Grand Rapids broke ground on East Riverfront Park in August 2025. The $19 million first phase is planned to add 4.5 acres of greenspace, a half-mile river-edge trail, recreation access and a connection beside the Acrisure Amphitheater, with opening targeted for 2026.
East Riverfront Park
A $19 million Grand Rapids riverfront project converting a former industrial site into 4.5 acres of public greenspace and trail access.
STATUSUnder Construction
SCALE / INVESTMENT$19M
TIMELINEOpening targeted 2026
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