After a long-standing tradition that became a staple for the region's golf enthusiasts, the West Michigan Golf Show has announced it will be retiring from the fairways of event hosting. Sources confirm that the popular golf show, which took place annually at DeVos Place in downtown Grand Rapids, will cease operations after 24 years. WOODTV reports the event's recent struggles and inability to continue producing a show that meets the expectations of exhibitors and patrons as the primary reasons for its closure.
The West Michigan Golf Show has been a highlight for local golfers, showcasing a variety of dealers, courses, and resorts, besides hosting notable golf personalities like Jim Flick and Michael Breed over the years. Despite the evident enthusiasm and commitment from the organizers, the challenges faced in the recent period were too significant; consequently, the last show was held in February 2025, as relayed by the show's Facebook announcement and covered in a news piece by WZZM13.
The decision to close down this cherished event is not without sentiment from the organizing staff. In a poignant Facebook post retrieved by West Michigan Golf Show, as noted by WZZM13, they expressed gratitude for the friendships formed and the role they've played in bolstering the golf industry in West Michigan. "We are thankful for the hundreds of friendships forged in the last 24 years and we are proud of the part we played in the West Michigan golf industry. We will miss all of it and wish you all the best!"
