GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (ABC 4)- Prepare for the ultimate weekend of family fun! West Michigan is filled with plenty y of activities and events to explore with your loved ones. Between fall festivals and seasonal attractions, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
Discover happenings from Friday, Oct. 11, through Sunday, Oct. 13, using Maranda’s Weekend Fun Guide.
Lowell Harvest Celebration
Celebrate fall in Downtown Lowell! This Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. is the Lowell Harvest Festival, which features a chili cook-off, pumpkin decorating, an autumn marketplace, riverwalk entertainment and more. See details.
Apple Orchards and Corn Mazes
There’s nothing like visiting local apple orchards and mills or getting lost in corn mazes this time of year! Have fun as a family by discovering local fall attractions near you.
Fire Prevention Day at Gerald R. Ford Int. Airport’s Viewing Park
It’s Fire Prevention Week! To celebrate, a family-friendly event will occur from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. this Saturday. Visit Gerald R. Ford International Airport’s Viewing Park for free food (first 100 visitors) from Pronto Pup Food Truck, tours of emergency vehicles and free swag. See details.
Tricks-and-Treats at Michigan’s Adventure
Halloween may be a few weeks away, but Michigan’s Adventure in Muskegon is getting a head start on celebrating this spooktacular time of the year.
On Saturday and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m., guests of all ages can participate in “Tricks-and-Treats,” which features a costume contest, trunk-or-treat trail, a mask maker’s mash, and more. Details.
40th Annual Fennville Goose Festival
Fennville is the place to be this Thursday, Oct. 10, through Sunday, Oct. 13! The 40th Annual Goose Festival is underway and includes fun for all.
Enjoy a carnival, live music, goose & gosling market, parade, car show, food trucks and more. See details.
Zoo Goes Boo at John Ball Zoo
Get into the Halloween spirit at John Ball Zoo! “Zoo Goes Boo” kicks off this Friday and features Halloween decorations, thirteen twisted treat stations, animal fun and live entertainment! See details.
Pumpkin Patches
Ready to have a gourd time finding the perfect pumpkin? Check out these pumpkin patches across West Michigan!
Fall Family Film Fest
The Neighborhood Cinema Group in Lansing is hosting the ultimate event for families! From Oct. 11 to Oct. 13, catch showings of “Hotel Transylvania” for $2. See details.
DeutscheMarques Oktoberfest at the Gilmore Car Museum
Cruise your way to the Gilmore Car Museum! On Saturday, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., DeutscheMarques is hosting Oktoberfest, where visitors dine on German food and beverages, and enjoy a German Car Color Tour, live music, a costume contest and more. See details.
Cranberry Harvest Days
DeGrandchamp Farms in South Haven invites the community to experience all things cranberry!
Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. is Cranberry Harvest Days, where attendees can experience trolley rides, observe a cranberry sorting line, enjoy food tastings, activities for kids and more. See details.
