Grand Rapids Magazine presents the Best of Grand Rapids Party Presented By Eastbrook Homes on May 8, 2026 at the GOEI Center. Kick off the summer in style with food, drinks, and a live acoustic set by Prior Noon and a performance by Great Scott! Featuring the hosts of Grand Rapids’ favorite morning radio show, Free Beer & Hot Wings!

This high-energy celebration brings together the reader-nominated favorites from Grand Rapids Magazine’s annual Best of Grand Rapids reader survey. Discover all your favorites in one place, taste samples from winning restaurants, sip drinks, and celebrate the best of Grand Rapids. From top restaurants and bars to entertainment venues, shops, salons, and local personalities, our readers have chosen the city’s favorites, and we’re bringing them together for one unforgettable party.

Don’t miss out—grab your tickets today and toast to the city’s favorites!

Must be 21 or older, with valid I.D., to attend.

Event Tickets:

General Admission Tickets: $79
Doors open at 7:00 p.m. for General Admission ticket holders.

VIP Reception Tickets: $110
6:00 p.m. Early Entry! VIP Reception tickets give you first access to taste offerings from Best of Grand Rapids–winning restaurants and enjoy the perks of the exclusive VIP lounge.

Event Parking:

Free On-Site Parking Available.

Recommended Attire:

Summer Cocktail Attire.

Thank You to Our Sponsors:

PRESENTING SPONSOR:

MAJOR SPONSOR:

RED CARPET SPONSOR:

GOLD SPONSOR:

BEVERAGE SPONSORS:

SILVER SPONSOR:

Thank You to Our Participating Restaurants:

Applause Catering

Anna's House

Brann's Steakhouse and Grille

Distinctive Catering

Kingma's Market

Leah T's Sweets and Treats

Noco Provisions

Nonla Burger

Pietro's Italian Restaurant

Real Seafood Co.

Russo Italian Restaurant + Market

The B.O.B

The Score Restaurant & Sports Bar

Sprinkles Donut Shop

...and more to come!

For advertising and sponsorship inquiries, please get in touch with advertising@hour-media.com

For event inquiries, please get in touch with events@hour-media.com

With your ticket purchase, you will receive a 1-year subscription to Grand Rapids Magazine. This will be mailed to the address provided at check-out. This offer will be added to the end of the subscription for current subscribers.

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