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Academy of Music in Grand Rapids & Jenison
STUFF THE STOCKING WITH MUSIC, DANCE, OR MUSICAL THEATRE LESSONS
Get your loved one a special gift for under the tree! Register them for music, dance, or musical theatre lessons at West Michigan’s largest music school - the Academy of Music in Grand Rapids or Jenison Academy of Music!
Save big with this once-a-year special!
Fully stuffed stocking includes:
· One month lessons certificate
· Free registration ($30)
· Gift card (books or dance supplies)
· Holiday treats
· Instrument, Dance, or Theatre specific gifts
· Royal Dance Benefits Package for dancers ($50)
· Musical Theatre T-shirt
VALUE $199 | YOUR COST ONLY $99
💬"Friendly staff, knowledgeable teachers, and just an overall great atmosphere! Their trophy system helps keep kids motivated and the free recitals are a plus!"
Get your loved one a special gift for under the tree! Register them for music, dance, or musical theatre lessons at West Michigan’s largest music school - the Academy of Music in Grand Rapids or Jenison Academy of Music!
Save big with this once-a-year special!
Fully stuffed stocking includes:
· One month lessons certificate
· Free registration ($30)
· Gift card (books or dance supplies)
· Holiday treats
· Instrument, Dance, or Theatre specific gifts
· Royal Dance Benefits Package for dancers ($50)
· Musical Theatre T-shirt
VALUE $199 | YOUR COST ONLY $99
💬"Friendly staff, knowledgeable teachers, and just an overall great atmosphere! Their trophy system helps keep kids motivated and the free recitals are a plus!"
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Ages: Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
💬 Friendly staff, knowledgeable teachers, and just an overall great atmosphere! Their trophy system helps keep kids motivated and the free recitals are a plus!
𖡡 📍6159 28th St SE Ste 24, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
𖡡 📍7647 Riverview Dr, Jenison, MI 49428
Phone: +16169651655
Email: info@academyofmusicGR.com
BattleGR Tactical Games
BattleGR: Give the Gift of Play
Skip the clutter and wrap up unforgettable memories this year! BattleGR is where families laugh, compete, and reconnect through high-energy fun. From tactical laser tag and archery tag to axe throwing, throw bowling, and cornhole, every visit turns screen time into play time.
Whether it’s a family outing, birthday adventure, or just a reason to get moving, BattleGR gift cards give the gift of excitement and togetherness. Unplug, engage, and create memories that will last long after the wrapping paper’s gone.
👉 Learn more at battlegr.com
💬"We hired Battle GR for an event at our school. The kids and adults LOVED it! The staff was super helpful, friendly and fun!"
Skip the clutter and wrap up unforgettable memories this year! BattleGR is where families laugh, compete, and reconnect through high-energy fun. From tactical laser tag and archery tag to axe throwing, throw bowling, and cornhole, every visit turns screen time into play time.
Whether it’s a family outing, birthday adventure, or just a reason to get moving, BattleGR gift cards give the gift of excitement and togetherness. Unplug, engage, and create memories that will last long after the wrapping paper’s gone.
👉 Learn more at battlegr.com
💬"We hired Battle GR for an event at our school. The kids and adults LOVED it! The staff was super helpful, friendly and fun!"
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Ages: Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
We hired Battle GR for an event at our school. The kids and adults LOVED it! The staff was super helpful, friendly and fun! Would definitely be really fun for lots of different events types!
John Ball Zoo
Give the gift of a John Ball Zoo Family Gold Membership!
Be among the first to book our NEW discounted Baby Pygmy Hippo and Snow Leopard Cub Private Guided Tour.
Members enjoy 37% off tours for up to six people, plus early access to 2026 Lanterns tickets, the new Otter Habitat, and more.
Enjoy unlimited Zoo admission, 20% off food and gifts, free admission to partner attractions, members-only nights, and exclusive updates—all year long.
⭐ Enter to WIN a membership at https://grkids.com/john-ball-zoo-holiday-giveaway/
Runs Nov 19 - Dec 17, 2025.
Be among the first to book our NEW discounted Baby Pygmy Hippo and Snow Leopard Cub Private Guided Tour.
Members enjoy 37% off tours for up to six people, plus early access to 2026 Lanterns tickets, the new Otter Habitat, and more.
Enjoy unlimited Zoo admission, 20% off food and gifts, free admission to partner attractions, members-only nights, and exclusive updates—all year long.
