Grand Rapids Hosts First Pumpkin Spice Fest in October

Do you count down the days until your favorite coffee shop brings back pumpkin spice? Is fall basically your personality? Then this festival is calling your name.

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The very first Pumpkin Spice Fest is coming to the Grand Rapids area later this year!

Pumpkin Spice Fest at LMCU Ballpark

Grab your sweaters and boots because Pumpkin Spice Fest is set for October 4 at LMCU Ballpark in Comstock Park. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., and it’s shaping up to be a fall-lover’s dream.

The festival is put on by BLAST!EVENTS, the same group that launched the International Fireworks Festival in Traverse City. So will there be fireworks at Pumpkin Spice Fest? You bet.

Along with pumpkin spice-inspired food and drinks, you’ll find pumpkin carving, hayrides, pumpkin chunkin’, face painting, a kids zone, petting zoo, professional pumpkin carvers, shopping, and plenty more fall fun.

Tickets for Grand Rapids Pumpkin Spice Fest

A limited pre-sale starts July 9 at 10 a.m. Organizers say the first 150 VIP package-buyers will also get reserved seating for the fireworks finale. All remaining general admission and VIP tickets will go on sale starting July 16 at 10 a.m.

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All ages are welcome and tickets for kids are $30, children two and under are free.

Not interested in alcohol? A general admission ticket is $39 and gets you 10 pumpkin spice tokens.

If you plan to enjoy adult beverages, general admission tickets are $54 and get you 6 pumpkin spice tokens and 6 drink tokens. VIP tickets are $70 and include:

8 pumpkin spice tokens
10 drink tokens
1 hour early entry
Access to free barre class at 9 a.m.
Specialty beverage in custom cup

You'll also be able to buy additional tokens for $3 each.

Whether you’re in it for the drinks, the pumpkins, or just the fall vibes, it’s shaping up to be the ultimate fall celebration!

Grand Rapids Bars With Build-Your-Own Bloody Mary Bars on Sundays

Brunch isn’t complete without a Bloody Mary — and these Grand Rapids spots take it to the next level with build-your-own Bloody Mary bars. Picture tables loaded with toppings, from classic celery and olives to over-the-top extras like bacon, shrimp, pickled veggies, and cheese cubes. Grab a glass, load it up, and create your perfect masterpiece at these GR bars offering DIY Bloody Mary stations every Sunday.

Pro tip: Times, prices, and offerings can vary—so it’s always a good idea to call ahead or check the bar’s social media before you go.

Gallery Credit: Janna

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