The Grand Rapids area has 13 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade in Grand Rapids on November 21 to Happy Noon Year! | Main Library in Grand Rapids, on December 31. 13 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Michigan, part of our guide for every state.
The short version
- 13 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Grand Rapids for 2026, in Grand Rapids, Rockford, Wyoming, Grandville, Kentwood and East Grand Rapids
- First: Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade, Grand Rapids, November 21. Runs latest: Happy Noon Year! | Main Library, Grand Rapids, through December 31
- Free: Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade, Ready for Reindeer!, Gingerbread Lane, Shenanigans' Holiday Friends, Ready for Reindeer!, Uke-Tide Carols, Ready for Reindeer!, Ready for Reindeer!, Winter Wonder Stories, Countdown to Happy Noon Year!, Countdown to Happy Noon Year!, Countdown to Happy Noon Year! and Happy Noon Year! | Main Library
- Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Michigan Christmas train rides page.
Grand Rapids Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 13 confirmed for 2026
- Cities
- Grand Rapids, Rockford, Wyoming, Grandville, Kentwood and East Grand Rapids
- Season
- November 21 to December 31, 2026
- Free events
- 13
- Kinds of events
- holiday event, holiday crafts, holiday parade and holiday show
- Last checked
Plan your December
When each Grand Rapids Christmas event for kids happens
The first is Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade in Grand Rapids on November 21; the last runs to December 31. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.
- Gentex Grand Rapids Santa ParadeGrand Rapids · Nov 21
- Ready for Reindeer!Rockford · Dec 9
- Gingerbread LaneWyoming · Dec 10
- Shenanigans' Holiday FriendsWyoming · Dec 14
- Ready for Reindeer!East Grand Rapids · Dec 15
- Uke-Tide CarolsRockford · Dec 16
- Ready for Reindeer!Kentwood · Dec 19
- Ready for Reindeer!Grandville · Dec 21
- Winter Wonder StoriesRockford · Dec 22 to Dec 23
- Countdown to Happy Noon Year!Kentwood · Dec 31
- Countdown to Happy Noon Year!Wyoming · Dec 31
- Countdown to Happy Noon Year!Grandville · Dec 31
- Happy Noon Year! | Main LibraryGrand Rapids · Dec 31
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Christmas events for kids in Grand Rapids
2 confirmed events for kids in Grand Rapids, soonest first.
Grand Rapids: Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade
Holiday paradeFreeGrand Rapids Santa Parade · Grand Rapids
- Host
- Grand Rapids Santa Parade (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Downtown Grand Rapids and Rosa Parks Circle, 135 Monroe Center St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
- When
- Saturday, November 21, 2026, 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade rolls through downtown on Saturday, November 21, starting at 5 pm. More than 50 festive entries take part, and Santa himself makes the trip from the North Pole, arriving at Rosa Parks Circle around 6:30 pm.
Santa then joins the City of Grand Rapids for the annual tree lighting ceremony at 6:45 pm. The free evening also includes a children's letter writing station with free USPS delivery to the North Pole, plus family activities after the tree lighting. Organizers encourage families to bundle up, since everything happens outdoors in late November. It is one of the biggest free family nights of the season in West Michigan, so plan extra time for parking and for finding a good viewing spot along the route.
Parent tip: Dress warmly, and bring a letter for Santa or write one at the free letter writing station. The parade route is posted on the official site.
See dates and details from Grand Rapids Santa Parade (opens in a new tab)Grand Rapids: Happy Noon Year! | Main Library
Holiday craftsFreeGrand Rapids Public Library · Grand Rapids
- Host
- Grand Rapids Public Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Grand Rapids Public Library, Main Library, 111 Library St NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
- When
- Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11 am to noon
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Ages 0 to 11
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Grand Rapids Public Library celebrates the new year early at the Main Library on Thursday, December 31, from 11 am to noon. Children enjoy crafts and snacks, and when the clock strikes noon the room turns into a dance party.
