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Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids, Michigan, Grand Rapids MI | Nearby Businesses


130 Fulton St W
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 742-6600

Van Andel Arena® — the Must Play Destination of Michigan's second largest and fastest-growing market — has thrust Grand Rapids into the forefront of the entertainment industry. The 12,000 plus capacity Van Andel Arena is managed by SMG, the leading private management company for public assembly facilities worldwide. The Arena was named in recognition of the largest benefactor, Jay and Betty Van Andel. Van Andel Arena and Grand Rapids offer the perfect combination of cosmopolitan flair and midwestern hospitality to make any event a success. Since marking its Grand Entrance on October 8, 1996, Van Andel Arena has attracted the biggest names in family shows, concerts and sporting events. Acts such as Neil Diamond, Disney On Ice, NCAA Hockey Regional Championships, the AFL Arena Bowl XV game, Detroit Pistons exhibition games and Elton John have demonstrated the Arena’s versatility. Other event highlights include Kenny Chesney, World Wrestling Entertainment, Eric Clapton, Barenaked Ladies, Blue Man Group, Michael Bublé, Trans-Siberian Orchestra, The Who, The Eagles, Bob Seger, Red Hot Chili Peppers, The Harlem Globetrotters, The Mormon Tabernacle Choir, Kid Rock, Taylor Swift and Cirque du Soleil. Below are some of the most memorable moments from the past few years: • Billboard Magazine ranked Van Andel Arena as the sixth highest grossing arena worldwide with a 10,001-15,000 seating capacity. The top five venues ranked are all overseas, making Van Andel Arena the No. 1 venue in North America. The rankings came from gross figures compiled between November 1, 2010 and May 31, 2011. •Van Andel Arena placed number 55 worldwide on Pollstar Magazine’s Top 100 Arena Venues of all sizes in the July 18, 2011 issue. This ranking is based on an attendance as reported to Pollstar for shows played between January 1, 2011 and June 30, 2011. •Hosted several events in 2010, including 19 concerts, 32 family shows, 47 sporting events and 8 other types of events, such as college graduations. •Ranked as a top venue in 2010 worldwide mid-year charts in popular industry publications Venues Today (#4 highest grossing mid-sized venue), Billboard (#9 highest grossing mid-sized venue) and Pollstar (#43 highest attendance for venues of all sizes). •Named as a "Game Changer" in 2010 by the Grand Rapids Downtown Alliance in the inaugural year of the Downtown Awards. The Alliance created the awards to celebrate the individuals and businesses making investments downtown. •Voted Top Live Performance Venue in 2010 and Best Event Facility in 2009 and 2008 by the Grand Rapids Press and MLive.com readers. •In April 2007, the arena celebrated the grand opening of Huntington Club, the brand-new lounge located inside the arena. In the fall of 2010, the arena re-launched the lounge as the Fifth Third Bank Vault. Operated by SAVOR Grand Rapids, Catering by SMG, The Fifth Third Bank Vault offers a full menu and premium brand liquors, large TVs and specialized décor, including a 12-foot tall mural featuring the Grand Rapids Griffins. The Fifth Third Bank Vault is open to ticket holders on event nights only. •The $1.2 million concourse expansion project provides an additional 3,500 square feet of concourse space starting in the fall of 2010. The new area has been named “Amway Section A” and features two new concession stands and a fun view of the downtown area from spacious windows on the west side of the arena. •Debuted the state-of-the-art LED Ribbonboard encircling the bowl of the arena on the facade of the upper deck at the Griffins season opener on October 8, 2010 for fan enhancement. •Named #2 top grossing mid-sized venue for the decade in 2009 by Billboard Magazine. •Named Hall of Headliners Runner Up for Facility Concession Skills in 2009 by Venues Today. •Received On-the-Town Magazine Silver Townie Award for Best Live Music Venue in 2008. •Named Best Concert Venue by Grand Rapids Magazine in 2005, 2006 and 2007. •Played host to an amazing 5 million patrons before its fifth year of operation, consistently boosting the local economy. •Home of the AHL's Grand Rapids Griffins. •Broke the attendance record for NCAA Hockey Regionals with the 2001 NCAA Men's Hockey West Regional Tournament. The facility successfully hosted the 1997, 2004, 2005, 2007, and 2009 NCAA Men’s Hockey Regional Tournaments. •The arena celebrated its 10th Anniversary in the fall of 2006 with “10 Big Events” – Eric Clapton, Professional Bull Riders, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus, Community Open House, Celebration on Ice Hosted by Kristi Yamaguchi, Detroit Pistons vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Exhibition Game, Def Leppard & Journey, Grand Rapids Griffins vs. Rochester Americans, Michigan State University vs. Grand Valley State University Men’s Basketball Exhibition Game and the Red Hot Chili Peppers. Van Andel Arena was opened in 1996 with great anticipation from the West Michigan community. We strive to bring diverse entertainment to our community so that everyone will be able to enjoy this wonderful venue for many years to come!

Event Venue Near Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids, Michigan

The BOB
Distance: 0.1 mi Competitive Analysis
20 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 356-2000

The B.O.B.—an acronym for Big Old Building—was originally built in 1903 as Judson’s Grocery Warehouse. It stood vacant for decades until The Gilmore Collection purchased the building in 1997, ultimately saving this Grand Rapids gem from demolition. The 70,000-square-foot, four-story, red brick building is now a downtown icon housing several acclaimed restaurants, a comedy club that attracts national talent, the oldest microbrewery in the city, a live music venue, a popular nightclub, and a variety of different banquet facilities.

