Name: Merchants and Makers Small Business Saturday Market
Start: 2026-11-28
End: 2026-11-28

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

Join us for a one-of-a-kind shopping experience:

Small Business Saturday, November 28 | 10 AM – 4 PM

This isn't your average market — we’re bringing in a curated lineup of amazing makers and artists, plus SUPER fun live entertainment like performers, magicians, and more surprises to keep the energy high.

SILVA will be serving holiday-inspired concessions inside the market space, along with a full bar so you can sip while you shop.

Free to attend | Perfect for holiday shopping & good vibes  
Come celebrate local talent, support small businesses, and experience SILVA in an unforgettable way!

Merchants and Makers Small Business Saturday Market

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