We share a love for nature and good, quality craft beer. As a family of beer nerds, we like to push the envelope to brew creative, innovative, and unique beers. Join us as we pursue our dream of opening a brewery in charming Rockford, MI.

Third Nature Brewing Company

A view of the golf course and a variety of food and beverage services are offered. Their banquet facility is available for private parties, wedding receptions, corporate meetings, and golf outings.

Boulder Creek Restaurant & Banquet Facility

Boulder Creek is an upscale 18-hole public course with a warm atmosphere and courteous, professional staff. The elegant, yet casual clubhouse has a pro shop, restaurant, bar and banquet facilities.

Boulder Creek Golf Club

Rockford Brewing Company (RBC) opened for business in 2012 by its founding partners, Jeff Sheehan and Seth Rivard. Although relatively new as a company, RBC’s team has over 15 years of previous professional brewing and business experience. RBC specializes in traditional and inventive beers that focus on Michigan agriculture. The brewery is located in historic downtown Rockford, MI and is situated adjacent to Michigan’s Frederick Meijer White Pine Trail State Park and among the rolling hills of the beautiful Rogue River Valley.

Rockford Brewing Company

There’s nothing better than spending time with good friends in the kitchen, working together to make a meal, and sharing a fun experience where you might even learn something new.

Thought Design Culinary Classes

A family style restaurant which features the "Home of the Hot Dog Hall of Fame". Eat 12 or more of our World Famous chili dogs and your name will be added to the Hot Dog Wall of Fame.

The Corner Bar

Nestled in the heart of Rockford, Michigan, Char + Barrel offers a charming culinary experience that combines the warmth of a local gathering place with a menu that celebrates rich, distinct flavors. Specializing in an inventive selection of grilled delights and tapas, each dish is crafted with care to provide a fresh take on classic favorites. Situated on the bustling Main Street, this eatery attracts both locals and visitors seeking a unique dining atmosphere.

Char + Barrel is known for its inviting ambiance, making it the perfect spot for casual dinners, family outings, or social gatherings. Guests can enjoy a range of dishes prepared with high-quality ingredients, delivering robust tastes and satisfying textures that appeal to a diverse palate. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty meal or light bites to share, the establishment offers something for everyone.

Char + Barrel

Nestled in the heart of Rockford, The Toasted Pickle is a quaint eatery located at 17 Squires Street Square NE that promises a delightful dining experience. Known for its inventive sandwiches and use of fresh, high-quality ingredients, this local favorite invites food lovers to savor creative twists on classic comfort food. Whether you're in the mood for a hearty lunch or a casual dinner, The Toasted Pickle's diverse menu offers something for everyone. 

The Toasted Pickle Rockford

Discover the Bridge Street Burger Shack, a hidden gem in the heart of Rockford, Michigan, at 51 E Bridge St NE. This cozy eatery captures the essence of classic American dining with its focus on crafting mouth-watering burgers that satisfy every craving. Known for its welcoming atmosphere, the Burger Shack is perfect for anyone seeking a casual meal in a friendly setting.

Bridge Street Burger Shack

This tavern offers a menu that features hearty dishes, with options perfect for lunch or dinner. It's a place where both locals and visitors can enjoy a robust selection of burgers, sandwiches, and other traditional favorites. Craft beer enthusiasts will also be pleased with the selection of local and regional brews available.

Patrons often commend the tavern for its lively environment, making it an ideal venue for catching up with friends or unwinding after a day in Rockford. The charm of Rogue River Tavern extends to its appeal for groups, allowing for social gatherings or casual meet-ups. Its central location makes it a convenient stop for anyone exploring the quaint town of Rockford.

Rogue River Tavern

We provide mission based challenges that are great for individuals and groups. You can make a reservation for just a few people or come as a group. Our goal is to provide fun and entertaining experiences through strategic team-on-team games, bringing people and families together to create unforgettable memories. Much like a video game we change up the objective to the games to make it fun and exciting.

Common events that we host include birthday parties, bachelor or bachelorette parties, family reunions, team building exercises, home school group events, special needs group events, parents night out, church or school lock-ins, and many more.

We have an arena that you can come to or we can set up at your location. Our mobile serves are laser tag and archery tag®.

BattleGR Tactical Games

The Score is committed to being an **innovative, destination sports bar** with a passion for craft beer and fresh, scratch cooking. We stand behind delivering an exceptional dining and entertainment experience to the community that supports us.

The Score combines everything you love about a **family friendly Sports Bar** with an exceptional menu and an outdoor entertainment venue that holds 3 full-sized beach volleyball courts, beach sand dining area, palm trees, and live entertainment 7 days a week! Watch every game from one seat with our 70+ TVs inside.

Stop in today and see why **Everyday is a Party at The Score!**

The Score Restaurant & Sports Bar

Four days of championship foosball in Grand Rapids. Juniors and touring professionals play at the same tables. Every dollar raised helps put free foosball tables in schools.

The Great Lakes Classic

Gear up for the 2026 University of Michigan Health - West Grand Rapids Marathon, a thrilling all-ages multi-sport event set to energize the vibrant streets of Grand Rapids on October 18, 2026!  Traverse the scenic landscapes of Michigan's second-largest city as you race towards triumph amidst the community's cheers. 

University of Michigan Health - West Grand Rapids Marathon

The 2026 Thunderfest Wheelchair Rugby Tournament, presented by Fusion Medical, is a Grand Rapids Thunder home tournament taking place October 24–25, 2026, at MSA Fieldhouse in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This six-team Division II–III wheelchair rugby competition welcomes athletes, coaches, volunteers, and officials, with lunch and a tournament T-shirt provided to participants. Tournament schedules will be emailed after rosters are received, with roster submissions due October 13.

Thunderfest Wheelchair Rugby Tournament

The 2nd annual Women's 3x3 Unified Basketball Tournament is taking place in West Michigan in November 2026! Teams throughout the nation will compete for the gold medal in a thrilling 4-day experience.

Special Olympics North America Women's 3x3 Unified Basketball Tournament

The mission of Special Olympics Michigan is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Athletes develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage and experience joy while participating in the sharing of gifts, skills and friendship among their families, Special Olympics athletes and the community. The athletes achieve their dreams with the support of caring volunteers, coaches, family members and staff. Donations from Michigan citizens and businesses provide funding for the program.



Special Olympics Michigan

Rockford High School, located 20 minutes from Downtown Grand Rapids, is a 10-12 public school that caters to just under 2,000 students. The facility features Carlson Munger Stadium turf field and track, Rams Stadium Rugby Competition turf field, 3 Baseball and 3 Softball fields and a 12 court tennis facility.

Rockford High School

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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!

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