⭐ Enter to WIN a membership at https://grkids.com/john-ball-zoo-holiday-giveaway/
Runs Nov 19 - Dec 17, 2025.
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
LEGOLAND® Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Aquarium, & PEPPA PIG World of Play
Give the gift of Family Fun with Gift Tickets or Annual Membership to LEGOLAND® Discovery Center, SEA LIFE Aquarium and PEPPA PIG World of Play in Southeast Michigan!
All three indoor attractions are located at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets off I-75 in Auburn Hills, just over 2 hours from Grand Rapids.
Please note: adults must be accompanied by at least one child in order to enter LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and PEPPA PIG World of Play. SEA LIFE Aquarium is great for all ages.
💬"Great place to take the kiddos! Had a wonderful time. The staff is very friendly and helpful." -Google Review
All three indoor attractions are located at Great Lakes Crossing Outlets off I-75 in Auburn Hills, just over 2 hours from Grand Rapids.
Please note: adults must be accompanied by at least one child in order to enter LEGOLAND® Discovery Center and PEPPA PIG World of Play. SEA LIFE Aquarium is great for all ages.
💬"Great place to take the kiddos! Had a wonderful time. The staff is very friendly and helpful." -Google Review
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Great place to take the kiddos! Had a wonderful time. The staff is very friendly and helpful. -Google Review
𖡡 📍SEA LIFE Aquarium
4316 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
𖡡 📍LEGOLAND Discovery Center
4240 Baldwin Rd, Auburn Hills, MI 48326
Phone: +12484096001
Pinball Land
Treat your family and friends to a blast from the past at Pinball Land, the retro arcade where you don't need any quarters!
At Pinball Land you can play unlimited pinball and classic video arcade games for a flat rate.
We have over 20 different pinball machines featuring some from the 70's and 80's as well as new games. We're more than just pinball. We also have all of your favorite arcade games like Pac Man, Galaga, Street Fighter, Dance Dance Revolution and more!
Share the fun of your arcade memories and make new ones at Pinball Land.
💬"This place is amazing. The pay by the hour idea is genius. The people working the front desk are full of energy and happiness. 10 out of 10." - Miranda DeWitt
At Pinball Land you can play unlimited pinball and classic video arcade games for a flat rate.
We have over 20 different pinball machines featuring some from the 70's and 80's as well as new games. We're more than just pinball. We also have all of your favorite arcade games like Pac Man, Galaga, Street Fighter, Dance Dance Revolution and more!
Share the fun of your arcade memories and make new ones at Pinball Land.
💬"This place is amazing. The pay by the hour idea is genius. The people working the front desk are full of energy and happiness. 10 out of 10." - Miranda DeWitt
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Ages: Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
💬"This place is amazing. The pay by the hour idea is genius. The people working the front desk are full of energy and happiness. 10 out of 10." - Miranda DeWitt
𖡡 📍114 Courtland St, Rockford, MI 49341
Email: info@pinball-land.com
Craig's Cruisers
Give the gift of memories made and fun with a gift card from Craig's Cruisers, West Michigan's premier destination for family fun. 120,000 square feet of indoor recreation, plus outdoor attractions.
Indoor offerings include: Laser Tag, Cruiser Coaster, Indoor Go-Karts, Trampoline Park, Bumper Cars, Frog Hopper, Arcade and Pizza Buffet.
Outdoor offerings (seasonal & weather permitting): Outdoor Go-Karts, Zip Line, Mini-Golf (18-Hole Course), The 360 ride, & Bumper Boats.
Great venue for birthday parties, corporate outings, company picnics, holiday parties and family fun!
💬"Best place to take your kids and family to enjoy yourself. You’re gonna love it!" -JR
Indoor offerings include: Laser Tag, Cruiser Coaster, Indoor Go-Karts, Trampoline Park, Bumper Cars, Frog Hopper, Arcade and Pizza Buffet.
Outdoor offerings (seasonal & weather permitting): Outdoor Go-Karts, Zip Line, Mini-Golf (18-Hole Course), The 360 ride, & Bumper Boats.
Great venue for birthday parties, corporate outings, company picnics, holiday parties and family fun!
💬"Best place to take your kids and family to enjoy yourself. You’re gonna love it!" -JR
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Best place to take your kids and family to enjoy yourself. You’re gonna love it! -JR
𖡡 📍5730 Clyde Park Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49509
Phone: +16165302900
Grand Rapids Public Museum
Plan a visit to the Grand Rapids Public Museum for fun, hands-on learning during the holidays.
