Things to Do in Grand Rapids This Weekend: March 6-8, 2026

Grand Rapids has a full weekend ahead with dance nights, live music-themed events, comedy, family activities, sports, expos, and touring shows. Here’s a look at what’s happening around the city this weekend.

Friday, March 6, 2026

Harry Styles fans have two events to choose from on Friday.
First is the Harry Styles Listening Party from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Oh, Hello Paper & Gifts. The event includes a two-hour listen of the new album, complimentary snacks and drinks, and a disco ball craft for $3. Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/930726952624751/?rdid=8JwoKg2wv5MVBr7L&share_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fshare%2F1Kd37nFyCG%2F#

Later that night, Disco, Always: A Harry Styles Dance Night starts at 8:30 PM at The Stache at The Intersection. The party is for ages 18 and up, with Harry Styles, One Direction, and other dance floor favorites in the mix. Website: https://sectionlive.com/event/disco-always-a-harry-styles-dance-night/the-stache/grand-rapids-michigan/

Also starting Friday is Movement March at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum, running from March 6 through March 27. The first event takes place Friday from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM with Joyful Sounds Music Studio. This series focuses on movement, creativity, and hands-on play throughout the month. Website: https://www.grcm.org/events

For comedy, Sahib Singh will be at Dr. Grins Comedy Club Friday and Saturday. Friday showtimes are 7:15 PM and 9:45 PM. Website: https://www.thebob.com/drgrins/comedian/index.html?id=1455

The West Michigan Women’s Expo 2026 also begins Friday at DeVos Place and runs through Sunday. The event includes more than 200 booths, local shopping, stage presentations, samples, and more. Website: https://michiganwomensexpos.ticketspice.com/west-michigan-womens-expo-2026

Saturday, March 7, 2026

Saturday night brings Gimme Gimme Disco to The Stache at The Intersection from 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM. This one is built around ABBA, disco hits, and full dance-floor energy. Website: https://www.etix.com/ticket/p/57834095/gimme-gimme-disco-grand-rapids-the-intersection-the-stache?utm_source=Vesta&utm_medium=Referral

Sports fans can head downtown for Grand Rapids Rise vs. Omaha Supernovas at Van Andel Arena starting at 7:00 PM. This is also the last chance to be there for Barbie Game Day, with a Barbie jersey giveaway. Website: https://risevolleyball.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/SEGetEventInfo?ticketCode=GS:RISE:GRR26:M07:&linkID=griffins-rise&dataAccId=275&locale=en_US&siteId=ev_griffins-rise

Movement March continues on Saturday at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum from 12:00 PM to 3:00 PM, this time featuring Barre3 Grand Rapids. Website: https://www.grcm.org/events

Sahib Singh’s weekend run at Dr. Grins Comedy Club also continues Saturday with shows at 7:15 PM and 9:45 PM. Website: https://www.thebob.com/drgrins/comedian/index.html?id=1455

The West Michigan Women’s Expo will also be going strong at DeVos Place on Saturday. Website: https://michiganwomensexpos.ticketspice.com/west-michigan-womens-expo-2026

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Sunday includes a few major events downtown.

Dancing with the Stars LIVE comes to DeVos Performance Hall at 7:00 PM. The live tour includes favorite pros from the show along with special guest Andy Richter. Website: https://www.devosperformancehall.com/events/2026/dancing-with-the-stars-live

Also at Van Andel Arena, Winter Jam takes place on Sunday, March 8. This year’s lineup includes Anne Wilson, Matthew West, Katy Nichole, Disciple, Hulvey, Emerson Day, Newsong, and speaker Zane Black. Admission is $15 at the door, with no ticket required. Website: https://www.vanandelarena.com/events/2026/winter-jam

For brunch plans, MI Drag Brunch Presents: International Icons Only will be held at Founders Brewing Company with shows at 11:00 AM and 2:00 PM. The event is themed around International Women’s Day and celebrates major international women icons. Website: https://www.midragbrunch.com/westmi

The West Michigan Women’s Expo also wraps up Sunday at DeVos Place. Website: https://michiganwomensexpos.ticketspice.com/west-michigan-womens-expo-2026

Final Thoughts

This weekend has a little bit of everything in Grand Rapids. Friday is loaded with Harry Styles-themed events, Saturday has a good mix of nightlife and sports, and Sunday brings a few of the biggest live shows of the weekend. Families also have an ongoing option with Movement March at the Grand Rapids Children’s Museum.

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