Trivia & Toasts: A Cozy NYE Celebration!
Dec
31
to Jan 1

Trivia & Toasts: A Cozy NYE Celebration!

Gather your team, play some trivia, and stick around for our countdown party filled with extra puzzles, giveaways, and a warm celebration to welcome 2025!

Do you have your ticket to Trivia & Toasts for NYE?! Don't miss out on this cozy tradition!

Your $45 ticket includes:
• Trivia plus top-tier prizes for the winning teams
• Giveaways of big-ticket items including date nights, memberships, parties, Chef's Tables, tours, and more!
• Complimentary pudding shots (both boozy and non-boozy versions available)
• Complimentary champagne toast at midnight (with a non-alcoholic option for those who prefer it)
• Food buffet
• Optional scavenger hunt puzzle game
• Free parking
• AND MORE!

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Mall Madness: A 1980’s Murder Mystery
Jan
19
7:00 PM19:00

Mall Madness: A 1980’s Murder Mystery

Bitchin!

It’s like, 1985, and there has been a mega-mysterious wave of murders and close-calls at the local mall. You and your rad team of detectives must solve the crime before the cursed mall closes its doors for good.

Grab your jazzercize spandex and yuppy sweaters, and join House Rules Lounge and Betka-Pope Productions for an excited 1980’s-themed murder mystery party!

Each team is are supplied with a handful of tools, clues, and suspects, but they will need to search the space to find more hints, uncover more mysteries, and catch the murderer before they strike again. The first team of detectives to crack the case will receive a hefty reward.

Assemble your team of 2-6 detectives to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and solve the case of “Mall Madness.”

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The Trouble With Time: A Family-Friendly Time-Travelling Mystery
Apr
13
1:00 PM13:00

The Trouble With Time: A Family-Friendly Time-Travelling Mystery

Calling all time-detectives!

A mysterious villain has discovered a hidden time machine, and has been traveling through time stealing precious artifacts in human history. We need you and your team of detectives to crack the case before the treasured antiques are lost forever! 

Join this family-friendly adventure and follow the clues, solve the puzzles, and be the first team to catch the time-travelling bandit! Dressing up in steampunk attire is encouraged, but not required.

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Queer Art Mart: A Pre-Pride Market
Apr
27
3:00 PM15:00

Queer Art Mart: A Pre-Pride Market

Join Betka-Pope Productions and local queer and allied artists to gear up for the 2025 Pride Season!

Featuring pride apparel and accessories to wear all year long, 2SLGBTQ+ inspired art to brighten your space, and other queer-made items and gifts for everyone on your list, this free festival will also include food trucks, drag performances, music, and more.

Location: Fulton St. Market

Vendor applications open February 1-28th. Learn more about all our 2025 markets HERE!

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Deadly Disco: Murder Mystery On The Dance Floor
Aug
10
7:00 PM19:00

Deadly Disco: Murder Mystery On The Dance Floor

What’s your 20, man?

There have been some real far out murders and funky happenings here at Disco 404. Can you and your team of detectives help catch the culprit before everything comes to a head during the last song? 

Join House Rules Lounge and Betka-Pope Productions for groovy murder mystery party as you solve puzzles, follow clues, and work to be the first team of detectives to crack the case. Dressing in your swankiest 1970’s garb is encouraged!

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Halloween Bash at The Market
Oct
5
3:00 PM15:00

Halloween Bash at The Market

A scary good time.

Now in its fifth year, the Halloween Bash at the Market brings local artists together for a celebration of the harvest season! This free, family-friendly event features 100 vendors, food trucks, entertainment, kid’s activities, Goblin Lane Youth Market, and more! Get into the Halloween spirit while supporting local!

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Masquerade of Malice: A Murder Mystery In Disguise
Nov
2
7:00 PM19:00

Masquerade of Malice: A Murder Mystery In Disguise

Which masked-malefactor is the murderer?

