City of Grand Rapids Parks and Recreation

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Unity Park opens in Grand Rapids' Roosevelt Park neighborhood

Led planning and construction of Unity Park

After years of planning, a $2.23 million gathering space opened October 14 in Grand Rapids' Roosevelt Park neighborhood. Unity Park at 680 Cesar Chavez Ave. SW has a vendor plaza, hammock groves, an inclusive playground and a rain garden.

Updated Nov 2

Canal Park reopens after $9.9M riverfront renovation

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Project owner and operator

Canal Park in downtown Grand Rapids reopened in late October 2026, and families began using it before any official ceremony. The city reports the project cost $9.9 million. MLive reported on Nov. 1 that the park now has a plaza, a pavilion, scenic river overlooks and a 14-foot-wide multi-use trail.

Updated Nov 1