Community Calendar

Motor City Comic Con (MC3), which runs each Spring and Fall, is Michigan’s largest and longest running pop culture convention. The event which began in 1989, will be taking place May 15-17, 2026 at the Vibe Credit Union Showplace, previously the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi, MI. Motor City Comic Con is known as one of the premier conventions in the United States and the ultimate destination for all things pop culture, entertainment, and the celebration of creativity.

Adult admission tickets (ages 13 and up):
Friday Pass
$35* online purchase / $40 at the door
Saturday Pass
$45* online purchase / $50 at the door
Sunday Pass
$40* online purchase / $45 at the door
Adult Weekend Pass
$100* online purchase / $110 at the door
VIP Fan Pass (details below)
$275*online purchase / $299 at the door

Children admission tickets (ages 6-12)
Kids 5 and under are FREE all weekend with a paid adult.
Friday Child Pass (ages 6-12)
$5* online purchase / $10 at the door
Saturday Child Pass (ages 6-12)
$10* online purchase / $20 at the door
Sunday is Kid’s Day
All children under 12 are FREE with a paid adult
Child Weekend Pass (ages 6-12)
$15* online purchase / $25 at the door

Motor City Comic Con will be taking place Friday, May 15 – Sunday, May 17, 2026.
At the Vibe Credit Union Showplace, previously the Suburban Collection Showplace located at 46100 Grand River Ave. in Novi, Michigan.
Friday, May 15, 2026 – 12:00pm – 7:00pm
Saturday, May 16, 2026 – 10:00am – 7:00pm
Sunday, May 17, 2026 – 10:00am – 5:00pm

Tickets for Motor City Comic Con are now available online at www.MotorCityComicCon.com.

Experience the vibrant, deeply lyrical world of contemporary jazz as pianist and arranger Rick Roe brings Wake Up Call – The Music of Gregg Hill to life. Drawing from the rich, challenging compositions of Michigan-based jazz composer Gregg Hill, this performance showcases Roe’s inventive arrangements alongside a dynamic quartet featuring GRAMMY-award-winning bassist Robert Hurst, drummer Nate Winn, and saxophonist Marcus Elliot Miller.

The program reimagines Hill’s melodic and rhythmic ingenuity through a spirited blend of swing, hard bop, and imaginative ensemble interplay. Expect a musical journey where thoughtful composing and spontaneous improvisation meet — from relaxed medium swings and Latin-infused grooves to bold, modern jazz statements — all delivered with a keen sense of listening and shared momentum.

Don’t miss this chance to hear jazz that’s both rooted in tradition and defiantly inventive, performed by four musicians whose collective chemistry brings Gregg Hill’s remarkable music into compelling new focus.

The Moth StorySLAM is an open-mic storytelling competition in which anyone can share a true, personal, 5-minute story on the night's theme. Sign up for a chance to tell a story or sit back and enjoy the show! Tonight’s theme is…

OPPOSITES ATTRACT: Prepare a five minute story about the allure of something different. The free-spirited artist to your straight-laced accountant. The early riser and the night owl. The picky eater to the adventurous foodie. Did you, the Type A planner, go on a trip with your Type B procrastinator bestie? Have you lived with a minimalist that challenged your maximalist style? "Don't think we'll ever get our differences patched. Don't really matter 'cause we're perfectly matched" -Paula Abdul

ScitechSeries cordially invites you to join us at the "3rd European Conference on Dentistry and Oral Health" (Dentistry 2026) scheduled as a Hybrid Event on May 20-21, 2026, in Barcelona, Spain.

The primary focus of the conference will be on the theme "The Future of Oral Health: Personalized and Preventive Care"

Dentistry 2026 is an annual event that brings together global Dental experts to facilitate the exchange of the latest insights on factors influencing dental diseases and oral healthcare. This international conference, occurring at a critical juncture, will primarily focus on recent notable oral cases. It is tailored to cater to the interests of faculty members, researchers, dentists, scientists, healthcare practitioners, clinicians, oral healthcare specialists, caregivers, industry representatives, and Dental professionals. Also, this conference has distinguished keynote presentations, interactive panel discussions, oral abstract presentations, poster sessions, and a diverse array of scientific and Dental equipment exhibitors, all contributing to a comprehensive program. The Congress is committed to upholding its reputation for excellence by delivering timely exploration of cutting-edge topics in the realm of emerging Dentistry.

Storytime with Programs Director, Janice Wilks! Every Wednesday from 10:30am – 11:30am Storytime will be followed by activities designed for children with developmental differences. We will never tell your child to hush or stop wiggling. Physically-distanced with stringent health and safety protocols being followed. Takes place at our office: 2505 Ardmore St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506. Every family leaves with a free book and a snack! If you plan on attending, please RSVP with the form below so we can make sure there’s enough goodies to go around.

Every Wednesday at 6pm, UrtbanBeat invites you to showcase your musical talent!

Whether you're experienced or just starting, the stage is open to all.

Not a performer? Enjoy dinner, drinks, and live music from local artists. No cover charge and all ages are welcome. Come early and enjoy the local flavor of Old Town.

Sign ups are first come, first serve.

Doors at 5PM

This is Jeopardy! Get ready for an epic trivia experience like no other with Jeopardy! Bar League. Geeks Who Drink is partnering with Sony Pictures Television and bringing America's Favorite Quiz Show® out of the studio and straight to your local bar. No more shouting at your TV: with Jeopardy! Bar League you get a thrilling, team-based experience with real clues from the Jeopardy! writers' room, all on your phone. Gather your smartest (or most entertaining) friends, form your team, and head to The Bev for Jeopardy! Bar League every Wednesday at 7pm.

To learn more, visit jeopardybarleague.com.

Kerrytown Concert House is delighted to welcome back pianist Bill Heid this spring for a trio performance with bassist Kurt Krahnke and drummer Jeff Shoup that will take you on a musical journey through blues, funk, neo-soul, jazz, and the vibrant rhythms of Brazilian music. With inventive improvisation, infectious grooves, and deep musical conversation, the trio blends tradition with innovation, creating a mosaic of sound from a diverse musical landscape. Don’t miss this performance from one of the East Coast’s most versatile and dynamic pianists on KCH’s treasured Steinway!

Bill Heid, piano
Kurt Krahnke, bass
Jeff Shoup, drums

A cash wine/beer bar will be available for KCH Founders Club Members*
*KCH Founders Club membership comes with annual donations of $300 (daily passes are also available for $5)