As a 49 year old tradition in Grand Rapids, I feel that tug to return every year. I agree with some of the comments I have seen regarding the level of the arts presentations the last few years....

I will be honest, I am completely biased about Festival. I love it. It's family; some of my earliest memories are volunteering at Festival and my family's involvement had a monumental impact on my...

Tasty, if overpriced, food. The arts portion of the festival is lacking - two undersized tents with a handful of crafts and art for sale. The performing arts are also not that exceptional....

Festival is weak. It needs a major overhaul... It's supposed to be Festival of The Arts right? It's not really worth going... save yourself and go to Artprize in September instead!