GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — The 13 Weatherball at 13 ON YOUR SIDE, a beloved landmark in Grand Rapids, Michigan, celebrates its 20th anniversary this year. To mark the occasion, several local businesses have teamed up to create unique products that pay homage to the iconic weather beacon. Whether you're in the mood for a sweet treat, a new shirt, or a delicious adult beverage, you can celebrate a West Michigan icon with these local companies.
Got a hankering for something sweet? Starting Sunday, May 7th, Sprinkles Donut Shop, with six locations around West Michigan and more opening up, has created three special donuts inspired by the 13 Weatherball, so no matter the weather, you can find a color to match.
For those hoping for warmer weather ahead, there's the Weatherball Red donut: a cherry-filled, glazed Bismark donut.
When cooler weather is in view, there's the Weatherball Blue: a Blueberry filled Bismark with bright blue icing.
And when there's no change foreseen, you have a Weatherball Green: a Key Lime filled, glazed Bismark with green drizzled icing.
Find the location nearest to you and look for the 13 Weatherball to find the donuts.
Do you want your own 13 Weatherball shirt? The Mitten State, a Grand Rapids-based clothing company, has released a line of t-shirts celebrating the 13 Weatherball. These are available now. The "Weatherball-er" shirts feature a stylized design of the iconic 13 Weatherball lights in each of its three colors. They come in a variety of colors and sizes, making them the perfect addition to any Michigan wardrobe.
Whatever color you feel, red, blue, or green, there's a Weatherball shirt for you. With super soft, tri-blend shirts designed by The Mitten State.
Get your Weatherball-er shirt at themittenstate.com today!
The Mitten Brewing Company, known for its craft beer and gourmet pizza, has created a special beer called Weatherball Red Ale (ABV 5.4%). It will go on sale starting on the 13 Weatherball anniversary Sunday, May 7th. This beer is a hoppy red ale made with Michigan-grown hops. It is a light and easy drinking beer with subtle pine and tropical aromatics contributed by the hops. 13 ON YOUR SIDE Morning Meteorologist Samantha Jacques even had a hand in brewing it! You can grab a pint after May 7th on tap at the Mitten taproom.
The collaboration between The Mitten Brewing Company, Sprinkles Donut Shop, and The Mitten State is a testament to the enduring popularity of the 13 Weatherball. By creating unique products inspired by the Weatherball, these businesses are not only celebrating a local landmark, but also showcasing the creativity and ingenuity of the Grand Rapids community.
Whether you're sipping on a Weatherball Red Ale at The Mitten Brewing Company, enjoying a Weatherball donut at Sprinkles Donut Shop, or rocking a Weatherball t-shirt from The Mitten State, you'll be showing your love for the 13 Weatherball and all that it represents.