Get ready for a fun family weekend in Grand Rapids! Don't miss the epic World of Winter Festival or the huge Disney on Ice shows at Van Andel Arena this February 7th and 8th, 2026.
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World of Winter Festival - Day 1
Downtown Grand Rapids
Explore huge, free outdoor art installations across downtown!
Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures
Van Andel Arena
A massive, indoor ice show perfect for escaping the cold.
GR Public Museum Winter Exhibit: Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Interactive dinosaur exhibits that captivate younger minds.
· February 7
3WORLD OF WINTER FESTIVAL - DAY 1FREE : America's largest free winter festival is in full swing! Stroll downtown to check out stunning light-based art installations and enjoy the winter vibes. This is an outdoor event, so bundle up! It's America's largest free winter festival with tons of outdoor art for the whole family to explore.
DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTS ROAD TRIP ADVENTURES : Catch the magic of Disney on Ice with a show centered around road trip adventures! There are multiple showtimes throughout Saturday, so you can pick the perfect time for your crew.A massive, big-name touring show that guarantees entertainment for all ages in the target range.
PARKRUN - COMMUNITY 5KFREE : Join this free, friendly weekly 5k community event. The kids can walk, jog, or run, and it's a great way to get active outdoors, rain or shine!It's a free, fun, and structured outdoor activity for the whole family to participate in together.
· February 8
2WORLD OF WINTER FESTIVAL - DAY 2FREE : Wrap up your weekend exploring the incredible interactive art scattered throughout downtown. It’s a fantastic, non-strenuous way to soak up some winter magic before Monday hits.A unique, free opportunity to explore large-scale public art installations unique to this winter season.
GR PUBLIC MUSEUM WINTER EXHIBIT: TYRANNOSAURS: MEET THE FAMILY : Spend part of your Sunday checking out the fascinating dinosaur exhibit featuring T-Rex family members. It’s a perfect blend of history and science for curious kids.A long-running, high-quality museum exhibit that is intellectually stimulating for older kids and visually engaging for younger ones.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Grand Rapids this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 07-08) the best free option is the World of Winter Festival in Downtown Grand Rapids, which runs both days with amazing outdoor art! Also, consider the community Parkrun 5k on Saturday morning at Riverside Park.
Are there any big indoor shows this weekend for the kids?
Yes! Disney On Ice presents Road Trip Adventures is at Van Andel Arena on both Saturday (Feb 7th) and Sunday (Feb 8th) with multiple performance times.
What can we do that's both fun and educational on Sunday?
Head to the Grand Rapids Public Museum on Sunday, February 8th, to explore their current exhibit, 'Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family,' which is included with general admission.