The program is designed for ages 0 to 11, so even babies and toddlers can join the countdown without staying up late. Fancy dress or pajamas are encouraged but not required. The event description is posted in both English and Spanish, and the program is free. Several other GRPL branches hold their own Happy Noon Year parties at the same hour. GRPL holds the same Happy Noon Year party at its Seymour, Van Belkum, Ottawa Hills, West Leonard and Yankee Clipper branches at 11 am, so families can choose the closest one.
Parent tip: Pajamas or party clothes are welcome. Other GRPL branches, including Seymour, Van Belkum and Ottawa Hills, host the same party if one is closer.
See dates and details from Grand Rapids Public Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Rockford
3 confirmed events for kids in Rockford, soonest first.
Rockford: Ready for Reindeer!
Holiday eventFreeKent District Library · Rockford
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch, 140 E Bridge St, Rockford, MI 49341 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Krause Memorial Branch in Rockford hosts live reindeer on Wednesday, December 9, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The visitors come from Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farms, described by the library as traveling from the North Pole.
The two hour window makes it easier to stop by after school or dinner. The program takes place outdoors, so warm layers are a must. Families can bring quarters to buy treats to feed the reindeer, and the library encourages bringing a camera. The event is free, open to all ages, and no registration is listed. Rockford families can also check the branch calendar for other December programs, including the Uke-Tide Carols evening and Winter Wonder Stories for little ones later in the month.
Parent tip: It will be dark and cold in the evening, so dress warmly, and bring quarters for treats.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Rockford: Uke-Tide Carols
Holiday showFreeKent District Library · Rockford
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch, 140 E Bridge St, Rockford, MI 49341 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 5:30 to 7:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Krause Memorial Branch hosts Uke-Tide Carols on Wednesday, December 16, from 5:30 to 7:30 pm. The library's Rock the Uke players perform songs celebrating the season, and families can come and go during the two hour evening.
Along with the music, there is a fun craft for visitors and refreshments to enjoy. The event is held in collaboration with the City of Rockford Chamber of Commerce winter events and is sponsored by the Friends of the Krause Memorial Branch. It is listed for all ages, it is free, and no registration is shown. Families can drop in for a few songs and the craft rather than staying the whole time, which makes it an easy add on to an evening walk through downtown Rockford.
Parent tip: The two hour window lets you drop in whenever it fits your evening.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Rockford: Winter Wonder Stories
Holiday story timeFreeKent District Library · Rockford
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch, 140 E Bridge St, Rockford, MI 49341 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Tue December 22 (6:30 to 7:30 pm) and Wed December 23 (10 to 11 am), 2026
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Young children (ages 0 to 5)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Krause Memorial Branch in Rockford offers Winter Wonder Stories twice right before Christmas: Tuesday, December 22, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm, and Wednesday, December 23, from 10 to 11 am. Children get cozy while listening to seasonal stories read aloud.
After the stories, kids create fun winter themed crafts to bring home. The program is aimed at young children ages 0 to 5, which makes it a gentle option for toddlers and preschoolers during the busy week before the holiday. It is free, and no registration is listed, so families can choose whichever session fits their schedule. Stories and crafts are a calm way to fill a winter break morning or evening, and the small group setting suits children who are still getting used to library programs.
Parent tip: Pick the evening session for a pajama friendly bedtime outing, or the morning session if your little one naps in the afternoon.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Wyoming
3 confirmed events for kids in Wyoming, soonest first.
Wyoming: Gingerbread Lane
Holiday craftsFreeKent District Library · Wyoming
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Wyoming Branch, 3350 Michael Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Thursday, December 10, 2026, 4 to 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Families with children
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Wyoming Branch invites families to stroll down Gingerbread Lane on Thursday, December 10, from 4 to 5 pm. Each child gets to make and decorate a simple gingerbread house to take home.
The library notes that the gingerbread house materials are not meant to be eaten, so this is a craft rather than a snack. Space is limited and seats are first come, first served, with doors opening 15 minutes before the program starts. The event is aimed at families with children and is free. Plan to stay for the full hour so your child has time to finish decorating. Because space is limited, families with more than one child may want to arrive as soon as doors open.
