Things to Do with Kids in Lansing, MI

  • TripBuzz found 44 things to do with kids in or near Lansing, Michigan, including 24 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like East Lansing and Okemos.
  • From Potter Park Zoo to Spare Time Entertainment Center, the Lansing area offers 47 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • The capital of Michigan, Lansing is one of the largest cities in the state. Just minutes from Michigan State University, the city is rich in arts, history and culture. This includes a local orchestra, theater, ballet and dance company. Visitors and residents of Lansing can also enjoy an array of educational programs and opportunities such as a children's science center and zoo.
  • TripBuzz found 44 things to do with kids in or near Lansing, Michigan, including 24 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like East Lansing and Okemos.
  • From Potter Park Zoo to Spare Time Entertainment Center, the Lansing area offers 47 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Movie Theaters, Hiking Trails and Family Fun Center.
  • The capital of Michigan, Lansing is one of the largest cities in the state. Just minutes from Michigan State University, the city is rich in arts, history and culture. This includes a local orchestra, theater, ballet and dance company. Visitors and residents of Lansing can also enjoy an array of educational programs and opportunities such as a children's science center and zoo.
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Housemade Italian dishes such as fettuccine, spaghetti, and manicotti slathered in the Migaldi family’s secret-recipe sauce
2.8 Miles
89% 75 votes
Theaters 320 Wharton Center, East Lansing, MI 48824 MoreLess Info
East Lansing features the Wharton Center for Performing Arts at the Michigan State University. It includes the Cobb Great Hall, the Pasant Theatre, the MSU Concert Auditorium, and the Fairchild Theatre which host Broadway productions, dance companies, and classical musicians.
3.3 Miles
94% 47 votes
Sports Stadiums (Amateur) 534 Birch Rd, East Lansing, MI 48824 MoreLess Info
With a 15,000 seat arena, the Jack Breslin Student Events Center holds basketball games, concerts, and other events. The center also contains five private meeting rooms, two auxiliary gyms, and a concourse.
3.4 Miles
95% 63 votes
Gardens East Lansing, MI MoreLess Info
The 4-H Children's Gardens is an outdoor garden complex that is located inside Michigan State University. It is the best place where children can learn about botany and science. The garden also offers interactive activities that will teach students how to take care of their green thumbs.
3.7 Miles
58% 31 votes
Arcades 220 Albert Ave., East Lansing, MI 48823 MoreLess Info
With its 10,000 square foot facility, Pinball Pete's offers a large arcade area with a wide selection of pinball machines. Visitors can rent the entire facility for private events like birthday parties.
3.7 Miles
80% 20 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) Red Cedar Rd & Shaw Lane, East Lansing, MI 48826 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1923, Spartan Stadium is part of the Michigan State University campus and is home to Spartans Football. The stadium provides a seating capacity of nearly 75,000 along with luxury suites, club seating and office space.
3.7 Miles
100% 5 votes
Sports Stadiums (Professional) Michigan State University, 248 Jenison Field House, East Lansing, MI 48824 MoreLess Info
Home of the Michigan State University Spartans Hockey team, the Munn Ice Arena was built in 1974 for the express and exclusive purpose of hosting hockey. The facility seats 6470 guests.
3.8 Miles
96% 235 votes
Colleges & Universities East Lansing, MI MoreLess Info
The Michigan State University is a 5,200 acres open university that showcases interesting exhibits from horticultural gardens like the 4-H Children's Garden and museums where people can learn all about science, art and humanities.
4.0 Miles
84% 31 votes
Observatories & Planetariums Shaw Lane and Science Road, East Lansing, MI 48824 MoreLess Info
The University of Michigan in East Lansing features the Talbert and Leota Abrams Planetarium which focuses on astronomy and space science. The planetarium is available to the students as well as to the public, offering shows for all ages.
4.2 Miles
100% 4 votes
Gardens Michigan State University, Plant & Soil Science Bldg, East Lansing, MI 48823 MoreLess Info
Michigan State University Horticulture Gardens feature many different botanical gardens and even a children's garden, with a 7 acre arboretum and picnicking areas as well. They also offer group tours and occasionally hold special events.
4.2 Miles
50% 2 votes
Bowling 4722 W Grand River Avenue, East Lansing, MI 48823 MoreLess Info
MSU Union Spartan Lanes is a bowling alley that offers 16 lanes to bowl on and hosts private birthday parties, church outings, office events, and family reunions. The alley can accommodate parties up to 100 people.
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