GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — New data from Experience Grand Rapids shows that more and more tourists continue to flock to Grand Rapids.

Some from out of town showed up at the ‘Halfway’ celebration of ArtPrize Friday night.

Ava VanDoorne was all in supporting her cousin Chloe as she competes in this year's ArtPrize.

“She's actually in ArtPrize. She has a painting over at Zeal Aerial Fitness," VanDoorne said. "Very proud of her.”

The Halftime show featured food trucks, art tents and live music.

Some folks, like Pam Mack, a Weberville resident, came from outside town.

“People from not only Grand Rapids, but the entire state come here," Mack said. "I mean, look at all the artists and how varied they are and where they come from, and then their families come, and their friends come, and it's jus

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