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Wonderland of Lights at Potter Park Zoo

Dec 05

Wonderland of Lights at Potter Park Zoo

Potter Park Zoo

Prepare to be dazzled at Potter Park Zoo’s 32nd annual Wonderland of Lights! The Wonderland is open from 5-8 p.m. every…

Dec 06, 2024 - Dec 29, 2024

A Very Williamston Christmas

Williamston Theatre

Dec 06, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024

Holiday Nights of Lights

Frances Park

Dec 07, 2024

Old Town Krampusnacht

Three 2024 Visitor Information Guides being held up in front of the Michigan State Capitol building

Get Your Visitor Inspiration Guide!

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

Ladies toasting

The Greater Lansing Craft Beverage Pass

Visit craft breweries, wineries, and distilleries all throughout Greater Lansing and earn prizes! Sip, Sip, Hooray! Get…