Every winter, the Museum's Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit is festively decorated, and we welcome back a massive historic Grand Rapids LEGO display from the West Michigan LEGO Users Club (Nov. 8, 2025 - Feb.1, 2026).
PLUS, see the GRPM's latest traveling exhibit, Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family (open through April 26, 2026). Encounter five complete cast skeletons of tyrannosaurs, interactive screens, large-scale projections, hands-on fossil casts, and more.
All exhibits are included with general admission, and Kent County kids get in free every day.
Every winter, the Museum's Streets of Old Grand Rapids exhibit is festively decorated, and we welcome back a massive historic Grand Rapids LEGO display from the West Michigan LEGO Users Club (Nov. 8, 2025 - Feb.1, 2026).
PLUS, see the GRPM's latest traveling exhibit, Tyrannosaurs: Meet the Family (open through April 26, 2026). Encounter five complete cast skeletons of tyrannosaurs, interactive screens, large-scale projections, hands-on fossil casts, and more.
All exhibits are included with general admission, and Kent County kids get in free every day.
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
𖡡 📍272 Pearl St NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Email: info@grpm.org
Bricks & Minifigs Grand Rapids
Give the gift of LEGO® fun with a private LEGO® event!
Our LEGO®-themed parties are perfect for any age and occasion. We've hosted everything from 50th birthday parties to Hanukkah and end-of-school-year celebrations.
This year, gift a LEGO® experience for the whole family or for your child's celebration. Every event includes activities like building and racing LEGO® cars, competitions, or mosaics, plus LEGO®-themed decorations, a dedicated host to run the fun, and a free minifig for every participant!
We'll provide the space, supplies, set-up, clean-up, and hosting so all you have to do is enjoy the party! To book, visit our website.
💬"This was an AMAZING party for my son, daughter, & friends! It was so well put together, the kids had a BLAST. Everything was so easy and smooth. We will be recommending!"
Our LEGO®-themed parties are perfect for any age and occasion. We've hosted everything from 50th birthday parties to Hanukkah and end-of-school-year celebrations.
This year, gift a LEGO® experience for the whole family or for your child's celebration. Every event includes activities like building and racing LEGO® cars, competitions, or mosaics, plus LEGO®-themed decorations, a dedicated host to run the fun, and a free minifig for every participant!
We'll provide the space, supplies, set-up, clean-up, and hosting so all you have to do is enjoy the party! To book, visit our website.
💬"This was an AMAZING party for my son, daughter, & friends! It was so well put together, the kids had a BLAST. Everything was so easy and smooth. We will be recommending!"
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Ages: Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
This was an AMAZING party for my son, daughter, & friends! It was so well put together, the kids had a BLAST. Everything was so easy and smooth. We will be recommending - and the kids can't stop talking about it!
𖡡 📍2927 Breton Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Phone: (616) 719-1973
Goldfish Swim School
At Goldfish Swim School – West Michigan, kids learn essential water-safety and life skills in a fun, tropical environment.
With a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio, warm 90-degree pools, and a confidence-building curriculum, lessons blend safety, socialization, and success.
Flexible scheduling and free make-up lessons make learning easy for busy families. With three local West Michigan locations, we’re committed to helping your child dive in, feel proud, and grow comfortable in the water.
Splash into savings at each location and explore our holiday packages for extra goodies and exclusive offers.
💬A wonderful facility and staff. My daughter loves her swim classes and learns something new each week while building on her current skills.
Highly recommend for all ages!
With a 4:1 student-to-teacher ratio, warm 90-degree pools, and a confidence-building curriculum, lessons blend safety, socialization, and success.
Flexible scheduling and free make-up lessons make learning easy for busy families. With three local West Michigan locations, we’re committed to helping your child dive in, feel proud, and grow comfortable in the water.
Splash into savings at each location and explore our holiday packages for extra goodies and exclusive offers.
💬A wonderful facility and staff. My daughter loves her swim classes and learns something new each week while building on her current skills.
Highly recommend for all ages!
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids
A wonderful facility and staff. My daughter loves her swim classes and learns something new each week while building on her current skills. Highly recommend for all ages!