Parent tip: Arrive when doors open 15 minutes early, since space is first come, first served. The materials are not for eating.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Wyoming: Shenanigans' Holiday Friends
Holiday eventFreeKent District Library · Wyoming
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Wyoming Branch, 3350 Michael Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Monday, December 14, 2026, 4 to 5 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Wyoming Branch hosts Shenanigans' Holiday Friends on Monday, December 14, from 4 to 5 pm. The visitors are ponies and a miniature donkey from Shenanigans Ponies and Petting Zoo, brought in as a seasonal treat.
The program is listed for all ages, so it works well for siblings of different ages, and the after school time slot is convenient for families. It is free, and the library calendar shows no registration requirement. Kids who loved the reindeer visits at other branches may enjoy meeting these animal friends too. Kent District Library hosts a variety of December programs across its branches, so families who enjoy this visit can look for reindeer visits and holiday crafts at nearby locations as well.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Wyoming: Countdown to Happy Noon Year!
Holiday craftsFreeKent District Library · Wyoming
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Wyoming Branch, 3350 Michael Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Families with children
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Wyoming Branch celebrates Countdown to Happy Noon Year on Thursday, December 31, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Kids count down to noon and greet the new year with noisemakers.
Crafts and other festive fun fill out the hour, giving children a real celebration without keeping them up late. The program is aimed at families with children, it is free, and the library calendar shows no registration. The same party runs at the Kentwood and Grandville branches at the same time, so families can choose the most convenient location. Little ones can wear their favorite party clothes, and the midday timing means everyone can still nap or rest later in the day.
Parent tip: The same program runs at the Kentwood and Grandville branches if either is closer.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Grandville
2 confirmed events for kids in Grandville, soonest first.
Grandville: Ready for Reindeer!
Holiday eventFreeKent District Library · Grandville
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Grandville Branch, 4055 Maple St SW, Grandville, MI 49418 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Monday, December 21, 2026, 2 to 3 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Grandville Branch welcomes live reindeer on Monday afternoon, December 21, from 2 to 3 pm. The reindeer come from Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farms, and the program is billed as a visit straight from the North Pole.
This is an outdoor program, so plan on standing outside while children meet the animals. Families can bring quarters to purchase treats for feeding the reindeer if they like, and the library reminds visitors not to forget a camera. It is open to all ages and free, and the calendar does not show any registration requirement. Grandville families who miss this visit can find the same reindeer program at several other Kent District Library branches in December, including Kentwood, Rockford and East Grand Rapids.
Parent tip: Bundle up for the outdoor visit and bring a few quarters for reindeer treats.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Grandville: Countdown to Happy Noon Year!
Holiday craftsFreeKent District Library · Grandville
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Grandville Branch, 4055 Maple St SW, Grandville, MI 49418 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Families with children
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Grandville Branch hosts Countdown to Happy Noon Year on Thursday, December 31, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Children join a countdown to noon and celebrate with noisemakers when the clock hits twelve.
The party also includes crafts and festive activities, all scheduled at an hour that will not keep little ones up past bedtime. It is aimed at families with children, it is free, and the calendar does not list a registration requirement. It is a simple way to mark the end of the holiday season with younger kids. It is the same program offered at the Kentwood and Wyoming branches at the same hour, so families can pick whichever location is easiest to reach.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Kentwood
2 confirmed events for kids in Kentwood, soonest first.
Kentwood: Ready for Reindeer!
Holiday eventFreeKent District Library · Kentwood
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch, 4950 Breton Rd SE, Kentwood, MI 49508 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Saturday, December 19, 2026, 10 to 11 am
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library brings live reindeer to the Kentwood Branch on Saturday morning, December 19, from 10 to 11 am. The animals come from Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farms, and the library describes them as traveling all the way from the North Pole for the visit.
The program is held outdoors, so children can see the reindeer up close in the library grounds. Families may bring quarters to buy treats for feeding the reindeer if they wish, and the library suggests bringing a camera for photos. It is listed for all ages and is free to attend, with no registration noted on the calendar. This visit falls on the first Saturday of winter break, so it can be a relaxed morning outing. Since the reindeer are live animals, younger children may want to watch for a minute before stepping closer.
Parent tip: Dress warmly for an outdoor program and bring quarters if your kids want to buy reindeer treats.
