Kick off the new year with plenty of concerts and sporting events. There is music from the past, music from today, and everything in between. Plus there is dancing, bull riding, basketball, and hockey.
Domestic Problems with Knee Deep Shag
Saturday, January 7, 2023 - 8 pm - The Intersection, Grand Rapids, MI
A favorite band of West Michigan for many years, Domestic Problems gets back together for a show at The Intersection, along with Knee Deep Shag.
Winter Jam 2023
Thursday, January 19, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Line-up features Jeremy Camp, We The Kingdom, Andy Mineo, Anne Wilson, Austin French, Disciple, & more. Hosted by Newsong.
Hinder and Puddle of Mudd
Saturday, January 21, 2023 - 8 pm - Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, Mt. Pleasant, MI
Hinder began crafting cocky, raucous post-grunge in the early 2000s. Their 2005 full-length debut, Extreme Behavior, became one of the year’s most popular albums, climbing to triple-platinum status and sending “Lips of an Angel” to number three on the singles charts. Puddle of Mudd is an American rock band formed in 1991. To date, the band has sold over seven million albums and has had a string of No. 1 mainstream rock singles in the United States.
Mega 80’s - The Ultimate 80’s Retro Party
Saturday, January 21, 2023 - 9 pm - The Intersection, Grand Rapids, MI
Take a trip back to the 80s with Mega 80’s – The Ultimate 80’s Retro Party. Mega 80's has taken Michigan by storm. Now veterans of the 80's cultural milieu, they are still rocking as hard as ever. With all of the continued improvements to the show, from dancers to enhanced video media, the Mega 80's will continue to add to your experience. Fans agree that the Mega 80's put on a show like no one else!
Big Head Todd and the Monsters - Winter Tour 2023
Sunday, January 22, 2023 - 8 pm - The Intersection, Grand Rapids, MI
Big Head Todd and the Monsters all began in Colorado in 1986. They have released a number of albums with their 1993 album Sister Sweetly going platinum in the United States. The band continues to perform across the country and they will be making a stop in Grand Rapids on January 22nd.
Anthrax and Black Label Society with special guest Exodus
Saturday, January 28, 2023 - 7 pm - Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort, Mt. Pleasant, MI
In July of 2021 Anthrax celebrated their 40th anniversary, during which time the band released 11 studio albums, was awarded multiple Gold and Platinum certifications, received six GRAMMY nominations, and a host of other accolades from the media, the music industry, and fans. The band will be at Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort along with Black Label Society and special guest Exodus on January 28th.
Rick Springfield
Saturday, January 28, 2023 - 8 pm - FireKeepers Casino and Resort, Battle Creek, MI
Over the last four decades, Rick Springfield has worn many hats as an entertainer and performer. The creator of some of the finest power-pop of the ’80s, a Grammy Award-winning singer, songwriter, and musician has sold 25 million albums and scored 17 U.S. Top 40 hits, including “Jessie’s Girl,” “Don’t Talk to Strangers,” “An Affair of the Heart,” “I’ve Done Everything for You,” “Love Somebody,” and “Human Touch.”
Dancing With The Stars Live 2023
Monday, January 30, 2023 - 8 pm - DeVos Performance Hall, Grand Rapids, MI
Featuring star dancers Alan, Alexis, Brandon, Britt, Emma, Gleb, Kateryna & Sasha. With special guest Gabby Windey. America’s favorite dance show is back on tour! See the ballroom brought to life in this brand-new production featuring your favorite Dancing with the Stars pros.
SPORTING EVENTS:
Grand Rapids Gold
Thursday, January 5, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Sunday, January 8, 2023 - 3 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Tuesday, January 10, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Friday, January 20, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Grand Rapids Griffins
Wednesday, January 4, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Friday, January 6, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Saturday, January 7, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Wednesday, January 11, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Friday, January 13, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Saturday, January 14, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Saturday, January 21, 2023 - 7 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Harlem Globetrotters
Sunday, January 22, 2023 - 2 pm - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
Your favorite Globetrotter stars are bringing out their amazing basketball skill, outrageous athleticism and a non-stop LOL good time to Van Andel Arena. Join the Globetrotters as they take on the Washington Generals. As the Harlem Globetrotters near their 100th anniversary, they have contributed to the growth of basketball at an immeasurable magnitude across the world.
PBR: Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour
Friday, January 27 & Saturday, January 28, 2023 - Van Andel Arena, Grand Rapids, MI
The Pendleton Whisky Velocity Tour is the PBR’s premier expansion Tour that brings the excitement and talent of the PBR that fans have come to expect from the leader in the sport of bull riding to cities across the U.S. The PBR is NOT a rodeo format – it’s two hours of pyro, music and the most intense bull riding action the world has to offer, filled with heart-pounding, bone-crushing action, and a star studded line up of the world’s best riders and animal athletes.
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