Name: Walker Pumpkin Bash
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03

Firebird Bar GR is a West Side bar and restaurant that brings together live music, casual dining, and a welcoming, high-energy atmosphere. Designed as a place to relax and connect, the space features a steady lineup of entertainment, including live bands, DJs, trivia nights, and themed watch parties. The menu focuses on comfort-style favorites, with options like pizza, fried chicken, sandwiches, and shareable appetizers. Whether stopping in for a night out or a laid-back hang, Firebird offers a lively yet approachable experience on the West Side.

Firebird Bar GR

A family-run bakery since 1905, Arnie’s retails artisan breads, desserts and other baked goods at its Leonard St store, which also has fast casual/takeout café serving all-day breakfast sandwiches, salads, donuts and more.

Arnie's Bakery & Restaurant - Leonard Street

Monarchs Club was originally founded in 1925 during prohibition and was an illegal Speakeasy started by Polish Immigrants on the west side of Grand Rapids. It's noted in historical files that it was raided by local police on a couple of occasions. In 2006 Monarchs Club reopened " Legally " at the same historic building, built in 1893 and located at the corner of Fourth and Stocking. Monarchs' is a neighborhood pub in the truest sense, a cozy corner with historical ambiance and a selection of over 100 Craft and European beers and 21 Taps for the Craft beer connoisseur. In addition, Monarch's has a great selection of original cocktails and spirits. Monarchs Pub Menu features a variety of Panini's with premium meats, Chicago style Italian beef sandwich, Polish and Italian sausages and Vienna Beef hot dogs including a Chicago style dog and Westside's famous "Red Lion Chilli Dog". Monarch's Club also features an outdoor patio and a private room with bar for parties up to 75 people and plenty of off-street parking.

Monarch's Club

Ferris heritage spans back to 1924 as a family-owned and operated coffee and nut roaster. Featuring a variety of of freshly roasted coffees, trail mixes and snacks, gourmet chocolates and Michigan-made gifts. Ferris offers a full retail & coffee shop with espresso bar, premium teas, breakfast sandwiches, and more!

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.

**Rapid River Stillhouse**

We’re not just a restaurant—we’re a three-level experience built for those who love bold whiskey, great food, and live music.

Start on the first floor with our *Gatlinburg-style whiskey tasting bar*, where you can sip your way through our handcrafted spirits just steps from where they’re made. Then settle in and enjoy Southern-inspired comfort food, packed with smoky flavors and chef-driven twists—served on all three floors.

Upstairs, our second level hosts live music that ranges from country and blues to rock and tribute nights. And when the weather’s right, head up to the rooftop deck for sweeping city views, cool drinks, and the best sunsets in town.

Whether you're grabbing lunch, catching a show, or just sampling some of the best whiskey around—**there’s always something to experience at the Stillhouse.**

**Bold whiskey. Live music. Southern flavor.**  
Come see what we’re all about.

Rapid River Stillhouse

**Brauhaus. Bierhall. Deli. Wine and Spirit Tasting Room. Craft Sodas.**  
Our classic Bavarian Bierhall is a throwback to the historical West Side and a taste of Munich without the plane ticket.

Küsterer Brauhaus Facility Tour

Renovated 1930s-era building on the West Side is a fun, friendly place to enjoy craft beer on tap and awesome American comfort food.

Blue Dog Tavern

Bridge Street Bar is a Detroit-themed sports bar located in the heart of the West Side. Blending Detroit sports culture with the Grand Rapids community, it offers a casual, energetic setting that’s ideal for catching the game or meeting up with friends. Guests can expect a lineup of scratch-made bar food, including burgers, sandwiches, and Detroit-inspired favorites, along with a strong selection of beer and drinks. With multiple TVs and a lively atmosphere, Bridge Street Bar has quickly become a go-to spot for game day and neighborhood gatherings.

Bridge Street Bar

The Bitter End, voted best coffeehouse by Grand Rapids magazine readers, is located in a restored century-old bank building. Craft-roasted coffees, teas, smoothies, and more.

Bitter End Coffee House

Villa Bar & Banquet is home to the Villa Banquet Hall and the Dungeon Bar & Lounge Restaurant.

The Villa, a completely new state-of-the-art banquet hall, is available for rent for all events, from business lunches to lavish weddings.

The Dungeon, a cozy basement speakeasy, serves upscale craft cocktails and far-to-table food.

Dungeon Bar & Lounge Restaurant

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

Pumpkin Bash 2026 will be held on Saturday, October 3, from 10-11:30 am, at Walker Community Park (700 Cummings Ave NW). The change was made due to the ongoing construction of the new Walker Library.

Pumpkin Bash is our inaugural fall kickoff! Kids can enjoy free mini pumpkins, donuts, cider, a petting zoo, a pumpkin decorating station, trick-or-treating, and more! Costumes are encouraged!

Walker Pumpkin Bash

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