Lansing has 29+ pools, beaches, and splash pads!

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Walk or bike the path between the Michigan State Capitol and Michigan Justice Building.

Visit the Speedway to cheer the busses on or watch the crazy eights for a blast of a night.

Visit Uncle John’s Cider Mill to enjoy watching cider being made, walking around the orchards, hayrides, bouncing pillow, bounce houses, pick apples and more!

Walk the trails or explore in the welcome centers and nature playgrounds! Don’t miss the Maple Syrup (Spring) and Apple Butter (Fall) Festivals held every year at Fenner!

The MSU Children’s Garden Center/Horticulture Center  has storytimes, walks through the beautiful gardens, butterflies in the spring, and Holiday events in the winter are a few things you’ll love about visiting MSU outdoors!

Farmers Markets are a great way to get outside, support local businesses, and have some fun all at the same time.

Some of our favorite events during the summer happen outside at the MSU Broad Art Museum.

There are lots of stations for the kids during their “First Saturdays” and demonstrations that make this a great experience each time you visit.

We have so many outdoor festivals throughout the Greater Lansing area:

• Charlotte
• Old Town
• Downtown Lansing
• ReoTown
• East Lansing
• Grand Ledge
• St. Johns

Kayaking, canoeing, and SUP boarding are easy and fun in Lansing!

There are lots of places where you can rent plus many docking spots if you’ve got your own.

Hop on the river trail and trails all over the Greater Lansing area!

Need a bike? You can rent them from several places around town like Rivertown Adventures, Riverfront cycle, MSU Bikes, and more.

Feed the Koi fish in their outdoor pond at Preuss Pets during the warmer months.

Then visit all of the animals inside where you’ll find more fish to feed.

This place is a dream. It’s so much fun to visit no matter the time frame to spend.

You can also feed the koi fish at the Japanese gardens on LCC campus.

Go disk golfing aka frisbee golf.

This is SO MUCH FUN for the whole family.

Go play soccer at Beacon Field.

You can even play in the winter!

Visit one of Lansing’s beautiful gardens:

• MSU Horticultural Gardens & Greenhouses
• Cooley Law School Garden
• LCC Japanese Garden (Shigematsu Memorial Garden)

Enjoy horseback riding at Sundance Riding Stables and Northfork Farms and Outback.

Lessons, camps, day trips, and events are available year-round.

Stop by MSU to visit and feed the Horses.

Rain or shine these beauties will always love a visit from you and your family.

You can bring apples and carrots to feed them.

It’s a fun trip for kids of all ages.

U-Picking fruit is pretty popular around here and for good reason–it’s fun and delicious!

Go to Potter Park Zoo where year-round fun awaits!

Plus, if you’re an Ingham County Resident or travel with someone who is, you can see the animals for FREE on non-holiday Mondays from 9 am-Noon.

Capital Area Library members can also check out a Michigan Activity Pass for free visit & parking for the whole family.

Enjoy a hike or walk with the family at one of Lansing’s many parks & trails.

• Lansing River Trail
• Nature Centers
• Fitzgerald Park Ledges & Trails

 Visit the Brenke Fish Ladder, a peaceful spot to watch fish leap up the river.

The best part, you’re right there in Old Town, a great place to visit any time of year!

Come see a performance at the LCC Amphitheater.

These free summer plays are outdoors under the stars right outside of Dart Auditorium.

Looking for more theatrical fun ? LCC Theatre offers free tickets to the community for year-round performances.

Check out a concert in the park—the perfect way to kick-back, enjoy great music, and relax.

Grab the family, some snacks, a blanket and go have a great time!

Come enjoy one of the best highlights of the summer—a free outdoor movie.

Bring a blanket, snacks, and cozy up with your family to spend some quality time with your community.

There are usually tasty food trucks around, and every movie is totally family-friendly.

Take a mini-adventure with the family and go see a Drive-In Movie.

This magical experience is worth the drive!

Enjoy the time with family in the comfort of your own car.

Find hidden gems as you explore local parks & playgrounds.

There are so many places to play right here in Lansing.

Fall at MSU isn’t just about football—it’s about creating memories.

From parades to tailgating and big games, there is endless fun for the whole family.

Don’t miss your chance to cheer on the Spartans and soak up the fun on MSU campus.

Go cheer on the Lugnuts at Cooley Stadium!

It’s a fun experience for the whole family as you enjoy yummy food, dancing with the Big Lug, fireworks, and some good ol’ fashioned baseball!

Just a 45 minute drive from Lansing, winter fun awaits!

Come ski, snowboard, and ride the lift for a day of fun in the snow at Mt Brighton.

Don’t know how? Don’t worry, lessons are available for all ages.

Looking for a workout that’s fun in the snow? Try snowshoeing or cross country skiing.

It’s a fun, family-friendly activity that’s sure to bring laughs and burn energy too!

Looking to fish in the winter?

Lansing has several parks where you can experience the joys of ice fishing including Lake Lansing, Hawk Island, and Park Lake.

Be careful to check the ice thickness as it is not monitored by the parks department.

Sledding is BIG in Lansing and we have some Epic Sledding & Tubing Hills.

Find all the best places to go for free and tubing hills with the works—snack bars, warming stations, and hot chocolate.

Want more ice fun? Visit frozen waterfalls, an ice luge, and make this your best winter yet.

As soon as it’s cold enough, outdoor ice skating begins.

Check out Meridian Township and Reutter Park rinks for some skating fun.

Want to skate year-round? Lansing has plenty of indoor rinks too!