WEST MICHIGAN — March is here, and so are some of our favorite events of the season! Whether you're looking for a weekend getaway, family fun, or a chance to explore something new, West Michigan has you covered. We recently shared a few can't-miss events with our friends at FOX 17—take a look and start planning your month!

 

 

 

 

West Michigan Women's Expo | March 7-9

Head to DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids for a weekend full of shopping, inspiration, and fun at the West Michigan Women's Expo. Explore the latest in fashion, health and wellness, home décor, and more—plus enjoy live entertainment and delicious bites along the way. With hundreds of local businesses on-site, it's the perfect excuse for a day out with friends!

👉 Find more details here

 

Crystal Mountain Spring Carnival | March 8

Celebrate spring, up north style, at Crystal Mountain's Spring Carnival! Build your best cardboard sled and race downhill, dress to impress in your most colorful costume for lift ticket discounts, and join in on scavenger hunts, live DJ sets, archery, laser tag, horse-drawn surrey rides, and more. It's a full day of family-friendly fun on and off the slopes.

👉 Get the full schedule here

 

Shanty Creek Slush Cup | March 9

For over 40 years, the Slush Cup at Shanty Creek Resort has been the ultimate sendoff to ski season! Cheer on skiers and snowboarders as they attempt to glide across a 40-foot icy pond. Looking for even more fun? Head back on March 15 for Irish Weekend, complete with festive activities, a DJ, and plenty of ways to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day.

👉 Learn more here

 

Michigan Maple Festival | March 15-16 & 22-23

Experience the sweet side of spring at the Michigan Maple Festival at Maple Row Sugarhouse in Jones. Enjoy two weekends full of maple syrup tours, cooking demos, kids’ activities, live music, a petting farm, wagon rides, and more. It's the perfect opportunity to learn how pure Michigan maple syrup goes from tree to table—plus, you'll get to sample some along the way!

👉 See festival details here