River Rally 2024 will take place at the L.V. Eberhard Center at Grand Valley State University, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The network will gather from Monday, May 13 to Thursday, May 16, on the banks of the Grand River.

Parking at the Eberhard Center

River Rally attendees can park at the GVSU Fulton Lot, located at 312 W Fulton St, Grand Rapids, MI 49504, which is a short walk away from the Eberhard Center by walking path. This lot will be available for River Rally attendees during the event, including those joining us for the Welcome Reception and celebration in the park. If you require special parking accommodations due to mobility constraints, please contact us, and we can provide assistance with obtaining the necessary permits.

Please note that the Eberhard Center parking lot directly in front of the building is permit-only. Attendees parking in this lot without a permit risk being towed

Conference Center, Hotels, and Travel

The closest airport to the L.V. Eberhard Center and surrounding hotels is the Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). It is approximately 15 miles southeast of downtown Grand Rapids, and 20-25 minutes from the River Rally venue and both hotel options.

River Rally participants are responsible for booking their own lodging. River Network has secured room blocks at 2 hotels, both within walking distance of the River Rally venue. These hotel blocks always fill up, so book your stay early! 

Holiday Inn Grand Rapids Downtown

$149 per night, plus tax. This hotel is a 3-minute walk (.15 miles) from the entrance to the Eberhard Center.  The hotel also offers a shuttle, from 7am – 10:30pm, which will take you anywhere within a 2-mile radius of the hotel.

Click here to make a reservation online.

Courtyard Grand Rapids Downtown – Conference Block Full