Get ready for a busy weekend in Grand Rapids! We have lots of Spring Break wrapping up, some fantastic hands-on activities, and plenty of local markets happening Saturday. Remember that the Grand Rapids Public Museum is closed Sunday for Easter.
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49th Annual Rock & Mineral Show
Rogers Plaza Town Center
FREE admission with hands-on fun for future geologists.
Spring Break at the GRPM (Daily Activities)
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Indoor museum fun is available Sunday, even on Easter!
Open Play at Holland Playland
Central Wesleyan Church Playland
A dedicated indoor play space for ages 2 to 11 on Saturday morning.
· April 4
6: Take the kids to shop products created and sold entirely by local kids and teens. It’s a great way to support young business owners while finding unique items.It's a one-day event focused specifically on supporting young sellers this Saturday.
: Take advantage of the special Spring Break pricing for Kent County kids! Enjoy Giant versions of classic games, a Museum-wide T. rex scavenger hunt, and various hands-on activities all day.It’s a highly engaging indoor option, and kids 17 and under get free admission.
FREE : This popular show features displays, demonstrations, and hands-on stations all about rocks and minerals. Bring the rock hounds in your family for a full day of learning.It's completely free and promises hands-on fun for kids interested in nature and geology.
: This Saturday morning event is billed as an 'Extravaganza' and might include fun activities surrounding Easter celebrations.It's a specific church-hosted event happening Saturday morning that relates to the holiday weekend.
: The 'be nice.' initiative is hosting a Family Fun Fest at DeVos Place on Saturday morning. This is likely centered around community, positive messaging, and hands-on activities.A specific, family-focused event at a major downtown venue on Saturday.
: If you are looking for a morning egg hunt on Saturday, this event in the South Kent area kicks off at 10:00 AM.It's one of the many specific egg hunts happening Saturday before Easter Sunday.
· April 5
3KENTWOOD SPRINGTIME EGG SCAVENGER HUNTFREE : This free activity runs through Sunday, April 5th, so Sunday is your last chance to hunt! Look for hidden egg signs in Kentwood parks and scan QR codes to win fun prizes.This is the absolute last day of the event, making it a perfect Sunday morning outdoor mission before Easter festivities.
STORYWALK: WILLIAM WAKES UPFREE : This is the final day (ends April 5th) for the William Wakes Up StoryWalk at Paw Paw East! Read the book page by page as you hike the trail looking for signs of spring.It’s the very last day of this specific StoryWalk, and it’s a great free outdoor activity for Sunday.
EASTER CELEBRATION SALES : If your family enjoys a short day trip, the River Place Shops in Frankenmuth are holding special sales events through Easter Sunday. A good alternative if local stores are closed.Offers something to do in a nearby town if Easter Sunday plans are light.
Also On· anytime this weekend
5: The Children's Museum is hosting its annual Bonanza, featuring special hands-on activities. On Saturday, your little ones can spend the day creating projects in the Clay Studio.This is a special, concentrated activity for Saturday during their Spring Break week.
: This is the country's largest temporary tropical butterfly exhibition, featuring hundreds of butterflies flying freely in the beautiful Lena Meijer Tropical Conservatory. This exhibit runs through April 30th.It’s a stunning, immersive environment that’s guaranteed to amaze kids of all ages.
FREE : Home Depot hosts their monthly free kid workshop on the first Saturday, which is this Saturday! Kids can build a Farm Planter to take home—just remember that registration is usually required.It’s a free, creative, hands-on building project that happens right here on Saturday morning.
: If the weather is iffy or you need safe space for the 2-11 year olds to run around, check out the Open Play hours on Saturday. This provides unhurried time for families to connect.Great indoor play space open Saturday morning, specifically for kids 2-11.
FREE : Enjoy a free StoryWalk adventure this Saturday at Hemlock Crossing, following the tale of The Three Billy Goats Gruff along the park trail.It's a completely free outdoor activity that combines reading and walking, perfect for Saturday morning.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Grand Rapids this weekend?
This weekend (Apr 04-05) there are several great free options: the 49th Annual Rock & Mineral Show at Rogers Plaza (Sat), the Kentwood Springtime Egg Scavenger Hunt (runs through Sun), and the Home Depot Kids Workshop (Sat).
What's happening on Easter Sunday (April 5th)?
The Grand Rapids Public Museum is open for Spring Break activities (though the Young Entrepreneurs Market is Saturday only). The Kentwood Egg Hunt is running its last day, and you can enjoy the StoryWalk at Paw Paw East. Many church and regular kid activities will be closed or reduced for the holiday.
Are there any unique Saturday morning activities?
Yes! You can choose between building a free Farm Planter at the Home Depot Kids Workshop (9 AM), attending the Easter Extravaganza (9 AM), or checking out the Young Entrepreneurs Market at the GR Public Museum (10 AM).
