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Parking Changes in Downtown G.R.
Parking Changes in Downtown G.R.
Parking Changes in Downtown G.R.
If you park in Downtown Grand Rapids, starting Thursday, September 1st, you will notice that rates at the meters and the parking ramps will be higher than usual. According to MLive, rates are increasing by more than 100%! Currently, the lots west of US-131 (Area 7, 8, and 9) are the cheapest in the city at $27/month but will go up to $48 per month...
Parking at ArtPrize
Parking at ArtPrize
Parking at ArtPrize
Over 440,000 people visited ArtPrize in 2014. ArtPrize helps to make navigating the crowds easier with options for those traveling by bike or bus, but alternative transportation is not always an option. Check our guide to parking in Grand Rapids during ArtPrize.
Valet Bike Parking
Valet Bike Parking
Valet Bike Parking
Tens of thousands of people are expected to visit downtown Grand Rapids to tour ArtPrize exhibits duration of the competition. That makes finding a place to park a vehicle a little bit difficult at times, even if it's only a bicycle. But this year ArtPrize has an option for bikes. Valet parking.
ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Parking And Transportation
ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Parking And Transportation
ArtPrize 2012 Spotlight – Parking And Transportation
Visiting ArtPrize is fun, but the crowds and traffic can be a lot to deal with.  Knowing where to go and how to get around town can help maximize the time you spend downtown at ArtPrize. View our guide to parking and transportation and make the most of ArtPrize 2012.
Grand Rapids Gathers For Candlelight Vigil [AUDIO]
Grand Rapids Gathers For Candlelight Vigil [AUDIO]
Grand Rapids Gathers For Candlelight Vigil [AUDIO]
A candlelight vigil is appropriately planned for tonight at Ah-Nab-A-Wen park near the Gerald R. Ford Museum, downtown Grand Rapids. Last night, 34-year old Rodrick Dantzler single-handedly fatally shot 8 people including himself.  The authorities and three hostages involved in the shooting spree are all unharmed, but two others were shot in the downtown area.  Both victims are expected to make a
Grand Rapids Parking Price Drop?
Grand Rapids Parking Price Drop?
Grand Rapids Parking Price Drop?
Parking downtown Grand Rapids can be so frustrating AND expensive, depending upon where you find a spot. Now the city parking commission is being asked to consider lowering the monthly fee of lots north of Fulton in order to draw customers from the south lots that seem to be more full and less expensive.
Get Motivated, Get Parking!
Get Motivated, Get Parking!
Get Motivated, Get Parking!
Whenever you hear this advice,  “The influx of vehicles in Grand Rapids for this event is greater than the available parking options,” run with it and get here earlier than early! Mlive.com talked with Pam Ritsema, GR's managing director of the Parking Services Department who is gearing up for the more than 15,000 people that are expected to attend the Get Motivated seminar on Thursday. What's so