Events

Woodland Mall

Discover Woodland Mall, Grand Rapids' premier shopping destination featuring 100+ stores including Apple, Sephora, LEGO, and Von Maur. Enjoy dining at The Cheesecake Factory, entertainment at Main Event or Phoenix Theatres, and free family activities.

Artists Creating Together is a group that empowers individuals with disabilities to learn, grow, and celebrate arts. They will be hosting a concert in the Von Maur Court on December 9th at 5:30pm.

Artists Creating Together Performance

Shop a variety of small businesses and handmade goods during mall hours at the 4th annual Holiday&nbsp;bash in the Von Maur wing!

Holiday Bash Vendor Show

Byron Center Choir will be hosting a concert in the Von Maur Court on December 5th at 11am.

Byron Center Choir Performance

Support Small Business Saturday and shop a variety of small businesses and handmade goods during mall hours on November 30th in the Von Maur wing!

Small Business Saturday Vendor Show

Family Pet Photos are available every Monday in&nbsp;Macy's Court! Pets are part of the family too! Bring the whole crew for photos with Santa. November 18-December 9:&nbsp;11am to 7pm (Santa break time: 3-4pm)December 16: 11am to 8pm (Santa break time: 3-4pm)All hours and break times are subject to change. Reservations are strongly recommended as walk-ups are not guaranteed. Guests without a reservation may experience longer wait times or be asked to visit at a different time, especially in December. <a href="https://www.vipholidayphotos.com/event/WOODLANDC24" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: blue;">Make Your Reservation Now &gt;</a> All pets must be on a leash, in a carrier, or held by their owner at all times. Owners must sign a release prior to visiting Santa. Photos with Santa are managed &amp; operated by VIP Photos. For assistance, call 281-712-2878 or click&nbsp;<a href="https://vipholidayphotos.com/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgba(222, 61, 99, var(--tw-text-opacity));">here</a>.

Family Pet Photos with Santa

Celebrate the Holidays at Woodland Mall!Join us in Macy's Court&nbsp;for a magical celebration filled with festive fun for the whole family! Bring your family, grab your friends, and make this holiday season one to remember at Woodland Mall. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! The Santa parade will begin at 10:30am in the food court lead by Academy of Dance Arts! Face PaintingKids can transform into their favorite holiday characters with a little help from our talented face painter. Whether it’s a festive reindeer, snowflakes, or holiday magic, our options are endless! Balloon ArtistYou don’t want to miss our fantastic balloon artists, creating fun holiday-themed balloon sculptures! Meet Your Favorite Holiday CharactersGet ready for some special meet-and-greets with the beloved holiday characters Anna and Elsa!Snap a selfie, share a laugh, and create memories with these holiday legends!

Santa Arrival Celebration

Visit Santa in Macy's&nbsp;Court&nbsp;to capture your Holiday Memories Digital photo packages are available with options to purchase prints.&nbsp;Reservations are strongly recommended as walk-ups are not guaranteed. Guests without a reservation may experience longer wait times or be asked to visit at a different time, especially in December. Visit in November to save! <a href="https://www.vipholidayphotos.com/event/WOODLANDC24" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Make Your Reservation Now &gt;</a> Santa Hours&nbsp;<ul><li>Monday - Thursday: 11am to 7pm (Santa break time: 3-4pm)</li><li>Friday &amp; Saturday: 11am to 8pm (Santa break time: 3-4pm)</li><li>Sunday: Noon&nbsp;to 6pm (Santa break time: 3-3:30pm)</li></ul> Extended&nbsp;Hours&nbsp;December 13-24<ul><li>Monday - Thursday: 11am to 8pm (Santa break time: 3-4pm)</li><li>Friday &amp; Saturday: 11am to 8pm (Santa break time: 3-4pm)</li><li>Sunday: 11am to 6pm (Santa break time: 3-3:30pm)</li><li>December 20 &amp; 21: 10am to 8pm (Santa break time: 1-2pm &amp; 5-6pm)</li><li>December 22nd: 10am to 6pm&nbsp;(Santa break time: 1-2pm)</li><li>December 23rd: 10am to 8pm&nbsp;(Santa break time: 1-2pm &amp; 5-6pm)</li><li>December 24th: 10am-6pm (Santa break time: 1-1:45pm)</li></ul> All hours and break times are subject to change. <a href="https://www.vipholidayphotos.com/event/WOODLANDC24" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Make Your Reservation Now &gt;</a> Family Pet Photos with Santa are every Monday, starting November 18th through December 16th. Learn more <a href="https://www.shopwoodlandmall.com/event/3168-family-pet-photos-with-santa" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">here!</a> Photos with Santa are managed &amp; operated by VIP Photos. For assistance, call 281-712-2878 or click&nbsp;<a href="https://vipholidayphotos.com/contact" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgba(222, 61, 99, var(--tw-text-opacity));">here</a>.

Photos with Santa

November 8 to December 24 • During Mall Hours Special guest appearances of Star Wars Characters on December 7th and December 14th.Holiday band performances on December 7th, 14th and 21st. The Salvation Army is gearing up for the 2024 holiday season and expecting an increase in need this year.The iconic red kettles and volunteers&nbsp;will be stationed at the JCPenney Mall Entrance throughout the holiday season. The Salvation Army is a volunteer-fueled organization with opportunities for individuals, families, and groups large and small. Gifts of time and talents go a long way toward improving the lives of those we serve.&nbsp;Every gift is precious – big or small. Thank you for giving what you can.

Salvation Army Kettle Drive

Looking for a place to walk? Woodland Mall opens one hour early every morning just for mall walkers!&nbsp;Enjoy daily exercise indoors. Check out&nbsp;<a href="https://shopwoodlandmall.com/hours/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="color: rgb(248, 152, 41); background-color: transparent;">shopping hours</a>&nbsp;to determine what time mall walking begins for the day.&nbsp;Mall&nbsp;walkers are welcome to come one (1) hour prior to the shopping hours listed.&nbsp;