Things to Do with Kids in East Lansing, MI

  • TripBuzz found 45 things to do with kids in or near East Lansing, Michigan, including 29 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lansing, Okemos and Howell.
  • From Spartan Stadium to Pinball Pete's, the East Lansing area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Theaters, Gardens and Sports Stadiums (Professional).
  • Located directly east of Lansing lies the city of East Lansing, Michigan. The city is most popularly known for being home to the beautiful Michigan State University Campus, and offers a thriving residential and tourism landscape. Students, locals and visitors can enjoy the city's many neighborhoods, many of which are historical, as well as the local culture. Popular attractions include the local botanical gardens, museums and golf.
  • TripBuzz found 45 things to do with kids in or near East Lansing, Michigan, including 29 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Lansing, Okemos and Howell.
  • From Spartan Stadium to Pinball Pete's, the East Lansing area offers 50 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Theaters, Gardens and Sports Stadiums (Professional).
  • Located directly east of Lansing lies the city of East Lansing, Michigan. The city is most popularly known for being home to the beautiful Michigan State University Campus, and offers a thriving residential and tourism landscape. Students, locals and visitors can enjoy the city's many neighborhoods, many of which are historical, as well as the local culture. Popular attractions include the local botanical gardens, museums and golf.
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3.8 Miles
100% 9 votes
Parks 1601 E Cavanaugh Road, Lansing, MI 48951 MoreLess Info
Offering a variety of outdoor activities, Hawk Island County Park contains a lake for fishing and a forest containing trails. The park also has a playground, bike trail, running track, and a picnic area.
4.1 Miles
93% 142 votes
History Museums 702 W. Kalamazoo Street, Lansing, MI 48909 MoreLess Info
In the heart of downtown Lansing, the Michigan Historical Museum presents exhibits and events that detail over a thousand years of local history, from early First Nations artifacts to recent events. The museum welcomes school tours and other large groups.
6.0 Miles
85% 13 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3998 Van Atta Rd., Okemos, MI 48864 MoreLess Info
The historic Harris Nature Center is a nature center that has the mission of protecting, promoting, and interpreting the Red Cedar River and the surrounding ecosystem. The center has a number of trails that can be used for running.
6.3 Miles
36% 11 votes
Movie Theaters 200 E Edgewood Blvd, Lansing, MI 48911 MoreLess Info
Celebration Cinema is a multiplex movie theater that features IMAX and 3D movies. The theater features D-Box motion seats and airs first run and classic films along with live broadcasts of Metropolitan Opera events.
25.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Camping Site 6197 N Burkhart Road, Howell, MI 48855 MoreLess Info
Taylor's Beach Campground is a family campground on Cook Lake with overnight, weekly, monthly, and yearly rentals. The campground offers shuffleboard, horseshoes, volleyball, basketball, natural trails, paddleboats, fishing, and an arcade room.
26.1 Miles
56% 61 votes
Family Fun Center 1800 N Burkhart Rd., Howell, MI 48855 MoreLess Info
Family-friendly entertainment and amusement is provided at Castaway Play that offers a large indoor play structure, bounce houses, an extensive laser tag arena, arcade, and on-site cafe. The entertainment complex also has party packages for birthdays.
27.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Farms & Ranches 2960 Cedar Lake Road, Howell, MI 48843 MoreLess Info
Situated on 20 acres of farmland, Broadacres Farms For Kids has barns to explore, hay and trail rides, and farm animals to pet. The farm hosts a horse riding summer camp for children.
28.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
Theaters 1400 W Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI 48843 MoreLess Info
The Community Theatre of Howell is a dramatic performance troupe that welcomes auditions from community members. The theater puts on a variety of shows throughout the year, and offers acting classes.
29.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Specialty Museums 128 Wetmore Street, Howell, MI 48843 MoreLess Info
The historic Howell Depot Museum is built around the original railroad depot that was established in 1886. The museum itself houses numerous artifacts from the late 1800s and a train caboose from 1888 which is included in standard tours.
29.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Movie Theaters 315 E Grand River Avenue, Howell, MI 48843 MoreLess Info
The latest renovation of Howell Theater has preserved the institution's 87 year historic past. Cinemaphiles will appreciate viewing digital screenings in surround sound of independent and classic films or seeing live entertainment for community events.
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