Free & Cheap Things to Do in East Lansing, MI

  • The list below includes 42 free or cheap things to do in or near East Lansing, Michigan, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Arcades.
  • From Michigan State University to 4-H Children's Garden, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Lansing and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lansing, Okemos and Howell.
  • The list below includes 42 free or cheap things to do in or near East Lansing, Michigan, including 51 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Gardens, Hiking Trails and Arcades.
  • From Michigan State University to 4-H Children's Garden, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in East Lansing and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lansing, Okemos and Howell.
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32.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Art Gallery 3750 Cleary Drive, Howell, MI 48843 MoreLess Info
Arthur Secunda Museum at Cleary University celebrates the international renown of one of Michigan's native artists. Visitors can view exhibits and artwork displays in different galleries, one of which highlights works by other Michigan artists.
32.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1700 N Wisner Street, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
A movie theater multiplex, Carmike Cinemas Plaza 8 shows primarily newly released Hollywood movies in digital video and sound. The theater offers discount matinees and a variety of promotions, and sells an array of concessions.
32.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1501 N Wisner Street, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
A movie theater with ten screens, Jackson 10 displays first-run feature films using digital projection. The theater also offers high-back chairs, closed captioning devices and a snack bar with food and drinks.
33.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Skating Rinks 1300 W North Street, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
The Optimist Ice Arena is an indoor ice skating rink that has daily open public skating times. Figure skating sessions are allowed, and there are year-round drop-in hockey times in addition to basic skating lessons.
33.2 Miles
75% 4 votes
Breweries 900 Lansing Ave, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
Bifferhaus Brewing Company is a microbrewery that makes a variety of beers, including a Raspberry Ale and an IPA. They host special events and present live music, and invite visitors to bring or order in their own food.
33.2 Miles
- 1 votes
Laser Tag 1313 W North Street, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
A roller skating rink and family fun center, Allskate Fun Center Inc also features laser tag and other activities. The center hosts lock-ins and themed party nights, as well, and offers skating lessons.
33.4 Miles
100% 1 votes
Bowling 3501 Wildwood Avenue, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
Featuring 60 lanes, Airport Lanes Bowling provides open bowling with a full-service pro shop. It has a lounge with adult beverages and sports programming, a Little Caesar's restaurant, pool tables, a performance stage and private event facilities.
33.5 Miles
92% 25 votes
Historic Prisons 100 Armory Ct., Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
Starting in Michigan Theatre and ending in the prison, Jackson Historic Prison Tours teaches sightseers the history of the cell block while guiding them through the jails and tunnels. Lunch at a local restaurant is included with the tour.
33.7 Miles
100% 2 votes
Bowling 3801 Ann Arbor Road, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
With the goal of providing a clean environment at an affordable price, Suburban Bowling Lanes is a bowling alley that is also a restaurant and bar. The alley features league bowling, family bowling, and an arcade.
33.7 Miles
50% 2 votes
Children's Play Area 1850 W Michigan Avenue, Jackson, MI 49202 MoreLess Info
At The Bounce Castle, kids can jump, climb, and slide to their heart's content on a variety of inflatable bounce houses and slides. The venue has party rooms where kids can have their birthday party event.
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