Cultural Heritage Festival
Saturday, November 7, 2026 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The City of Grand Rapids and the surrounding region have a long-standing history of diversity and various cultural traditions dating back from early explorers and fur traders, to modern day cultural rituals from new residents of the region. To celebrate this heritage, the Grand Rapids Public Museum hosts the annual Cultural Heritage Festival.
The festival brings in cultural organizations throughout West Michigan to share with the community their background, connection to West Michigan, and the country they represent. This is done with visual presentations, music, art, food, and more.
Additionally, the Museum hosts a core exhibition with a primary focus on diversity and culture: Newcomers: The People of This Place which highlights the ethnic groups that have settled the Grand Rapids area, and Anishinaabek: The Original People of This Place which focuses on the Native American culture.
Community Involvement Form
We would love to have your organization, group, or business join us at the Cultural Heritage Festival at the GRPM with a demonstration, information, or activity table. We also welcome vendors for a small fee of $25. Join us for the celebration by signing up below!
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