𖡡 📍4950 Wilson Ave SW, Wyoming, MI 49418 (Grandville)
📍2224 E Beltline Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
(Knapp's Crossing)
📍2845 Thornhills Ave Ste S, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 (Grand Rapids)
Mind Body Baby
SELF CARE & CHILDCARE, the gift that supports the whole family!
Mind Body Baby is a space where you never have to choose between self care and childcare. We're more than a studio, it’s a sanctuary for mamas and mamas-in-the-making.
Inside our 8,000 sq ft Collective, movement, wellness, childcare, and community come together under one roof. From prenatal yoga to postpartum recovery, from co-working to coffee, every detail is designed to support mothers in every season.
Our mission is to make motherhood less isolating and more empowered; a place where you can breathe, move, connect, and be cared. Created by a mother for mothers - what do you need today?
💬 "They really thought of every little detail! There is something for all stages of motherhood. It’s a beautiful experience being surrounded by other women in a similar phase of life. I am so grateful to have found Mind Body Baby."
Mind Body Baby is a space where you never have to choose between self care and childcare. We're more than a studio, it’s a sanctuary for mamas and mamas-in-the-making.
Inside our 8,000 sq ft Collective, movement, wellness, childcare, and community come together under one roof. From prenatal yoga to postpartum recovery, from co-working to coffee, every detail is designed to support mothers in every season.
Our mission is to make motherhood less isolating and more empowered; a place where you can breathe, move, connect, and be cared. Created by a mother for mothers - what do you need today?
💬 "They really thought of every little detail! There is something for all stages of motherhood. It’s a beautiful experience being surrounded by other women in a similar phase of life. I am so grateful to have found Mind Body Baby."
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids
💬 They really thought of every little detail! There is something for all stages of motherhood. It’s a beautiful experience being surrounded by other women in a similar phase of life. I am so grateful to have found Mind Body Baby.
Altitude Trampoline Park
Give the gift of fun this holiday season at Altitude Grand Rapids!
Families can jump, laugh, and make memories while enjoying big savings on gift cards. For a limited time, get a $100 gift card for just $75 or a $150 gift card for $100.
Use them for open jump sessions, parties, or special events — the perfect gift for kids, teens, and families who love to play together.
Spread the joy of jumping and make this season extra bright at Altitude Grand Rapids.
💬“Our kids had the best time at Altitude Grand Rapids! The staff was amazing, everything was clean, and we can’t wait to come back for more jumping fun!”
Families can jump, laugh, and make memories while enjoying big savings on gift cards. For a limited time, get a $100 gift card for just $75 or a $150 gift card for $100.
Use them for open jump sessions, parties, or special events — the perfect gift for kids, teens, and families who love to play together.
Spread the joy of jumping and make this season extra bright at Altitude Grand Rapids.
💬“Our kids had the best time at Altitude Grand Rapids! The staff was amazing, everything was clean, and we can’t wait to come back for more jumping fun!”
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
“Our kids had the best time at Altitude Grand Rapids! The staff was amazing, everything was clean, and we can’t wait to come back for more jumping fun!”
Disney on Ice & Monster Jam
An epic journey awaits at Disney On Ice Presents: Road Trip Adventures!
Be immersed in your favorite Disney stories with hijinks and surprises at Van Andel Arena.
See stars from Mary Poppins Returns, Moana, Frozen, The Lion King, Incredibles 2, Toy Story 4, Aladdin and your favorite Disney Princesses.
Coming February 5-8, 2026.
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You’ll be on the edge of your seat watching the world’s most popular trucks like Grave Digger®, El Toro Loco®, Megalodon® and more tear up the dirt, only at Monster Jam.
You can’t get this kind of wow just anywhere!
Coming March 20 - 22, 2026.
Be immersed in your favorite Disney stories with hijinks and surprises at Van Andel Arena.
See stars from Mary Poppins Returns, Moana, Frozen, The Lion King, Incredibles 2, Toy Story 4, Aladdin and your favorite Disney Princesses.
Coming February 5-8, 2026.
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You’ll be on the edge of your seat watching the world’s most popular trucks like Grave Digger®, El Toro Loco®, Megalodon® and more tear up the dirt, only at Monster Jam.
You can’t get this kind of wow just anywhere!
Coming March 20 - 22, 2026.
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
𖡡 📍130 Fulton St W, Grand Rapids, MI 49503
Phone: +15409051848
The Mud Room
Looking for a creative outing this holiday season with your child, friends, or family? The Mud Room offers hands-on fun and meaningful keepsakes for all ages!
