Evening Local Food and Art Tour in Grand Rapids

What's Included

Meeting and pickup

Itinerary

• 1

  Explore the hidden art gallery inside Uccello's before picking up a slice of Detroit-style pepperoni pizza to enjoy as you stroll through downtown. As you make your way to the next venue, you'll experience ArtPrize installations displayed throughout the city's public spaces. Guests 21 and older may also purchase alcoholic beverages to enjoy along the way, as this portion of the experience takes place within Grand Rapids' designated Social District, subject to local guidelines.

  30 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 2

  Explore the open-air artwork surrounding McKay Tower, where ArtPrize extends beyond traditional galleries and into the streets of downtown Grand Rapids. As you stroll through this vibrant section of Monroe Center, you'll encounter a variety of outdoor installations, sculptures, murals, and public art while your guide shares stories about the artists, the ArtPrize event, and the city's thriving creative community.

  15 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 3
  DeVos Place

  Explore DeVos Place, one of ArtPrize's largest indoor venues, featuring more than 50 works of art during the 2026 competition. As you stroll through the spacious galleries and public areas, you'll experience a diverse collection of sculptures, paintings, photography, mixed media, digital works, and interactive installations while your guide shares highlights about the venue and select artists on display.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 4
  Gerald R. Ford Museum

  Explore the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum, one of ArtPrize's premier venues, where more than 30 artists will showcase sculptures, paintings, photography, and interactive works throughout the museum's outdoor plaza and lobby. The museum has hosted numerous award-winning and returning ArtPrize artists over the years, making it a favorite stop for visitors looking to experience a diverse collection of artwork in a single location.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included
• 5

  Sugar Bar is the perfect creative finale to your ArtPrize experience. Home to 11 ArtPrize entries, this vibrant downtown dessert shop showcases artwork throughout the space, allowing guests to enjoy one last collection of creativity before becoming artists themselves. You'll decorate your own slice of white cake using a colorful palette of frosting, then enjoy your edible masterpiece as a sweet ending to an unforgettable evening of art, local flavor, and discovery.

  45 minutes • Admission ticket included

Additional info

• Wheelchair accessible
• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
• All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

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