When you plan your next meeting or conference in Greater Lansing, you’re not just selecting a venue; you’re choosing a community. Incorporating Lansing’s locally owned, small businesses into your event adds authenticity, flavor, and heart. Think locally roasted coffee breaks, hand-crafted attendee gifts, homegrown entertainment, and custom décor inspired by the region…
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Planning an event in Michigan’s capital region gives you a head start: walkable streets, unique venues, and a hospitality ecosystem ready to shine. But to make your meeting unforgettable, you’ll want to weave in these five trends and tap local assets to bring them to life…
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Greater Lansing is home to exceptional hotels and convention centers, but sometimes, a meeting calls for something a little more memorable. Whether you’re looking to spark creativity, impress clients, or give your attendees a taste of local flavor, Lansing offers an array of distinctive and unconventional venues that go beyond the expected…
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Hosting a meeting or conference in East Lansing means less time commuting and more time connecting—everything is right within walking distance. When it comes to planning a memorable and seamless event, location and walkability are everything, and downtown East Lansing delivers both in spades. With…
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In the fast-paced world of meetings, conventions, and events, staying ahead of the curve means embracing innovation. At Choose Lansing, we’ve talked with clients firsthand about how Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the event planning landscape, making it smarter, faster, and more…
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When it comes to planning a successful meeting or convention, two goals are always top of mind: boosting attendance and staying within budget. Fortunately, if you're hosting your event in Lansing, Michigan, both are more achievable than you might think. Here are five smart strategies meeting planners can use to help maximize both value and turnout. …
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Thirteen participating countries, nearly 800 teams, and approximately 10,000 visitors to East Lansing, Michigan. Choose Lansing, along with Michigan State University and many local partners, was excited to host the 45th annual Odyssey of the Mind World Finals this year! The week before Memorial Day…
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When it comes to planning a successful meeting, conference, or weekend getaway, convenience is key. And Lansing, Michigan, delivers it in every step. Literally. Lansing’s compact, walkable downtown makes it easy for visitors to park once and explore…
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The past few years have underscored just how quickly the meetings and tourism landscape can shift. From economic uncertainty to changing traveler expectations, both destination organizations and meeting planners have been navigating unsettled times together. That’s why annual events like the…
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As the world moves toward more sustainable practices, attendees are increasingly seeking events that align with their environmental values. Greater Lansing, MI, offers a range of options for hosting sustainable meetings and events, with a strong emphasis on minimizing environmental impact while maximizing attendee experience…
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