Paint pottery, make handprint art, or try a Potter’s Wheel Class (ages 7+). Not sure which activity to choose? Gift cards make it easy and they’re perfect for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts, or under-the-tree surprises.
Paint pottery, make handprint art, or try a Potter’s Wheel Class (ages 7+). Not sure which activity to choose? Gift cards make it easy and they’re perfect for stocking stuffers, teacher gifts, or under-the-tree surprises.
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
𖡡 📍1971 E Beltline Ave NE #103, Grand Rapids, MI 49525
Phone: (616) 259-7269
Email: info@themudroom.us
Backyard Fun Zone
Give the Gift of Fun!
Play Passes from Backyard Fun Zone aren’t just gifts—they’re unforgettable experiences filled with laughter and play!
Our space is chill and low-sensory, perfect for kiddos to have the time of their lives while parents relax with a cup coffee from our coffee bar. Pair it with a fun adult or kid tumbler for a thoughtful, reusable gift that keeps the smiles flowing!
Play Passes from Backyard Fun Zone aren’t just gifts—they’re unforgettable experiences filled with laughter and play!
Our space is chill and low-sensory, perfect for kiddos to have the time of their lives while parents relax with a cup coffee from our coffee bar. Pair it with a fun adult or kid tumbler for a thoughtful, reusable gift that keeps the smiles flowing!
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids
Air Zoo
Find the perfect holiday gifts at the Air Zoo!
Annual memberships start at just $45, and every membership purchased from Nov. 28 to Dec. 31 includes a free Copilot Pass that lets you bring a non-member every time you visit.
The Air Zoo Store is the best holiday shop in town, filled with toys, jewelry, apparel, and so much more. Skip Amazon and shop local for gifts that soar!
Annual memberships start at just $45, and every membership purchased from Nov. 28 to Dec. 31 includes a free Copilot Pass that lets you bring a non-member every time you visit.
The Air Zoo Store is the best holiday shop in town, filled with toys, jewelry, apparel, and so much more. Skip Amazon and shop local for gifts that soar!
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Legacy Stables
We create a safe, fun, and supportive environment for anyone to experience the unique horse-human connection!
Whether you've been riding for years or have never met a horse, we have the perfect horse for you. Alongside our 25+ gentle horses, we offer a variety of programming that supports growth, connection, and healing for both horses and humans!
Whether you've been riding for years or have never met a horse, we have the perfect horse for you. Alongside our 25+ gentle horses, we offer a variety of programming that supports growth, connection, and healing for both horses and humans!
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Rebounderz Adventure Park
Rebounderz in Jenison is your source for the Perfect Gift!
GIFT CARDS ($25, $50, $75, or $100) are available online and may be used for Admission or Food/Drink.
ANNUAL PASSES spread out the Gift of Rebounderz for an entire YEAR! Available for Individuals or Families, An Annual Pass grants General Admission whenever Rebounderz is open to the public - PLUS some awesome perks!
GIFT CARDS ($25, $50, $75, or $100) are available online and may be used for Admission or Food/Drink.
ANNUAL PASSES spread out the Gift of Rebounderz for an entire YEAR! Available for Individuals or Families, An Annual Pass grants General Admission whenever Rebounderz is open to the public - PLUS some awesome perks!
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Allegan Event
Give the gift of adventure with an Allegan Event gift card! Just 30 minutes from Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Holland, it’s Michigan’s largest indoor ropes course.
Enjoy thrilling challenges, 16 climbing walls, a fun arcade, and delicious pizza, snacks, and drinks for the whole family.
Enjoy thrilling challenges, 16 climbing walls, a fun arcade, and delicious pizza, snacks, and drinks for the whole family.
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Paint a Pot
A paint your own pottery shop for the young to old. Paint your gift and pick it up one week later! We do shipping as well! No appointment needed, just stop on in! Groups of 6 or more are welcome to make a reservation.
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Ages: Babies, Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
Accidental Art
Gift cards to Accidental Art are the perfect present for everyone on your Christmas list! They make wonderful gifts for grandparents, who will enjoy the chance to create lasting memories with their grandkids, as well as for kids, who can unleash their creativity and have fun.
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Ages: Toddlers, Preschoolers, Elementary Kids, Tweens, Middle Schoolers, High Schoolers
𖡡 📍355 Northland Dr NE, Rockford, MI 49341
Phone: (616) 915-4842
