Grand Rapids’ Top 5 Spring Break Events For Kids

GRAM's spring break programming runs from 10:00am - 3:00pm Tuesday, April 3 - Friday, April 6. Participants will explore the abstract art of Stuart Davis as they design and create colorful puzzles.

Use this as an opportunity to teach to your kids that Chewbacca is 100 times cooler than Jar Jar Binks. All ages will enjoy Jedi Warrior trials, creating a light saber, and more. Star Wars Day is free and open to all. It will take place at Grand Rapids Public Library's Main Library downtown on Saturday, April 7 at 3:00pm.

Draw On! is a community art event which takes place across the country during spring break. It began in Connecticut in 2006. The idea is simple: bring all ages together to experience drawing. You'll find drawings on the sidewalk, windows, and walls. Learn to draw flip books, comics, and more. Draw On! runs every day now through April 7 from Noon - 6:00pm. Admission is free.

Johnny Starfish is a special 30 minute ballet for kids that will run at Peter Martin Wege Theatre over spring break. Shows start at 11:30am Tuesday, April 3 - Saturday, April 7. There is a second 1:30pm show on Friday, April 6 and Saturday, April 7. Tickets are $5 each and includes special pre-show activities.

John Ball Park Zoo's spring break Zoobilee runs Monday, April 2 - Friday, April 6 from 10:00am - 2:00pm each day. Kids will enjoy special crafts, games, and chances to meet animals up close. Zoobilee provides an excellent educational opportunity for both children and adults.