunday’s race working day.
Far more data can be discovered listed here.
Operate of the Mill 5K
Windmill Island Gardens in Holland is opening for the 12 months and that signifies the return of the Run of the Mill 5K race.
It will be held this Saturday at the gardens and there is nevertheless time for you to signal up and participate in the party.
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