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Holiday craftsFreeKent District Library · Kentwood
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch, 4950 Breton Rd SE, Kentwood, MI 49508 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Families with children
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Kent District Library's Kentwood Branch hosts Countdown to Happy Noon Year on Thursday, December 31, from 11:30 am to 12:30 pm. Children ring in the new year with a countdown at noon, complete with noisemakers.
The hour also includes crafts and general celebration, timed so kids can join the fun without staying up past their bedtimes. The program is aimed at families with children and is free, with no registration listed. It is a good option for the quiet days between Christmas and New Year's when families are looking for an outing close to home. It runs at the same hour as similar parties at other Kent District Library branches, including Wyoming and Grandville, so families can choose the closest location.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in East Grand Rapids
1 confirmed event for kids in East Grand Rapids, soonest first.
East Grand Rapids: Ready for Reindeer!
Holiday eventFreeKent District Library · East Grand Rapids
- Host
- Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- East Grand Rapids Branch, 746 Lakeside Dr SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506 (near Grand Rapids)
- When
- Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 6:30 to 7:30 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- All ages
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Live reindeer from Rooftop Landing Reindeer Farms visit Kent District Library's East Grand Rapids Branch on Tuesday, December 15, from 6:30 to 7:30 pm. The library frames it as a stop on the reindeer's trip from the North Pole.
The visit happens outside, so dress the whole family for the weather. Treats for feeding the reindeer can be purchased with quarters, so bring some change if your children want to try. The library also suggests bringing a camera. The program is free, for all ages, and the calendar shows no registration. The evening timing works well after school and dinner. The same program visits other Kent District Library branches in December, including Kentwood, Grandville and Rockford, if this date does not fit.
Parent tip: Bring quarters for reindeer treats and warm clothing for an outdoor evening program.
See dates and details from Kent District Library (opens in a new tab)Looking further afield? Our Michigan Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Detroit. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
A story for the drive home
A morning with Santa or an evening of holiday stories tends to end the same way: tired kids, a long drive and one more book before bed. Our picture book follows Rally the corgi on his first train ride to see his grand-paw-rents, and every page is painted by hand. If your family is spending December missing someone, it was written for that too. For the car, print our free corgi and train coloring pages.
A bedtime story after seeing SantaRally Takes the Train is a five-minute rhyming picture book about a corgi’s first train ride, hand-painted in real watercolor by Leslie Dunn. $16.99 on Amazon, ages 0 to 8.
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What Christmas events for kids are in Grand Rapids in 2026?
We confirmed 13 Christmas events for kids in Grand Rapids for 2026 on each host’s own page: Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade in Grand Rapids (November 21), Ready for Reindeer! in Rockford (December 9), Gingerbread Lane in Wyoming (December 10), Shenanigans' Holiday Friends in Wyoming (December 14), Ready for Reindeer! in East Grand Rapids (December 15), Uke-Tide Carols in Rockford (December 16), Ready for Reindeer! in Kentwood (December 19), Ready for Reindeer! in Grandville (December 21), Winter Wonder Stories in Rockford (December 22), Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Kentwood (December 31), Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Wyoming (December 31), Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Grandville (December 31) and Happy Noon Year! | Main Library in Grand Rapids (December 31). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.
What Christmas events for kids are in Grand Rapids, Michigan?
For families in and around Grand Rapids, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade (Sat, Nov 21, parade at 5 pm, tree lighting 6:45 pm, free); Happy Noon Year! | Main Library (Thu, Dec 31, 11 am to 12 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Grand Rapids section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Rockford, Michigan?
For families in and around Rockford, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Ready for Reindeer! (Wed, Dec 9, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, free); Uke-Tide Carols (Wed, Dec 16, 5:30 to 7:30 pm, free); Winter Wonder Stories (Tue, Dec 22, 6:30 to 7:30 pm, and Wed, Dec 23, 10 to 11 am, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Rockford section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Wyoming, Michigan?
For families in and around Wyoming, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Gingerbread Lane (Thu, Dec 10, 4 to 5 pm, free); Shenanigans' Holiday Friends (Mon, Dec 14, 4 to 5 pm, free); Countdown to Happy Noon Year! (Thu, Dec 31, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Wyoming section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Grandville, Michigan?
