GRAND
RAPIDS, Mich., July 25,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ArtPrize, the international art
competition and cultural event held annually in Grand Rapids, Michigan, returns September
13–28, 2024. And it all kicks off with the Opening Celebration on
Friday, September 13 at 7:00 p.m.—a
huge multi-sensory party held downtown featuring breathtaking
fireworks, three different parades, music, mascots, food trucks,
cash bars, and the unveiling of a surprise visual spectacle of
enormous scale that organizers believe will enthrall and astonish
all who attend.
An Extravaganza for Everyone
The Celebration will begin with three separate parades that will
converge at the Pearl Street Bridge. Any and all members of the
public are encouraged to participate, strolling amid a festive
atmosphere through the downtown streets. Adding to the festivities
and leading each parade will be a band, one of which is the Grand
Rapids Firefighters Pipes and Drums. Interested participants will
gather at 6:30 p.m. at one of the
three starting locations: Fish Ladder Park (606 Front Ave NW), 555
Monroe NW, or the ArtPrize ClubHouse (61 Commerce Ave. SW). Each
parade will then commence at 7:00 and arrive at the Opening
Celebration at approximately 7:30. This series of parades is
something ArtPrize hopes will mark the start of a new annual
tradition.
A Vibrant Party… Leading to a Giant Surprise
Members of the public will revel in a party atmosphere on the
Pearl Street Bridge, enjoying music, food, and drinks, with the
event culminating in back-to-back visual displays designed for
ultimate wow factor. At 8:45 p.m.,
organizers will unveil "something big"—a world-class activation
making its U.S. premier. As Theresa
Anderson, Production and Operations Manager for ArtPrize
states, "This is the return of big spectacle for ArtPrize. We want
to put Grand Rapids on the map
with this celebration and make it something people will look
forward to every year."
And after the surprise spectacle is unveiled and experienced, an
enormous fireworks show will follow at 9:00, lighting up the
bridge, the Grand River, Ah-Nab-Awen Park, and the entire
surrounding area.
To learn more about the Opening Celebration and the numerous
other attractions you'll find at ArtPrize 2024 from September
13–28, follow ArtPrize on social media or visit artprize.org.
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