Alpacas, astronomy and anime: What to do in West Michigan this weekend
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) — Whether you want to spend a day with some alpacas or a night with some lanterns, there’s plenty to do this weekend in West Michigan.
Here is a look at what you can do the weekend of April 12:
Lantern Festival at John Ball Zoo
One of the biggest events at John Ball Zoo returns this week in the second annual Lantern Festival.
See dozens of Asian lantern displays across the zoo grounds after the sun sets from now until June 16.
You can plan your visit to the festival by clicking here.
Flight Fridays at the Downtown Market
End every workweek this month by heading down to the Grand Rapids Downtown Market for Flight Fridays.
You will have the chance to try incredible pairings in sample form from several businesses inside the market. Whether you want dessert, drinks or food, you can find it all.
More information on Flight Fridays can be found here.
Statewide Astronomy Night
The James C. Veen Observatory in Lowell Charter Township is helping you celebrate the Statewide Astronomy Night this Friday.
Join members of the Grand Rapids Public Museum for a night of stargazing, space activities and tours of the observatory.
Additional details on the event can be found here.
West Michigan Whitecaps open season
Baseball is back in West Michigan as the Whitecaps get set for another season at LMCU Ballpark.
The team will be taking on the Quad Cities River Bandits through the rest of the weekend meaning you have plenty of options to see the Whitecaps in action.
Get your tickets to the games by clicking here.
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Dogs and Donuts at Sandy’s Donuts
Sandy’s Donuts in Grand Rapids has teamed up with the Bissell Pet Foundation to host a dogs and donuts event this Saturday.
From 6 a.m. to 12 p.m., you can get a donut while also meeting some pups up for adoption at the Kent County Animal Shelter.
Click here for more information.
Spring Fling Tent Sale in Grandville
Get ready for summer adventures by checking out the Spring Fling Tent Sale at Great Lakes Outpost in Grandville this weekend.
You will have multiple days to check out specially discounted items from outdoor equipment to clothing. There will also be special events happening each day.
More information can be found here.
GR Comic Con in Kalamazoo
The Grand Rapids Comic Con is going on the road this weekend to the Kalamazoo County Event & Expo Center for a full weekend of fun.
Not only will you be able to enjoy everything Comic Con has to offer, but you will also be able to meet several special guests, including cast members of “Teen Titans”, Tony Moran, who originally played Michael Myers in “Halloween” and Debi Derryberry who has voiced dozens of iconic cartoons including Jimmy Neutron.
Click here to learn more.
Michigan Alpaca Festival
Alpacas return to Allegan this weekend for the 26th annual Alpaca Festival.
Starting Saturday and continuing into Sunday, guests can come to the Allegan County Fairgrounds to see dozens of alpacas all in one spot. The best part is, the festival is free to attend.
You can find out more about the festival by clicking here.
Pigeon Hill Pintwood Derby
The Brewer’s Lounge at Pigeon Hill is hosting a pinewood derby car race this weekend with an added twist.
It’s called a Pintwood Derby Race at the establishment and guests can bring their own modified cars and race them to see if they can get a top prize during Sunday’s race day.
More information can be found here.
Run of the Mill 5K
Windmill Island Gardens in Holland is opening for the year and that means the return of the Run of the Mill 5K race.
It will be held this Saturday at the gardens and there is still time for you to sign up and participate in the event.
Click here for details.
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