For families in and around Grandville, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Ready for Reindeer! (Mon, Dec 21, 2 to 3 pm, free); Countdown to Happy Noon Year! (Thu, Dec 31, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Grandville section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Kentwood, Michigan?
For families in and around Kentwood, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Ready for Reindeer! (Sat, Dec 19, 10 to 11 am, free); Countdown to Happy Noon Year! (Thu, Dec 31, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Kentwood section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in East Grand Rapids, Michigan?
For families in and around East Grand Rapids, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Ready for Reindeer! (Tue, Dec 15, 6:30 to 7:30 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the East Grand Rapids section of this page.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Grand Rapids?
Yes. 13 of the 13 events here are free: Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade in Grand Rapids, Ready for Reindeer! in Rockford, Gingerbread Lane in Wyoming, Shenanigans' Holiday Friends in Wyoming, Ready for Reindeer! in East Grand Rapids, Uke-Tide Carols in Rockford, Ready for Reindeer! in Kentwood, Ready for Reindeer! in Grandville, Winter Wonder Stories in Rockford, Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Kentwood, Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Wyoming, Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Grandville and Happy Noon Year! | Main Library in Grand Rapids. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Grand Rapids this December?
Santa appears at Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade in Grand Rapids (November 21). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.
Where are there Christmas story times for kids in Grand Rapids?
Holiday story times on this page: Winter Wonder Stories in Rockford. Library story times are usually free; story times with a meal or show are ticketed.
Which Grand Rapids Christmas events are best for toddlers?
These are aimed at babies, toddlers and preschoolers: Winter Wonder Stories in Rockford (Young children (ages 0 to 5)) and Happy Noon Year! | Main Library in Grand Rapids (Ages 0 to 11).
Are there kids' Christmas events in Grand Rapids on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?
Yes: Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Kentwood (through December 31), Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Wyoming (through December 31), Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Grandville (through December 31) and Happy Noon Year! | Main Library in Grand Rapids (through December 31).
How much is Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade in Grand Rapids?
Free. Gentex Grand Rapids Santa Parade is on Saturday, November 21, 2026, 5 pm at Downtown Grand Rapids and Rosa Parks Circle. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Ready for Reindeer! in Rockford?
Free. Ready for Reindeer! is on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Gingerbread Lane in Wyoming?
Free. Gingerbread Lane is on Thursday, December 10, 2026, 4 to 5 pm at Wyoming Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Shenanigans' Holiday Friends in Wyoming?
Free. Shenanigans' Holiday Friends is on Monday, December 14, 2026, 4 to 5 pm at Wyoming Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Ready for Reindeer! in East Grand Rapids?
Free. Ready for Reindeer! is on Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 6:30 to 7:30 pm at East Grand Rapids Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Uke-Tide Carols in Rockford?
Free. Uke-Tide Carols is on Wednesday, December 16, 2026, 5:30 to 7:30 pm at Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Ready for Reindeer! in Kentwood?
Free. Ready for Reindeer! is on Saturday, December 19, 2026, 10 to 11 am at Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Ready for Reindeer! in Grandville?
Free. Ready for Reindeer! is on Monday, December 21, 2026, 2 to 3 pm at Grandville Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Winter Wonder Stories in Rockford?
Free. Winter Wonder Stories is on Tue December 22 (6:30 to 7:30 pm) and Wed December 23 (10 to 11 am), 2026 at Krause Memorial (Rockford) Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Kentwood?
Free. Countdown to Happy Noon Year! is on Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at Kentwood (Richard L. Root) Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Wyoming?
Free. Countdown to Happy Noon Year! is on Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at Wyoming Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Countdown to Happy Noon Year! in Grandville?
Free. Countdown to Happy Noon Year! is on Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm at Grandville Branch. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Happy Noon Year! | Main Library in Grand Rapids?
Free. Happy Noon Year! | Main Library is on Thursday, December 31, 2026, 11 am to noon at Grand Rapids Public Library, Main Library. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Grand Rapids?
Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Grand Rapids Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