Divani
Distance: 0.1 mi Competitive Analysis
15 Ionia Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 774-9463

Sign up for our newsletter here: http://bardivani.com/contact-us Greatest cocktails in Grand Rapids, extensive selection of wine by the glass and bottle and proudly serving fresh, sustainable, local products. Try our Flights & Flatbreads and Prix Fixe Menu. Bar Divani also offers the best Happy Hour in town: 1/2 signature martinis no. 1-10, $3 draft beer, $3 off any glass wine pour every Mon - Thur 4:00p - 6:00pm. Tuesday Night Live Jazz 6:30-10pm, Wednesday Wine Social 6:30-10pm, Thursday Ladies Night $4 signature martinis no. 1-10.

Goei Center
Distance: 0.9 mi Competitive Analysis
818 Butterworth St SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

(616) 949-2421

The Goei Center is one of West Michigan's most unique Wedding & Event venues. Formerly the Kindel Furniture Factory, the Goei Center is a sophisticated, loft-style venue with urban elegance and artistic class. Our service and attention-to-detail is top-notch. Please contact Lindsay, our Wedding & Event Coordinator, for a tour of our space. She is passionate about what she does and will help you create memories to last a lifetime!

CityFlats Hotel Events
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
77 Monroe Center St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 608-1727

New Vintage Place - Banquets & Conferences
Distance: 1.2 mi Competitive Analysis
889 Broadway Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49504

(616) 774-4400

The Harris Building
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
111 Division Ave S
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

The Waldron Public House
Distance: 0.1 mi Competitive Analysis
58 Ionia Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 454-9105

The Waldron is a new restaurant, pub and nightclub from BarFly Ventures, creators of HopCat, Stella's Lounge and Grand Rapids Brewing Co. Opening in February of 2016, our Commonwealth-inspired cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and warm, casual atmosphere provide the perfect environment for a night on the town, watching the game, dancing the night away or hosting your special event.

The Ballroom at McKay
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
146 Monroe Center St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 951-1078

The Ballroom at McKay exudes elegance, tradition and history. There is a rich story that exists in the space with culture infused throughout. Classic ballroom elements are brought to life with grand gestures and intimate details, creating a space that is timeless where some of life’s most special occasions and moments can be celebrated. Architectural Details: •10,900 square feet of event space •Eight, twenty-four foot Doric columns •Original marble walls and detailing •Room darkening capabilities on all windows •Event lighting installation •State of the art commercial kitchen •Enhanced acoustics •In house audio system Furnishings: •Mahogany Venice chairs •Sixty inch round tables •Six feet by thirty inch banquet tables •Thirty inch diameter by forty-two inch tall cocktail tables •Wood parquet dance floor •Adjustable staging sections •Multi-piece, custom black lacquer and mirror finish bars •Floor length guest table linens and napkins

Start Garden
Distance: 0.3 mi Competitive Analysis
40 Pearl St NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Blue35GR
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
35 Oakes St SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 432-5460

The Conference Centers of WMU- Grand Rapids
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
200 Ionia Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 771-4141

City Hall, Calder Plaza - ArtPrize Venue
Distance: 0.4 mi Competitive Analysis
300 Monroe Ave NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 458-4226

Nice.
Distance: 1.5 mi Competitive Analysis
1111 Godfrey Ave SW, Ste 4C
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Nice is the multipurpose studio space of dylan tull. It is available for rent for events and we do our own events and shows.

The Oddest Supply Co.
Distance: 0.5 mi Competitive Analysis
435 Ionia Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 322-5492

The L-Loft
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
106 South Division #215
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 589-3751

The Vapor Convention
Distance: 0.8 mi Competitive Analysis
Ionia Ave
Grand Rapids, MI 49418

The Vapor Convention is the first of it's kind vape expo started in Michigan. We saw the lack of quality, educating expos in the Michigan area and took the step to change that image. We are innovators and believe in promoting the alternatives to smoking in a safe and responsible manner with our partnering vendors. Our expos are geared towards educating our attendees and vendors alike in a comfortable and exciting atmosphere.

Performance Venue Near Van Andel Arena Grand Rapids, Michigan

The Pyramid Scheme
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
68 Commerce Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

Tickets available at: http://www.ticketweb.com/snl/VenueListings.action?venueId=224445 ALL BOOKING REQUESTS: [email protected]

The Intersection
Distance: 0.2 mi Competitive Analysis
133 Grandville Ave SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 723-8571

Mexicains Sans Frontieres
Distance: 0.3 mi Competitive Analysis
120 Division Ave S, Apt 226
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 427-5432

Sunday Funday Matinees
Distance: 0.8 mi Competitive Analysis
370 Butterworth St. SW
Grand Rapids, MI 49503

(616) 881-6294

Sunday Funday Matinees are shows mid afternoon every Sunday at Camp H Skate Park provided to promote Local Music, Art, and Community awareness!!! Our goal is to help get these artist and local charities/services receive maximum awareness 3pm every Sunday. Be sure to like our page and visit our upcoming events.