Name: “Cheers, Queers!” An LGBTQIA+ Social Event + Costume Contest!
Start: 2026-10-29
End: 2026-10-29

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

**“Cheers, Queers!” gets extra spooky** with our second annual costume contest! The top costumes of the night will win prizes. Dress your best and enter for a chance to win! ![🦇](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t10/1/16/1f987.png)![🦇](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t10/1/16/1f987.png)![🦇](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t10/1/16/1f987.png)

**“Cheers, Queers!” is a vibrant and casual meet & greet** for West Michigan’s Trans & Queer Community! This welcoming and inclusive gathering is an excellent space to reconnect with old friends (and meet some new ones)! ![✨](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/tf4/1/16/2728.png) Co-sponsored by GR Trans Foundation & GR Pride Center.

“Cheers, Queers!” currently happens TWICE per month: one standard happy hour at Brewery Vivant, and one alcoholic-free meetup at Lotus Brew.

Important details!  
![🌈](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t13/1/16/1f308.png) Bring a friend or come solo – all are welcome!  
![🌈](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t13/1/16/1f308.png) Lotus has a full dry bar / mocktail menu (see Discussion tab or their website for more info)!  
![🌈](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t13/1/16/1f308.png) No purchase necessary; however, pastries, full dry bar / mocktail menu, espresso drinks, teas, sodas, & coffee will be available for purchase.  
![🌈](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t13/1/16/1f308.png) Outside food can be brought into the venue, but please no outside bevvies. Instead, support Lotus with a drink purchase! Nearby food: Asada, KCM, Red Bowl, and Black Napkin.  
![🌈](https://static.xx.fbcdn.net/images/emoji.php/v9/t13/1/16/1f308.png) Venue is all-ages, but this event is 18+.





TRANSPORTATION:

- Bikes. Secure bike racks are available around the corner in front of Leon & Son Wine.
- Bus. Exit the 6 bus at the Lake/Diamond stop, venue is located half a block south from stop (approx. 1 minute by foot).
- Cars. There is street parking, free after 7pm.

ACCESSIBILITY:

- Handicap parking spot in front of the venue (and an unofficial one in the back).
- For wheelchair/ramp access, the side door in the alley is ramped, but it is very uneven pavement + a bump at the base of the door. The door can sometimes get stuck. If you need assistance navigating the uneven pavement or opening the side door, please call when you arrive: (616) 419-8613
- Venue and event can become loud when busy.
- Venue has two all-gender restrooms.
- Venue has vegan brownies. No in-house GF food options.

“Cheers, Queers!” An LGBTQIA+ Social Event + Costume Contest!

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