This year in Greater Lansing brings in new festivals and restaurants, exciting activities and celebrations, fun-filled things to do and more. Read on for all the happenings around the region!
Lansing Olive Burger Festival
Michigan's first-ever Olive Burger Festival is coming to Lansing in June! For over 100 years this burger has been a staple throughout the region.
Lansing Wine Festival
The Lansing Wine Fest will be held in July at the front concourse at Jackson® Field™, home to the Lansing Lugnuts.
The Best of Lansing
A new festival featuring the best of the best. From artists and creatives to retail shops and restaurants, the influencers, changemakers, and…
Blend Superfood Cafe & Coffee
We are mostly organic, somewhat local, and 100% motivated to provide some nutritious love! Offering coffee drinks such as lattes, mochas…
Read MoreJoe's On Jolly
Familiar faces. Innovative flavors. Enjoy an elevated spin on the classic bar menu with local ingredients and new-age plates. Come as you are in…
Read MoreLansing Shuffle
Seven restaurants. Five shuffleboard courts. Two full-service bars. A lounge. And a riverfront patio. Introducing riverfront's newest addition, a…
Read MoreCraft Beverage Pass
Use this free gamified experience at over 20 Greater Lansing businesses. Find deals and discounts, earn prizes and enjoy craft beverages.
Learn MoreLove Lansing Experience Pass
Check into our don’t-miss top attractions to earn points, discover discounts and earn prizes.
Learn MoreCooking Classes
Increase your cultural awareness and discover a new bonding experience. Whether your skills are advanced or a bit on the beginner side, learning…
Read MoreFoodie Events
These events are sure to keep any and all foodie's taste buds interested with deliciously varied tastings.
Read MoreHotels With Pools
When it’s time to pack up the family and head for a stay in Michigan’s capital region, you may want to look for a hotel that offers something…
Read MoreBeaches & Swimming
Head to Lake Lansing for a great beach experience or to Sleepy Hollow State Park where they have a swimming beach at Lake Ovid plus a beach…
Read MoreExplore two levels of hands-on exhibits!
Visitors of all ages will enjoy their hands on exhibits and have fun playing while learning basic science principles.
Read MoreSensory Friendly Hours
Explore your Science Center with select exhibits altered to reduce sounds, scents, and lighting stimuli. Guests can expect a limited building…
Read MoreTailgating Tips
Coming to town for a Spartan Football game? Use these 5 tips for a great MSU experience!
Read MoreDowntown Social District
Sip and Stroll through Lansing's Downtown Social Districts - Old Town, Downtown Lansing, and REO Town.
Read MoreHeritage Hall
The 40,000-square-foot, underground welcome center is full of new features and historical exhibits to enhance your experience.
Read MoreVisit the State Capitol
This is a great place to explore, from the unique dome, to the glass floor and many more bits of history everyone in the family is sure to walk…
Read MoreLansing Lugnuts
This spring fans can score popular theme nights like Harry Potter, Marvel Super Heroes, Thirsty Thursdays and more. End the evening with a laser…
Read MoreLugnuts Schedule
Find promotions, entertainment and seemingly endless fun going on between innings.
Read MoreBull's Eye Axe Throwing (BEAT)
Bull’s Eye Axe Throwing is Lansing’s first indoor axe throwing venue! Whether you are a first timer looking to try axe throwing, an experienced…
Read MoreHigh Caliber Karting and Entertainment
At High Caliber Karting we want you to "Punch Bordom in the Face"! this indoor sports complex located in Okemos has a little something for…
Read MoreLaunch Lansing
Launch Lansing is the premier Family Entertainment destination in the Greater Lansing Area. At Launch, we have over 15,000 sq ft. of connected…
Read MoreThe Pod Escape Room
Creative escape games is located in West Lansing! Offering three games at easy to medium difficulty levels for ages 10 and up. Current rooms are…
Read MoreZap Zone Lansing
Zap Zone is Lansing's premier family fun center. Our 30,000 square foot building is home to laser tag, indoor mini-golf, bumper cars, a bounce…
Read MoreLansing Juneteenth 30th Anniversary Celebration
Since 1993, the Lansing Juneteenth Celebration has served as a respected voice in the community, with the city of Lansing as its backdrop.
Read More517 Juneteenth
Juneteenth Weekend in REO Town offers a variety of events and activities highlighting a range of black-local artists and art forms, black-owned…
Read MoreAll Around the African World Museum and Resource Center
The All Around the African World Museum and Resource Center through pictures, artifacts, printed material and displays, the African presence in…
Read MoreMichigan History Center and Archives of Michigan
The Michigan History Center includes the Michigan History Museum, the Archives of Michigan and the Museum Store. The museum tells the stories of…
Read MoreNokomis Cultural Heritage Center
A Native American Cultural Center that focuses on indigenous Great Lakes history and culture, past to present day. The gallery/museum is filled…
Read MoreLansing River Trail
This 20+ mile trail traces the banks of the Grand and Red Cedar Rivers and winds through artsy neighborhoods, historic sites and activities of…
Read MoreRiver Town Adventures
Local outfitter River Town Adventures offers options from beginner’s paddle in the Grand River in downtown Lansing to hours-long adventures on…
Read MorePotter Park Zoo
Potter Park Zoo is open year-round! It is home to over 160 species of animals, many of which are threatened or endangered, including Amur tigers…
Read MoreSensory Friendly Activities
Thematic FALCONERS events are held each month throughout the year and feature three hours of fun, educational and interactive activities with…
Read MoreSmall Town Charm
Find a genuine slice of Midwestern hospitality in Greater Lansing's nearby small towns!
Read MoreArtsy Neighborhoods
Find bright, colorful street art, sculptures and a plethora of galleries, theaters and cultural events.
Read MoreW.J. Beal Botanical Garden
Founded in 1873, is the oldest continuously operated garden of this type in the United States. It includes over 5,000 species organized in…
Read MoreMSU Horticulture Gardens
Stroll the 4-H Children's Garden and award winning horticultural gardens.
Read MoreShigematsu Memorial Garden
A peaceful space to stroll, sit and learn more about Japanese culture.
Read MoreVisit Michigan State University
From restaurants to attractions, find everything you need for your trip to MSU.
Read MoreMSU Dairy Store
Choose between 32 flavors of ice cream or choose cheese or yogurt. There is an observation deck to view the processing facilities. Best time to…
Read MoreMSU Attractions
MSU's campus is home to a nationally recognized museum, beautiful gardens, carillonneurs, Big Ten athletics, one of the nation's largest…
Read More21. Meander through a Nature Center
Fenner Nature Center
This interactive learning center appeals to both children and adults, making it ideal for families. It features a system of self-guided nature…
Read MoreHarris Nature Center
Surrounded by forests, meadows, over five miles of nature trails and a .75-mile paved loop, this nature center is set on the banks of the Red…
Read MoreWoldumar Nature Center
Conveniently located with easy access to major highways the quiet solitude of Woldumar Nature Center. Nestled along the Grand River, Woldumar…
Read MoreOld Town Shopping
Old Town is Lansing's original downtown and boutique district. Voted one of the top places to bring visitors and the winner of IKEA's Main Street…
Read MoreOld Town Galleries
Explore these galleries and find truly unique pieces of sculpture, jewelry or a treasured piece of art to adorn your walls.
Read MoreDisc and Foot Golf Courses
Offering top notch, championship level disc golf courses. The region has played host to numerous events and tournaments and luckily for you - you…
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