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Looking for a weekend road trip? Greater Lansing, Michigan, offers activities for all ages. The destination experts at Choose Lansing^® are happy to help you plan your next adventure!

Shop local, discover our many quaint surrounding communities, explore family-friendly activities, or book one of our hotels with pools, for a fun weekend getaway. Greater Lansing offers a diverse dining landscape that will not only satisfy your taste buds but also fit your lifestyle and budget!

Check out our Top Reasons to Visit to help you make the most of your time in Michigan's Capital City!

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Ice Cream Cone in front of the MSU Dairy Store

8 Iconic Foods You Have to Try in Greater Lansing

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Wondering what food Greater Lansing is known for? You've come to the right place. Our region…

Full crowd at Spartan Stadium

5 Tips for Attending a Michigan State Football Game

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Here in Greater Lansing, Fall means three things. Pumpkin picking, cider sipping and Michigan State…

Sparty, the MSU mascot, pushes a move-in bin filled with student belongings while cars with open trunks are parked in the background.

Moving Your Student into MSU? Here’s Your Essential Guide for Move-In Weekend

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It's MSU move-in day, you’ve packed the bins, found the dorm, and hauled everything up…

Dancers in the street with colorful clothes

Get Your Visitor Inspiration Guide!

Planning your trip to Greater Lansing is easy with your visitor inspiration guide. This comprehensive handbook shares…

Lansing Lugnuts Field

Ingham Tourism, Entertainment, Facilities & Arts Proposal

Building a better community for residents and visitors.

Farmers Markets at the Capitol

Aug 25

Farmers Markets at the Capitol

State Capitol Building

MIFMA’s Farmers Markets at the Capitol are a staple of downtown Lansing’s summer landscape. The markets offer the smell…

Aug 29, 2026

Burgdorf's Annual Harvest Celebration

Burgdorf's Winery & Tasting Room

Sep 04, 2026 - Nov 20, 2026

MSU Football @ Home

Sep 05, 2026 - Sep 06, 2026

Michigan Chicken Wing Festival

Louis F. Adado Riverfront Park

Choose Lansing - Plan On Something Greater