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What’s happening
around West Michigan.

A film festival, a youth boxing fundraiser, and a holiday celebration. Here are a few things coming up in our community.

Coming up

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Original promotional flyer for West Michigan International Film Festival
FILM / CULTURE

West Michigan International Film Festival

August 4–8, 2027 / Grand Rapids, Michigan

Filmmakers and audiences will gather in Grand Rapids for the West Michigan International Film Festival.

Explore the festival
Original promotional flyer for Lightning Quick Hand Boxing Fundraiser
COMMUNITY / YOUTH

Lightning Quick Hand Boxing Fundraiser

November 21, 2026 · 4 PM / The Under Ground · Wyoming, Michigan

An exhibition boxing fundraiser supporting youth mentorship, held at The Under Ground in Wyoming.

Support the program
Original promotional flyer for Holidays Around Southtown
LOCAL EVENTS

Holidays Around Southtown

December 5, 2026 / Southtown · Grand Rapids, Michigan

Head to Southtown for local gifts, hot cocoa, photos with Santa, and a tree lighting. The celebration is free.

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