Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Visit the indoor conservatory during the winter months to escape the cold and dreary weather.

“If you ever get tired of the cold/dreary winters, my husband finds it to be helpful to go to Meijer Gardens lol.”

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A membership is worth it for the Children's Garden and farm. Non-members can still access the restaurant and downstairs indoor play area for toddlers.

“At the Meijer Gardens, there is an indoor play area downstairs that is perfect for toddlers and younger kids to play.”

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Great for rainy days; explore the indoor greenhouses and the indoor play area, then bundle up for the outdoor paths.

“Meijer gardens can still be fun in the rain. Walk through the greenhouses then put on a rain jacket and wander the outside sections.”

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The annual summer concert series schedule is typically released in April.

“Concert schedule is always released in April”

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Highly recommended family destination; consider a membership.

“Fredrick Meijer Gardens (we have the membership here)”

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Andrew Bird frequently performs at the gardens; keep an eye on his tour dates for potential GR appearances.

“He always plays FMG and I can’t recommend that show enough.”

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Buy local Cheez Kurls and a 2-liter of Faygo Rock and Rye for a quintessential Michigan snack experience.

“Go to Meijer, buy a bag of Cheez Kurls... And get a 2 litre of Faygo Rock and Rye”

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The children’s garden has excellent, safe areas specifically designed for smaller children.

“children’s garden at Meijer Gardens has great areas for smaller children”

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Visit for the indoor train display and the dedicated playroom downstairs.

“Meijer gardens has Christmas trees and the train inside. There’s also the play room downstairs.”

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Visit for a combination of art installations and nature walks.

“Head to the Meijer Gardens for art and some nature”

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The butterfly exhibit is a must-do for a fun day out.

“The FMG butterflies is always a fun day.”

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A great, low-pressure location for meeting up with new friends or groups.

“Maybe we should plan a meet up at Meijer Gardens or something to all meet up”

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A must-see destination in Grand Rapids; highly recommended for visitors.

“Fred Meijer Gardens is a must see.”

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A must-visit destination for art and nature in Grand Rapids.

“Fredrick Meyer Gardens”

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Features a holiday train display and cultural Christmas trees. Great for toddlers.

“Frederik Meijer Gardens has an awesome train set up for Christmas”

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The dominant local grocery chain; be aware it functions similarly to a Walmart.

“dominant chain Meijer is like Walmart”

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Ziggy Marley & J Boog concert on July 10th features GA lawn seating.

“Selling 2 tickets to Ziggy Marley & J Boog @ Meijer Gardens (7/10)”

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Attend the Tuesday Evening Music Club series starting at 7 PM on June 9th.

“Meijer Gardens Tuesday Evening Music Club - Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, Grand Rapids, MI - Tue, Jun 9th • 7 PM”

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