Experience ArtPrize. Come Back to Camp.
ArtPrize transforms Grand Rapids into a citywide gallery, with artwork displayed in galleries, businesses, public spaces, museums, parks, and other venues throughout the city. Spend your day exploring ArtPrize, then leave downtown behind and return to your campsite at Woodchip.
ArtPrize 2026 runs September 18 through October 3, with Preview Week September 12–17.
Stay at Woodchip During ArtPrize 2026
And because ArtPrize arrives during one of the best times of year to camp in West Michigan, your ArtPrize visit can become a complete fall camping getaway.
Art Takes Over Grand Rapids
In 2026, ArtPrize venues are organized across five districts, with exhibitions joined by live events, performances, workshops, and other programming throughout the event.
Explore the Art
Discover paintings, sculptures, installations, performances, and other creative works displayed throughout Grand Rapids.
Viewing ArtPrize entries is free and open to the public.
Explore the City
ArtPrize venues stretch across multiple Grand Rapids districts, turning streets, parks, galleries, businesses, and public spaces into part of the experience.
Take Your Time
With ArtPrize extending over multiple weeks and artwork spread throughout Grand Rapids, there’s no need to try to experience everything in a single day.
Stay at Woodchip and make a getaway out of it.
ArtPrize Meets Fall Camping
During ArtPrize, Woodchip’s Fall Harvest Weekends bring seasonal fun back to the campground, giving families something to enjoy before or after exploring the artwork in Grand Rapids.
Spend the day discovering ArtPrize, then return to Woodchip for crisp fall evenings and campground time together.
It’s two Grand Rapids-area fall experiences in one trip.
Planning Your ArtPrize Visit
Choose Your Venues
Browse the official ArtPrize venue and entry listings before heading into Grand Rapids and identify the art and locations you most want to experience.
Check the Schedule
In addition to exhibitions, ArtPrize includes live events, performances, workshops, and special programming. Check the current schedule when planning your day.
Explore More Than Once
A camping stay gives you time to experience different ArtPrize districts and return another day instead of trying to cover the entire event at once.
Fall Fun Continues Back at Woodchip
Frequently Asked Questions About Camping During ArtPrize
Is there camping near ArtPrize in Grand Rapids?
Yes. Woodchip Campground in Byron Center offers camping about 10 miles from downtown Grand Rapids, giving ArtPrize visitors a campground home base outside the city.
When is ArtPrize 2026?
ArtPrize 2026 runs from September 18 through October 3. Preview Week takes place September 12–17.
Where does ArtPrize take place?
ArtPrize takes place throughout Grand Rapids rather than at a single event venue. Participating galleries, businesses, public spaces, museums, parks, and other locations display artwork throughout the city.
Do I need a ticket to see ArtPrize?
Viewing ArtPrize entries is free and open to the public. Some individual programs or experiences may have their own requirements, so check current ArtPrize visitor information when planning your trip.
Can I visit ArtPrize for more than one day?
Yes. ArtPrize runs for multiple weeks and includes artwork at venues throughout Grand Rapids, making it easy to explore different areas on different days during a camping stay.
Are there fall activities at Woodchip during ArtPrize?
Yes. Woodchip’s Fall Harvest Weekends take place during the ArtPrize season and continue through October 25, giving campers seasonal activities to enjoy when they’re not exploring Grand Rapids.