Name: 2026 Return to the River
Start: 2026-08-22T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-08-22T23:00:00-04:00
Location: 555 Monroe

ABOUT THIS FREE FESTIVAL
You’re invited to a two-day celebration of music, art and community in Downtown Grand Rapids. This free, all-ages festival features live music, interactive art, traveling installations, an artisan market, food trucks and more!
DATES & TIMES
August 22 | 1:00 PM – 11:00 PM
August 23 | 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
LOCATIONS
555 Monroe, Sixth Street Park, and the Sixth Street Bridge. All sites are connected and walkable.
SCHEDULE + ACTIVITIES:
The full festival schedule, along with activities and food truck lineup, will be shared in the discussion section of this event closer to the festival.
REFRESHMENT ZONES (GRAB & GO DRINKS)
Designated beverage areas will be available on-site. Click here to learn more: https://refreshments.downtowngr.org/
GETTING HERE
The festival is easily accessible via DASH and The Rapid bus stops. Learn more: https://www.ridetherapid.org/additional-services/DASH
ACCESSIBILITY
This event is accessible and open to all. Please follow on-site accessible wayfinding signage.
DOG FRIENDLY
Dogs are welcome, but must remain leashed. Please clean up after your pet.
PHOTO/VIDEO NOTICE
This event may be photographed and/or recorded for promotional use. If you prefer not to appear in event media, please let an on-site photographer or videographer know.
ABOUT DGRI
Downtown Grand Rapids Inc partners with the City of Grand Rapids to support a vibrant Downtown through public space improvements, events & ongoing investment in the urban core.