Name: Friendship Miles Glide with Pride: HALLOWEEN
Start: 2026-10-31
End: 2026-10-31

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

Glide with Pride HALLOWEEN 2026 is on ![🏳️‍🌈](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t56/1/16/1f3f3_200d_1f308.png)![✨](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tf4/1/16/2728.png) Join us October 31 at 8:30AM at Gazelle Sports Downtown Grand Rapids for a morning of movement, celebration, and community in honor and support of our LGBTQIA+ family.

We’ll move together with routes for all paces:

1.5-mile walk  
1-mile beginner run  
3-mile run  
6-mile run

After your miles, stay for snacks, coffee, and mimosas + community connection. Our partners at HOKA will also be on-site with demo shoes for you to try.

This series has always been about more than just movement; it’s about creating a safe, joyful, and affirming space where every BODY belongs.

See you on October 31! Bring your stride, your voice, and your pride

Friendship Miles Glide with Pride: HALLOWEEN

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