Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bay City, MI

  • The list below includes 73 free or cheap things to do in or near Bay City, Michigan, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Bowling, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Riverwalk Pier to Wenonah Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bay City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Midland, Saginaw, Frankenmuth and Caseville.
  • The list below includes 73 free or cheap things to do in or near Bay City, Michigan, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Bowling, History Museums and Parks.
  • From Riverwalk Pier to Wenonah Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bay City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Midland, Saginaw, Frankenmuth and Caseville.
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10.1 Miles
75% 4 votes
Bowling 3750 Bay Road, Saginaw, MI 48603 MoreLess Info
Stardust Lanes is a bowling alley with over 30 bowling lanes. After dark, cosmic bowling with glow-in-the-dark balls becomes available. They also have two bars that serve craft beer and a full arcade with over 50 games to choose from.
11.3 Miles
- 0 votes
Music Venue 201 N Washington Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48607 MoreLess Info
Featuring the works of Mozart, Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra performs a wide range of classical music under the direction of an experienced musical director. The orchestra hosts family movie nights that feature music from Harry Potter and Frozen.
11.4 Miles
100% 23 votes
Children's Museums 315 West Genesee Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48602 MoreLess Info
Featuring hands-on exhibits for children, Mid-Michigan Children's Museum's exhibits include a pneumatic tube system, art area, sugar farm gallery, car works exhibit and an energy exhibit powered by dancing. The museum has a lunch room and a comfort station.
11.5 Miles
92% 53 votes
Historic Sites 500 Federal, Saginaw, MI 48607 MoreLess Info
Castle Museum is a timeless, historical institution that has lecture series with local experts, exhibits, and annual festivals. These are the following exhibitions they show at their museum: signature, temporary, stand-alone, past, upcoming, and virtual. They have been nationally award for best practices.
12.5 Miles
79% 53 votes
National & State Parks Lake Township, Caseville, MI MoreLess Info
The Albert E. Sleeper State Park is spread out across 723 acres of forest, wetlands, sandy beaches and dunes. The area is also home to over four miles of hiking trails as well as a campground.
12.6 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 1216 Court Street, Saginaw, MI 48602 MoreLess Info
Saginaw's Court Street Theatre Inc is a historic movie theater in an art deco style building that dates back to 1938. The theater charges five dollars a seat, and shows a variety of films.
12.7 Miles
86% 7 votes
National & State Parks 1574 S Washington Ave, Saginaw, MI 48601 MoreLess Info
A historic and family-friendly community park, Hoyt Park offers a wide selection of activities and amenities. The park features six softball fields, walking trails and a winter ice rink with skate rentals and hot cocoa.
12.7 Miles
100% 5 votes
Monuments 1574 S Washington Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48605 MoreLess Info
Guests can visit a memorial that honors the military men and women of Saginaw at the Saginaw Veterans Memorial Plaza. The memorial sells bricks to be placed in the memorial with the name and branch of service of fallen soldiers.
13.0 Miles
88% 16 votes
Cultural Centers 120 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw, MI 48601 MoreLess Info
Looking out over a formal garden, the Andersen Enrichment Center can provide accommodations for up to 150 people. The center also hosts the annual summer art fair, holiday art fair, jazz concerts, and exhibitions by local artists.
13.0 Miles
83% 24 votes
Gardens 527 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw, MI 48601 MoreLess Info
At Japanese Cultural Center, visitors can stroll through the three acres of garden; which includes a bridge, paths, and cherry trees. The center has an authentic Japanese tea house where visitors can experience a tea ceremony with a docent.
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