From live theater and candlelight concerts to winter wellness, nightlife, and family-friendly events, Grand Rapids has a full slate of things happening this weekend.

All Weekend

AIN’T MISBEHAVIN’

Starts Friday, January 16
Grand Rapids Civic Theatre
A lively musical celebration of jazz legend Fats Waller, featuring the songs that defined his career from Tin Pan Alley to Hollywood. Praised for its energetic performances and arrangements, the show is rated PG-13 for mature themes and language.
https://www.grct.org/aintmisbehavin/

Grand Rapids Camper, Travel & RV Show

Thursday, January 15 – Sunday, January 18
DeVos Place Convention Center
The 20th annual RV and travel show brings together motorhomes, travel trailers, camper vans, vacation destinations, and RV accessories. One of the largest RV shows in Michigan.
https://showspan.com/grv/

Friday, January 16

Sound Bath & Meditation at World of Winter

5:30 PM – 6:30 PM
Calder Plaza
A guided meditation and sound experience inside the Emergence art installation, designed to promote relaxation and reflection during World of Winter.
https://worldofwintergr.com/event/sound-bath-and-meditation-2/

Candlelight: Tribute to Queen & The Beatles

6:30 PM – 7:45 PM
Wealthy Theatre
A string quartet performs iconic songs from Queen and The Beatles in a candlelit, intimate setting.
https://feverup.com/m/265142

Candlelight: Rock Favorites on Strings

8:45 PM – 10:00 PM
Wealthy Theatre
Classic rock songs from artists like Aerosmith, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Bon Jovi, and David Bowie reimagined for strings.
https://feverup.com/m/474383

Saturday, January 17

Bricks & Minifigs Walker – Grand Opening

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
3286 Alpine Ave NW, Suite G
A full-day grand opening celebration featuring LEGO Masters appearances, raffles, door prizes, music, and building activities.
https://www.facebook.com/events/840815048822857/

Bricks & Minifigs 3-Year Anniversary Celebration

10:00 AM – 8:00 PM
A community celebration marking three years in business, with exclusive deals, giveaways, raffles, and free activities throughout the day.
https://www.facebook.com/share/1AME2skeQS/

IDC Après Ski: Sugar Chalet

8:00 PM – Midnight
IDC at Amway Grand Plaza
A 21+ après-ski themed party featuring specialty cocktails, DJ music, and ski-inspired attire. $10 cover charge.

Sunday, January 18

Grand Rapids Gold vs. Cleveland Charge

3:00 PM
The Grand Rapids Gold take on the Cleveland Charge during the 2025–26 season.
https://www.gofevo.com/group/2025263625?ref=W

Final Take

This weekend in Grand Rapids offers a mix of live performance, music, wellness, nightlife, sports, and family-friendly events. With options spread across downtown and surrounding neighborhoods, there’s no shortage of ways to spend January 16–18. Event details and ticket availability may change, so checking links ahead of time is recommended.