You and your team of detectives receive a curious invitation to a lavish party called the Masquerade of Malice. As soon as you arrive, the mysteries begin to unravel, leaving threats, murder, and even more questions in their wake. Can your team get to the bottom of this rabbit hole first? Or will the masked murderer get away with their crimes once again? 

Solve puzzles, follow clues, and watch your steps… this is a murder mystery unlike any other you’ve played.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Dec
16
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge
Dec
9
8:00 PM20:00

Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!!!

December’s Trivi-YAH is running on the 2nd Monday due to the holiday.

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Registration opens at 8:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 9:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Queerly Beloved: A Community Wedding
Dec
8
4:00 PM16:00

Queerly Beloved: A Community Wedding

Queerly beloved, we are gathering together in solidarity to celebrate love! 

With the recent results of the presidential election, many 2SLGBTQ+ partnerships are moving up plans to marry, leaving little to no room to organize a wedding celebration. After seeing the tremendous outpouring of support in offering last-minute wedding services, Betka-Pope Productions has partnered up with The Pyramid Scheme to host this community wedding, in which 10 nearly-weds will exchange vows, choose a short, personal wedding ceremony led by an experienced officiant, and celebrate with a reception without any cost to them.

Want to learn more or get involved? CLICK HERE

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Cabaret Night at Pux Cider: The Night You Were Born
Dec
6
8:00 PM20:00

Cabaret Night at Pux Cider: The Night You Were Born

It's our last Cabaret Night @ Pux of the year!

Join Betka-Pope Productions for this popular quarterly fundraiser! Featuring live music, comedy, burlesque and other acts, we’re bringing back the variety, talent, and brassiness of a classic cabaret. There will also be chances to donate to BPP to continue our mission of bringing new opportunities to local artists.

Several rotating options of PUX Ciders will be available on tap, as well as cheese boards from The Cheese Lady.

About The Night You Were Born:

We’re surfing the decades with this cabaret that shines the spotlight on material inspired by the year the performers were born. PLUS special surprises, a visit from Gay Santa, and more!

Doors open at 7:00pm

Show starts at 8:00pm

FREE (donations encouraged)

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Dec
2
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Small Business Saturday!
Nov
30
6:00 AM06:00

Small Business Saturday!

We are moving into our FIFTH year as a production company- and we couldn’t have done it without all of you!

Here are three ways to support BPP on Small Business Saturday this year:

DONATE
It costs more than just time to bring these events to life. Donate to help keep our projects going!

SHOP
We’ve partnered with Catalyst Print Solutions to create some fun merch…so when you buy our gear, you’re actually supporting TWO queer-owned small businesses in one purchase. NEAT!

HIRE US
Tours and hosting and workshops, oh my! Hire Betka-Pope Productions to make your next event more memorable and unique!

Questions? Email us at betkapopeproductions@gmail.com

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Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge
Nov
25
8:00 PM20:00

Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!!!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Registration opens at 8:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 9:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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The Wicked Party!
Nov
24
6:00 PM18:00

The Wicked Party!

WELCOME TO THE WICKED PARTY!

“It's just life, so keep dancing through.”

Sunday, November 24 @ 7:00pm
Celebration Cinema: Studio Park

Join us for a night of movie-watching, comraderie, and fun! Your ticket includes admission to the party, a seat in the movie theatre, and entry to the costume contest.

Space is limited to 75 seats.

  • 6:00-6:45 Meet up outside on the Lawn
    (or lobby, weather pending)

  • 6:30 Theatre doors open

  • 6:50 Costume Contest

  • 7:00 Movie begins (with trailers)

The Wicked Party Ticket
sold out
The Wicked Party Ticket
$20.00
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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Nov
18
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Nov
4
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge
Oct
28
8:00 PM20:00

Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!!!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Registration opens at 8:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 9:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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The Puzzle Killer: A Murder Mystery at House Rules
Oct
27
7:00 PM19:00

The Puzzle Killer: A Murder Mystery at House Rules

It’s October of 1928, and there has been a string of murders at House Rules, a speakeasy in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. Fearful of what might become of their business, the owners bring in teams of private detectives (2-6 players) who will work to decode the curious puzzles left by a clever serial killer the papers are calling: The Puzzle Killer...

