Name: 44th Annual Reeds Lake Resolution Run
Start: 2026-12-31
End: 2026-12-31

Farmhouse ales born in Grand Rapids. Vivant Brewery + Spirits promotes living the good life by brewing farmhouse inspired beer, serving a from-scratch menu and building a sustainable community one beer at a time.

Visit the world’s first [LEED](https://www.breweryvivant.com/sustainability/) certified microbrewery housed in a refurbished historic funeral home in the East Hills neighborhood. Live the Bon Vivant with neighbors, brewers, and monks alike enjoying rustic farmhouse inspired beers alongside European inspired cooking from our scratch-kitchen.

Voted best brewery restaurant, best service & ambience, best desserts, and 2nd best brewery overall in Grand Rapids, we welcome all in to our hallowed beer hall.

Vivant Brewery + Spirits

Join us at grove—the gem of East Hills—where we thoughtfully prepare our menu to captivate the senses and inspire an unforgettable experience. From sourcing ingredients to cuisine preparation, we're conscious of every aspect of our craft and welcome the Midwest farming seasons to ensure the absolute freshest ingredients from family and sustainable farms. Our food is complemented by a superior beverage program featuring hand-crafted cocktails and a progressive wine list curated by our advanced level III sommelier. We look forward to guiding you through an outstanding culinary experience. Reserve your table now and experience grove—where food is our craft.

grove

The third location for this award-winning Grand Rapids coffee roaster offers made-to-order waffles that are as unique as its coffee drinks.

Madcap Coffee - Fulton St.

Uptown hangout serves handcrafted specialty coffees, teas and sodas, and a rotating selection of baked goods while spotlighting the work of local artists.

Stovetop Roasters

Trailhead Cafe

A neighborhood hangout offering a nicely eclectic menu emphasizing local ingredients - like vegetables from the garden across the street.

The Winchester

Hip, contemporary Mexican joint in a renovated Uptown service station offers an extensive menu of authentic food, beer and tequila.

Donkey Taqueria

Located within minutes from Downtown Grand Rapids, you won't have to go far to enjoy our buns! We've also expanded our hours and are currently featuring meal deals sure to satisfy your belly and your wallet. Come in today and enjoy something hot off the grill, Jonny B'z style.

Jonny B'z Dogs and More

America’s largest interactive comedy murder mystery dinner show is now playing in Grand Rapids, Michigan! Solve a hilarious crime while you feast on a fantastic dinner. Just beware! The culprit is hiding in plain sight somewhere in the room, and you may find yourself as a Prime Suspect before you know it!

The Dinner Detective

Retro-style diner uses all-natural, fresh, local, quality ingredients to craft delectable breakfast and lunch dishes. Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and dairy-free options.

Anna's House - East Beltline

We are an economic generator through sports tourism for Greater Grand Rapids and Kent County in the West Michigan area.

We own and operate an award winning baseball/softball complex; the Meijer Sports Complex [www.MeijerSportsComplex.com](https://www.MeijerSportsComplex.com) featuring eight fields, including a championship field that seats 1,000.

Our signature event, the Meijer State Games of Michigan (Olympic-style sporting event), draws 10,000 athletes through 60+ sports in its Winter and Summer Games.  We work with many of our local sports clubs and organizations to host various regional and national tournaments.

Why Grand Rapids? We have:
•	12,000 + hotel rooms (2,500 downtown)
•	234,000 square foot downtown convention center (fits 40 volleyball courts)
•	12,000 seat Van Andel Arena
•	5 facilities that feature 4+ courts and multiple grass or turf fields
•	Grant program for new events
•	and more!

West Michigan Sports Commission

The Resolution Run: One Last Run

December 31, 2026 marks the 44th Annual Reeds Lake Resolution Run—a New Year’s Eve tradition in East Grand Rapids. This 4-mile course around Reeds Lake is USATF certified, giving runners and walkers a fast, accurate loop to close out 2026.

The main race begins at 2:00 PM, starting near East Grand Rapids Middle School and finishing in front of Collins Park.  
The Kids Race returns at 1:30 PM for ages 12 and under, with their own course and disco-ball medals waiting at the finish.

Since 1982, when Joe O’Brien first gathered runners for this end-of-year tradition, the Resolution Run has been more than a race. It’s a moment to show up, take stock, and head into a new year with intention. Year after year, runners and walkers come out—no matter the weather—to keep it going.

We’ll do it again in 2026, and continue Joe’s legacy of giving back by supporting Guiding Light Works

44th Annual Reeds Lake Resolution Run

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