CTA Newsletter
April 2023
Join us for the Greater Lansing CVB & Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce Joint Mixer on May 9, 2023 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Jackson Field, home of the Lansing Lugnuts, at 501 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing.
This event is sponsored by Tri-Star Trust Bank.
We have curated the best craft breweries, artisan distilleries and boutique wineries in Michigan’s Capital region so that you can sip, savor and discover your favorite craft beverage. Find one-stop access to deals and discounts as you check in, accumulate points, and win fun prizes including decals and exclusive 16 oz mugs.
Take your taste buds on a tour with the Greater Lansing Craft Beverage Pass. Sip, sip hooray!
The GLSA is proud to be recognized along with our partners at West Michigan Sports Commission & Visit Muskegon for the partnership created in hosting the Junior Gold Bowling Youth Championships in 2022! Thank you to TICOM for the Governor’s Award for Innovative Tourism Collaboration.
Upcoming Events
The 8th Annual Beerfest at the Ballpark is on April 22nd from 3pm to 8pm. (VIP at 2pm). BATB is an…
The MSU Spring 2023 Commencement is happening the first weekend in May! Everything you need to plan, from group dining to things to do in East Lansing, is at the Michigan State University section of our website.
Advanced Degrees: Friday, May 5, 2023
Professional Degrees: Thursday, May 4 – Friday, May 5, 2023 and Friday, May 12 – Saturday, May 13, 2023
Baccalaureate Degrees: Friday, May 5 – Sunday, May 7, 2023
As of April 11, the Lansing Lugnuts baseball season is officially underway! Check out the season’s schedule and grab your tickets!
Photo Credit: Alfred Laurence - Beige Planet Photography
April is Autism Acceptance Month, a great time to share all of the sensory-friendly and accessible activities in the Lansing area. From sensory-friendly movie showings at Celebration! Cinema to sensory-friendly hours at Impression 5, there’s plenty to choose from.
Learn More
The March “What Am I?” picture was the giant mouth at Impression 5 Science Center. Congratulations to Amanda Toy and Katie Kiter for the correct answer!
For April, the 3rd and 6th people to email Anne Lavender at alavender@lansing.org will win a prize!
Lansing is the first AbleVu Accessible Certified Destination in the United States! AbleVu provides know-before-you-go information and virtual tours to make tourism and destinations more accessible for all.
Featured Events
Bad Brewing Summer Block Party
We're excited to come to back to Bad Brewing for their Summer Block Party! Catch us live from 1 to 4pm!
Pumpstock Music Festival
Lansing Beerfest
The Greater Lansing Convention & Visitors Bureau is proud to bring this exciting certification program to our region. The program strives to inspire and motivate our front-line employees and volunteers to turn every visitor encounter into a positive experience!
Read MoreIn Case You Missed It
How to Take Advantage of Free Convention Services to Produce Your Best Event
Destination convention services are a largely untapped resource for meeting and convention planners…
Top Spots to Take the Kids to Eat in Lansing
Looking for family-friendly dining in the Lansing area? We've chosen some of…
Fun Activities for the Grownups in Greater Lansing
Sometimes being a grownup is hard. Having to get up, get the kids to school, get yourself to work…
Lansing Patio Dining 2023
Make the most of the warmer weather by enjoying your food and libations al fresco…
The Meeting & Event Industry is Evolving; Here’s How CVBs Can Help
While many in the hospitality industry have celebrated the return of in-person events, the past few…
10 Spots to Watch the Game
Wherever you end up, the game promises to be a good one. And although you may not be in the stands…
Karaoke in Lansing Michigan
Have you ever wondered about the psychology behind karaoke? It's quite the puzzle because right…