Join House Rules Lounge and Betka-Pope Productions for a thrilling 1920s-themed murder mystery party on Sunday, October 27th. Put on your best flapper dresses and gangster suits as you step back in time to a speakeasy in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids.

Tickets are $20 per person and include a special themed drink and appetizers.

The teams are supplied with a handful of tools, clues, and suspects, but they will need to search the space to find more hints, uncover more mysteries, and catch the murderer before they strike again. The first team of detectives to crack the case will receive a hefty reward.

Assemble your team of 2-6 detectives to solve puzzles, uncover clues, and crack the case of the cunning "Puzzle Killer" by signing up HERE

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Halloweeen Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Oct
21
7:00 PM19:00

Halloweeen Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

This special Halloween edition of Trvi-YAH will feature multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, grab-bag, audio, and visual questions all about spooky season.

Dress to impress, as we'll have a costume contest with extra prizes for the best-dressed!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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GR Haunted Tour (Special Public Tour)
Oct
18
8:00 PM20:00

GR Haunted Tour (Special Public Tour)

GHOSTS! CRYPTIDS! URBAN LEGENDS!

Uncover ghost stories, urban legends, and paranormal secrets hidden in the shadows of Downtown Grand Rapids on this wickedly funny, hauntingly memorable walking tour.

Join host Eirann Betka-Pope as you uncover the ghost stories, urban legends, and paranormal secrets hidden in the shadows of Downtown Grand Rapids on this wickedly funny, hauntingly memorable walking tour.

This 2-hour tour is ages 21+ and takes place within the refreshment zones of Grand Rapids. There will be a chance to purchase alcoholic beverages before and during the tour.

Your ticket includes admission and a trick-or-treat tour bag! The tour will begin and end just outside of Apartment Lounge (33 Sheldon Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503)

(Can’t make it? Book a private tour! Visit our GR Tours Page)

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Oct
7
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge
Sep
23
8:00 PM20:00

Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!!!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Registration opens at 8:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 9:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Cabaret Night at Pux Cider: Villain's Night
Sep
20
8:00 PM20:00

Cabaret Night at Pux Cider: Villain's Night

It’s giving evil, and we’re here for it. This cabaret will highlight the best of the best from the worst of the worst!

Join Betka-Pope Productions for this popular quarterly fundraiser! Featuring live music, comedy, burlesque and other acts, we’re bringing back the variety, talent, and brassiness of a classic cabaret. There will also be chances to donate to BPP to continue our mission of bringing new opportunities to local artists and unique events to Grand Rapids!

Several rotating options of PUX Ciders will be available on tap, as well as cheese boards from The Cheese Lady.

Doors: 7:00pm
Show: 8:00pm

Interested in performing?
Virtual Auditions/Casting: August 15-30

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Sep
16
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Sep
2
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge
Aug
26
8:00 PM20:00

Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!!!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Registration opens at 8:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 9:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Aug
19
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Aug
5
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge
Jul
22
8:00 PM20:00

Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!!!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Registration opens at 8:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 9:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Jul
15
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Jul
1
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge
Jun
24
8:00 PM20:00

Trivi-YAH at Apartment Lounge

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!!!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Registration opens at 8:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 9:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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Trivi-YAH @ House Rules
Jun
17
7:00 PM19:00

Trivi-YAH @ House Rules

WHEN I SAY TRIVI…
YOU SAY YAH!

Welcome to Trivi-YAH! Our regulars call it, “The best trivia night in Grand Rapids.” We call it our passion. Join us for four rounds of general questions and big fun!

Tables and registration open at 6:00pm
Trivi-YAH starts at 7:00pm sharp!

This FREE event fills up quickly, so arrive early! There are no table reservations available.

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