GRAND RAPIDS, MI

THE ORIGINAL BYOB HOLIDAY LIGHTS TROLLEY

GRAND RAPIDS, MI

  • Check-In at a Neighborhood Bar

    Meet at Küsterer Brauhaus
    (642 Bridge Street NW) and kick off the night with festive decor, a complimentary snack, and meet-and-greet your tour guide before the ride begins.

  • Hop on a Festive Trolley

    Enjoy holiday music, trivia, prizes, and sing-alongs to classic carols as you ride through the city. The festive trolley decor sets a cheerful tone from start to finish.

  • Bring Your Own Beverages

    Trolleys are 21+. Sip on your favorite holiday spirit as you ride in style aboard our vintage trolley. It's the perfect way to toast the season while taking in the city’s festive sights.

  • Enjoy Your City's Holiday Lights

    Tour stops vary by date, but highlights may include: The Grand Rapids Christkindl Markt at the Downtown Market, The Christmas Lite Show at LMCU Ballpark, residential displays in surrounding areas, East Grand Rapids Christmas Tree and light displays or Rosa Parks Circle.

WELCOME TO THE BYOB GRAND RAPIDS HOLIDAY LIGHTS TROLLEY TOUR

Experience the Holidays in America’s Jolliest City—on a BYOB Trolley Ride Through Grand Rapids!

Named the "Jolliest City in America," Grand Rapids is the perfect place to soak up the season—and there’s no better way to see it all than aboard a festive BYOB trolley!

Your evening begins at the fun and festive Küsterer Brauhaus, where you’ll check in, meet your tour guide, and enjoy a complimentary snack while taking in the cozy holiday vibes.

Please note: Outside alcohol is not permitted inside Küsterer Brauhaus. Our staff will collect and safely store any beverages you bring for the trolley portion of the night.

Once we hop on the vintage trolley, the magic begins! We’ll head out on a 3-hour adventure to explore some of Grand Rapids’ most dazzling holiday sights. Tours may vary by night, but stops and highlights could include the Christkindl Markt at the Downtown Market, the Christmas Lite Show at LMCU Ballpark, festive neighborhoods, East Grand Rapids’ holiday displays, Rosa Parks Circle, and the city’s beautifully lit Christmas Tree.

After basking in the lights and seasonal cheer, we’ll return to Küsterer Brauhaus to cap off the night with even more merriment.

Reserve your seat today and see why Grand Rapids shines brightest during the holidays!

📍Check-In Location

All guests must check-in at Kusterer Brauhaus, located at: 642 Bridge St. NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504.

Please arrive at your event start time.

*Please note the length of the event is 4 hours. The first hour is spent at the check-in bar (meet your guide, sign paperwork, get your gift bag & complimentary snack) followed by a 3 hour trolley route which will make stops! 

🚗Parking

Parking is not included with your ticket. Plan to arrive a little early to get a parking spot before boarding the trolley.

Street parking is going to be your best bet for event parking. During the weekdays, you do have to pay at the meter prior to 7pm. Weekends are free.

👋When You Arrive

Look out for your spirited host wearing a red scarf and possibly wielding a flashing candy cane stick. Get ready to sign our event waiver before the trolley embarks promptly at departure time. Be prepared to show a valid ID verifying you are over the age of 21.

🍻BYOB

BYOB for the trolley, but ask your tour guide at the check-in table where you can store your drinks prior to boarding the trolley. Each host bar has a fantastic selection of additional spirits. If your drinks come in glass bottles, you are welcome to bring them onboard, however we ask that you pour the drink into a different non-glass container while on the trolley. We will provide you plastic cups that you can use.

Remember, no open containers outside the trolley. Beverages can be stored in personal-sized coolers (think: what can fit under an airline seat).  

🧣Attire

While the trolley and the bars are heated, we will stop at various locations around the city that are not. We recommend dressing in layers and bringing hats, scarves, and mittens so you can have an enjoyable experience as you get up close to the light displays at each stop.

EVENT & TROLLEY SCHEDULE

  • 3-7PM TICKET

    3:00-3:15pm - Arrive for Check-In at Küsterer Brauhaus

    3:15-3:45pm - Meet your guide & Complimentary snack at Küsterer Brauhaus

    4:00pm - Trolley Loading & Departure

    4:00-7:00pm - Trolley ride with possible stops at Christkindl Markt, The Christmas Lite Show at LMCU Ballpark, East Grand Rapids Christmas Tree or Rosa Parks Circle.

    *2 bathroom stops along the way

    7:00pm - Trolley arrives back to Küsterer Brauhaus & Event Ends

  • 4-8PM TICKET

    4:00-4:15pm - Arrive for Check-In at Küsterer Brauhaus

    4:15-4:45pm - Meet your guide & Complimentary snack at Küsterer Brauhaus

    5:00pm - Trolley Loading & Departure

    5:00-8:00pm - Trolley ride with possible stops at Christkindl Markt, The Christmas Lite Show at LMCU Ballpark, East Grand Rapids Christmas Tree or Rosa Parks Circle.

    *2 bathroom stops along the way

    8:00pm - Trolley arrives back to Küsterer Brauhaus & Event Ends

  • 5-9PM TICKET

    5:00-5:15pm - Arrive for Check-In at Küsterer Brauhaus

    5:15-5:45pm - Meet your guide & Complimentary snack at Küsterer Brauhaus

    6:00pm - Trolley Loading & Departure

    6:00-9:00pm - Trolley ride with possible stops at Christkindl Markt, The Christmas Lite Show at LMCU Ballpark, East Grand Rapids Christmas Tree or Rosa Parks Circle.

    *2 bathroom stops along the way

    9:00pm - Trolley arrives back to Küsterer Brauhaus & Event Ends

  • 5:30-9:30PM TICKET

    5:30-5:45pm - Arrive for Check-In at Küsterer Brauhaus

    5:45-6:15pm - Meet your guide & Complimentary snack at Küsterer Brauhaus

    6:30pm - Trolley Loading & Departure

    6:30-9:30pm - Trolley ride with possible stops at Christkindl Markt, The Christmas Lite Show at LMCU Ballpark, East Grand Rapids Christmas Tree or Rosa Parks Circle.

    *2 bathroom stops along the way

    9:30pm - Trolley arrives back to Küsterer Brauhaus & Event Ends

  • 6-10PM TICKET

    6:00-6:15pm - Arrive for Check-In at Küsterer Brauhaus

    6:15-6:45pm - Meet your guide & Complimentary snack at Küsterer Brauhaus

    7:00pm - Trolley Loading & Departure

    7:00-10:00pm - Trolley ride with possible stops at Christkindl Markt, The Christmas Lite Show at LMCU Ballpark, East Grand Rapids Christmas Tree or Rosa Parks Circle.

    *2 bathroom stops along the way

    10:00pm - Trolley arrives back to Küsterer Brauhaus & Event Ends