“Every opportunity we get to bring the tournaments back to Grand Rapids, we do. It’s great exposure for Grand Rapids and Grand Valley State University.”

Lisa Sweany, Assistant Athletic Director, Grand Valley State University

Grand Rapids...the ideal location

There’s so much to do in and around Grand Rapids – for singles and families, sports fans and history buffs, art lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Within steps of DeVos Place convention center, you can cast a line in a salmon-rich river, explore presidential history, peruse a large art collection, and even travel back in time with a stroll through a century-old street scene.

Cast your net a little wider in Michigan’s West Coast, and you can visit a world-renowned botanical garden and sculpture park, watch the sunset from one of the world’s best beaches, golf any number of championship courses, and so much more.

We’ll make you feel welcome before you even get here. The Convention & Visitors Bureau staff will help simplify and streamline your planning efforts. We work side-by-side with DeVos Place representatives and hotel sales staff exceeding your expectations every step of the way. The result is less work and worry for you.

We can also help you and members of your group coordinate longer stays in Michigan’s West Coast. Great ideas abound at GrandRapidsAttendee.com. “Come early, stay late” isn’t just an invitation – it's great advice!

In Grand Rapids, great meetings start with DeVos Place convention center. More than just a building with vast empty spaces, DeVos Place is a cutting-edge learning and networking environment. Your meeting will be more efficient, productive and rewarding – thanks to the venue’s many value-added features, from high-tech connectivity to ultra-comfortable furnishings.

Just outside your meeting, you’ll encounter over 60 dining and entertainment choices. You can linger on safe streets filled with friendly faces, any time of day or night. Most of all, you can count on feeling welcome – because we’re glad you’re here.