Cultural Festivals & Events

Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival '21

June 11-12
Calder Plaza
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The 5th annual Grand Rapids Asian-Pacific Festival 2021 will showcase the rich cultures of Asia and the Pacific Islands. The numerous cultural demonstrations, performances, and vendors will provide a fun and engaging time for the entire family.

This event is FREE and OPEN to everyone!

Grand Rapids Hispanic Festival

August 6-8
Calder Plaza

West Michigan’s premier annual celebration of the community’s rich heritage! The Festival attracts attendees from across the state, local Hispanic business owners, artists and performers from 20 different Latin American countries. 

A Glimpse of Africa Festival

August 14
Calder Plaza

The A Glimpse of Africa Festival is the largest, one-of-a-kind African cultural event in West Michigan. This spectacular, family-friendly event showcases the rich, diverse, and beautiful African cultures through Fashion, Art, Food, Dance, Music, and a variety of interactive activities. Africa is the home of the most diverse beautiful people, cultures, unique amazing talents, and at the A Glimpse of Africa festival, you will get to experience all that topped with the warm unforgettable African hospitality.

2021 Danish Festival

August 19-22
Greenville, MI

Velkommen to the Greenville Danish Festival! Enjoy three days filled with music, two art and craft areas with over 200 vendors, many children’s activities, and three parades. For the active crowd there is a 5K, family walk, and softball. Taste of bit of Danish by eating aebleskivers or attending an authentic Danish breakfast or dinner. This festival is one of Michigan’s largest outdoor events. 

Yassou! Greek Cultural Festival

August 20-22
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church

Annual Greek Cultural Festival featuring scratch made farm to table food and live music!

Polish Festival

August 27-29
Rose Parks Circle

There will be cooking demonstrations, a Polish dance group, non-stop music (primarily polkas) children’s activities on Saturday, a Busia contest on Sunday, famously delicious Polish food and a beer tent featuring Polish beer. Our festival is free to attend and open to the public. We are proud of our heritage and would love for anyone to come out and experience our fun-filled festival.

There will be Polish merchandise available for purchase including beautiful Polish pottery, amber jewelry, Polish glass, Polish baked goods, and a variety of T-shirts. The food is made from scratch and freshly prepared on sight. Na zdrowie!

Pulaski Days

September 19-25
Locations vary. Check website

While following all local, state, and federal guidelines in regards to Covid-19, we will highlight Latin American cultures in all their rich variety and pay tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society—particularly the Tri-Cities area!

Grand Haven Hispanic Heritage Fiesta 2021

October 1-3
Locations vary. Check website

While following all local, state, and federal guidelines in regards to Covid-19, we will highlight Latin American cultures in all their rich variety and pay tribute to the generations of Hispanic Americans who have positively influenced and enriched our nation and society—particularly the Tri-Cities area!