Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids
Located in downtown Grand Rapids, Van Andel Arena is the city's go-to venue for concerts, sports, and live entertainment. Opened in 1996, this 12,000+ seat arena has been a driving force in the city's entertainment scene, hosting everything from major music tours and family-friendly spectacles to intense sporting events.
The arena serves as the home of the Grand Rapids Griffins, the city's American Hockey League team, as well as the Grand Rapids Gold of the NBA G League. Starting in 2024, it also welcomes the Grand Rapids Rise of the Pro Volleyball Federation. With a capacity of 10,834 for hockey games and up to 13,184 for concerts, it is the largest venue of its kind in West Michigan, only surpassed in size within the state by a handful of Detroit and university arenas.
Beyond sports, Van Andel Arena has welcomed some of the world's biggest music acts, along with events like Disney on Ice and even presidential visits. Its flexible setup accommodates everything from bull riding to basketball, making it a truly multi-purpose venue.
Managed by ASM Global, Van Andel Arena continues to be a key player in Grand Rapids' rise as an entertainment destination, drawing millions of visitors and shaping the city's vibrant cultural scene.
The arena serves as the home of the Grand Rapids Griffins, the city's American Hockey League team, as well as the Grand Rapids Gold of the NBA G League. Starting in 2024, it also welcomes the Grand Rapids Rise of the Pro Volleyball Federation. With a capacity of 10,834 for hockey games and up to 13,184 for concerts, it is the largest venue of its kind in West Michigan, only surpassed in size within the state by a handful of Detroit and university arenas.
Beyond sports, Van Andel Arena has welcomed some of the world's biggest music acts, along with events like Disney on Ice and even presidential visits. Its flexible setup accommodates everything from bull riding to basketball, making it a truly multi-purpose venue.
Managed by ASM Global, Van Andel Arena continues to be a key player in Grand Rapids' rise as an entertainment destination, drawing millions of visitors and shaping the city's vibrant cultural scene.
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Sight Name: Van Andel Arena
Sight Location: Grand Rapids, USA (See walking tours in Grand Rapids)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Sight Location: Grand Rapids, USA (See walking tours in Grand Rapids)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
Walking Tours in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Create Your Own Walk in Grand Rapids
Creating your own self-guided walk in Grand Rapids is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Grand Rapids Introduction Walking Tour
Grand Rapids, Michigan, has a name that speaks to its natural origins and a vibrant present-day identity. Located along the Grand River, the city’s name comes from the river’s swift currents and large size, which once provided a key transportation route for Native Americans and early settlers. Due to the river's prominence, many local businesses and civic organizations use the moniker... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.0 Km or 1.9 Miles
Heritage Hill Historic District Walking Tour
Heritage Hill, nestled in the heart of Grand Rapids, Michigan, is the city's oldest residential neighborhood. It is also among the largest urban historic districts in the United States and has been recognized as one of the Great Places in America by the American Planning Association.
Spanning about one square mile and accommodating 4,400 residents, the neighborhood is a living museum of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles
Spanning about one square mile and accommodating 4,400 residents, the neighborhood is a living museum of... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 3.9 Km or 2.4 Miles