City of Big Rapids

06/16/2026

America’s Birthday Party: Parade & Fireworks Celebration starts at 5pm on July 3rd!

🚲✨ Let’s get those wheels parade-ready!

Join us at Big Rapids Middle School on Friday, July 3 at 4 PM for bike decorating before the Independence Day Parade as part of America’s Birthday Party: Parade & Fireworks Celebration!

📍 Bike Decorating Location: Big Rapids Middle School
🕓 Bike Decorating: 4 PM
🚲 Parade Lineup: 5 PM
🎉 Parade: 5:30 PM

Bring your bike and your patriotic spirit. Decorating items will be provided by the Mecosta County CVB, in part thanks to a generous sponsorship from Baker Big Rapids Auto Group located on the south end of Big Rapids.

It’s a fun way for kids and families to be part of America’s 250th birthday celebration, one sparkly streamer at a time. 🇺🇸

Come decorate, line up, and ride with us!

06/16/2026

06/16/2026

Saturday Farmers Markets are BACK on July 11th!

The City of Big Rapids invites you to participate in Big Rapids Farmers Market Applications. Explore this Registration to engage and give back.

06/15/2026

The City Commission meeting is LIVE on our YouTube Channel!

https://youtube.com/live/pyagl9wDqtE?feature=share

06/15/2026

How COOL! new items for library card members to check out for FREE.

Check Out More Than Just Books at the Big Rapids Community Library!

Your library card unlocks access to some exciting new items available for checkout:

🛹 Skateboard Kits – Ready to hit the skate park? Our kits include a skateboard, helmet, elbow pads, and knee guards to help you ride safely.

🏓 Pickleball Kits – Grab a friend and head to the court! Each kit includes paddles and balls so you can jump right into the game.

🔍 Metal Detector Kits – Discover hidden treasures in your backyard, at the beach, or around town with a metal detector kit available for checkout.

These unique items are available FREE for library card members. Whether you're looking to learn a new hobby, stay active, or go on an adventure, the library has something for everyone!

Stop by the Big Rapids Community Library or visit us online to learn more about these and other exciting items available for checkout.

06/15/2026

06/12/2026

Farmers Market FRIDAY!!!

06/11/2026

There is a potential threat of high-impact storms coming through our area tonight (6/11). Please make sure you have cell phones charged and all communication options available. Updates will be available through the US National Weather Service Grand Rapids Michigan and the Michigan Storm Chasers page.