Grand Rapids Foodie Fest 2026
The 5th Annual Grand Rapids Foodie Fest is a three-day event celebrating a diverse community of food vendors, retail merchants, and live entertainment throughout the weekend.
Event Details
Location: Downtown Grand Rapids – The Calder Plaza
Address: 300 Monroe Ave NW, Grand Rapids, MI
Estimated Attendance: 10,000+ individuals over the weekend
Event Hours
Friday, July 3, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Saturday, July 4, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Sunday, July 5, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
FREE & Family-Friendly
This event is FREE and open to the public!
All vendors accept card and cash payments.
Alcoholic Beverages
A beer garden will be available for adults 21+ with a valid ID.
Outside alcoholic beverages are prohibited.
Parking Options
Recommended Parking:
• Govt Center – 300 Monroe Avenue NW (0.3 miles from the venue)
Street Meter Parking:
• Meters charge until 7 PM Friday
• Free all day Saturday & Sunday (Use the "MOTU" app to pay by card)
More Parking Options: https://bit.ly/parkgr
Free DASH Bus
Skip the expensive lots! Take the FREE DASH bus running every 15 minutes, Wednesday - Sunday, through Downtown Grand Rapids!
Learn more: https://bit.ly/dashbus
Accessibility
Learn more about venue accessibility at https://bit.ly/calder24
Photo/Video Disclaimer
This event may be photographed and recorded for promotional purposes. If you do not wish to be included, please inform the photographer/videographer.
Grand Rapids Foodie Fest – Contact Info
Email: foodiefestentertainment@gmail.com
Website: www.GrandRapidsFoodieFest.com
2025 Event Recap
Watch the highlights: http://bit.ly/4az1MRv
Important Notice
THIS IS THE ONLY OFFICIAL EVENT PAGE
Official Email: info@grandrapidsfoodiefest.com
Official Website: www.grandrapidsfoodiefest.com
Do not send money to anyone else! Beware of random Facebook accounts claiming to accept vendors—these are scams.