Parks Programs and Events
Cascade Township Parks & Facilities offers a variety of seasonal programs and community events designed to bring neighbors together, encourage healthy activity, and make the most of our beautiful parks.
Check back often as new programs are added throughout the year, as well as keeping an eye on our Facebook Events page.
Have event questions? Are you a community partner seeking sponsorship opportunities? Contact our Parks & Facilities Coordinator, Sydney Aubert, at saubert@cascadetwp.com.
For larger, community-wide events, visit our Township Events page.
Halloween Hustle
Join us at Cascade's Recreation Park for a Halloween-themed kids fun run the whole family can enjoy! The free event begins at 5 pm where kids are invited to run the one mile loop. Costumes are optional. Refreshments will be provided.
Event Details:
Location: Cascade Recreation Park
Date: October 28
Time: 5 pm
Cost: Free
Easter Egg Hunt
Join us at Cascade's Recreation Park for a fun, family-friendly event! The Easter Egg Hunt will begin promptly at 10 am, and we encourage everyone to arrive early, as the hunt happens fast. Be sure to bring your own basket to collect eggs.
After the hunt, families can enjoy a visit with the Easter Bunny and play with real bunnies. This free event is open to all ages, and we look forward to celebrating with you!
Event Details:
Location: Cascade Recreation Park
Date: April 19, 2025
Time: 11 am to 1 pm
Cost: Free
Concerts in Cascade
Enjoy free, family-friendly live music featuring local and national artists! Join us this summer at Friendship Park for a series of outdoor concerts, brought to you by Cascade Township.
Event Details:
Location: Friendship Park, Cascade Township, MI (2870 Jacksmith Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546)
Dates: June 12, July 17, August 7, 2025
Time: All shows start at 6:30 pm
Admission: Free
Seating: Bring your own blanket or lawn chair
Food and Drink: Feel free to bring a cooler with snacks, water, or soda. Alcohol is not allowed.
Bounce Back to School
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Families are invited to celebrate the end of summer at a free event filled with fun. Kids can cool off under the firetruck spray, enjoy music by Bruce Taylor, and bounce around in the inflatable play area. The Kent County Sheriff's Department will be on-site, and Culver’s will be handing out free ice cream.
Snacks and water will be available while supplies last. No registration is needed.
Event Details:
Location: Friendship Park
Dates: August 14, 2025
Time: 11 am to 1 pm
Cost: Free
Walking Club
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Seniors and walking enthusiasts are invited to take part in Cascade Township’s new Walking Club! The group will meet at 10 am at the Cascade Recreation Park bathrooms and walk the one-mile loop up to three times.
Club Details:
Location: Cascade Recreation Park (meet at the bathrooms)
Dates: September 10, 17, 24 & October 1, 8, 15, 2025
Time: 10 am
Cost: Free