what are some fun things to do over the weekend in lower michigan area?

Answer 1

The zoo in Lansing is really nice and they have a place there where you can rent canoes. If you canoe long enough (about an hr) you will get to downtown Lansing. I went to college there and we use to do this every spring. There is a big fountain downtown and we use to try and turn the canoe so the ppl on the other side got wet (lol sweet youth) of course we all ended up soaked!

Answer 2

Definitely go to South Haven or St. Joe to go to Lake Michigan. There is a town called Holland which is kind of like "Holland" the country, there's windmills and such. Right outside of Detroit there is an old style village, I forgot the name of it. I don't know how far up north you're willing to go but in Muskegon it's summer celebration right now and there is a fair and lots of concerts going on. (summercelebration.com for line up). There's lots of stuff to do in Michigan!!

Answer 3

Go to all the lakes such as Michigan Lake andso fun stuff on it like tubing or banana riding. My friend comes from there and comes back from summer holidasy explaining everything about the times on those huge lakes. There are quite a few you can chose from.

Answer 4

Not a lot really.... Theirs usually a concert or two on weekends in Detroit.... I recommend Harpos if your into rock and mosh pits. Cheap shows, great bands and great people.

Answer 5

sit and wtach tv

Answer 6

Air Zoo

The Air Zoo - The Total Flight Experience A highly charged, multi-sensory atmosphere that goes beyond anything you’ve ever experienced, the Air Zoo is a departure from the ordinary museum. Featuring the Midwest’s only 4D theatre, a fleet of advanced full-motion flight simulators, indoor amusement park rides, and a fleet of over 50* rare aircraft; it’s a one of a kind destination.


Automotive Hall Of Fame

The Automotive Hall of Fame was designed to be a visitor attraction and educational resource. It celebrates accomplished people of the worldwide motor vehicle industry for the purpose of inspiring others to higher levels of achievement in their own work and lives.


Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland

Bronner's CHRISTmas Wonderland celebrates the joy of Christmas 361 days of the year. The world’s largest Christmas store, Bronner’s welcomes over 2 million guests annually, including 2000 group tours.


Colonial Michilimackinac

Colonial Michilimackinac, a reconstructed french fur trade villiage and palisaded fort, offers an interesting combination of exhibits/period settings, reenactments, beautiful views of the Straits of Mackinac and America's longest ongoing archeological dig. Food service available at the Voyageur Cafe and shopping/Orientation video in Michilimackinac Visitor's Center.


Cornwell's Turkeyville USA

Journey back to a slower time at Turkeyville USA nestled on a 400 acre farm where turkey is king. Cornwell1s is proud to present the magic of Live Broadway style theatre in the heart of the Great Lakes. Transport yourself for an afternoon or evening to another time and place by way of our unique 175 seat dinner theatre, a comfortable country setting where every seat is good and the entertainment is 1st class.


Crossroads Village & Huckleberry Railroad

All aboard the Huckleberry Railroad for an excursion back to the 1800s! Our beautiful steam railroad carries up to 400 passengers on a scenic 45 minute tours that depart from the Crossroads Depot. Visitors will also enjoy a stroll through Historic Crossroads Village to see 34 authentic historic homes, shops and mills. Cruise aboard the Genesee Belle Paddlewheel Riverboat.


Dutch Village Theme Park & Wooden Shoe Factory

Experience a "bit of old Holland" while you visit a re-creation of a 150-year-old Dutch town featuring Dutch folk dancing, wooden shoe carving, museums, educational movies, Amsterdam street organs, delft making demonstrations and much more! Specialty shops feature gifts imported from around the world.


Edsel & Eleanor Ford House

Named one of Metro Detroit's top ten attractions, this 1920s home where Henry Ford's only son and his family lived is the ideal place to experience the lifestyle of one of America's most prominent automotive families. Let us cater to your group's interest with one of our numerous specialty tours as knowledge guides give an in-depth look at the exquisite architecture, impressive collection of antique furnishings and art, breathtaking grounds, and vintage cars.


Ford Field

Ford Field Tours invites you to get a closer look at Detroit's newest crown jewel and the NFL's most revered new stadium. Experience innovation in architecture, as Ford Field integrates the home of the Detroit Lions with the historic 1920's Hudson's Warehouse. Get a peek at a Ford Field Suite, an NFL locker room, walk down the tunnel to the field and stand on the turf for a player's view of the stadium.


Fort Mackinac

Fort Mackinac, on Mackinac Island, is a national historic landmark that was constructed during the American Revolutionary War. This living history site contains an exciting mix of exhibits, historical reenactments, shopping, dinning and one of the most beautiful views in the State. No tour of Mackinac Island is complete without a visit to the Fort!


Fort Wilkens Historic Complex

At Copper Harbor, on the rugged shore of Lake Superior, stands Fort Wilkins Historic Complex. Built in 1844, to keep the peace in Michigan’s Copper Country, it was occupied for two years before its troops left to fight in the Mexican War.


Fox Theatre

Splendidly restored in 1988, the fabulous Fox Theatre in Detroit hosts a variety of events, including concerts, Broadway shows, family events and the annual "Radio City Christmas Spectacular."


Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

The 125-acre Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park features Michigan's largest tropical conservatory; a carnivorous plant house; desert and Victorian gardens; outdoor gardens; the new Lena Meijer Children's Garden; Michigan's Farm Garden and the Midwest's most comprehensive outdoor sculpture collection featuring the 3 story tall Leonardo da Vinci horse; indoor sculpture galleries; cafe', gift shop, and tram tours, all barrier free. Holiday Exhibit; November- December Butterfly Exhibit; March-April


Gerald R. Ford Museum

The Gerald R. Ford Museum brings American history to life for visitors of all ages. Diverse exhibits show the real stuff of history, sparking curiosity and enthusiasm about our nation's history and government.


Grand Traverse Mall

Grand Traverse Mall is Northern Michigan’s premiere shopping destination. This 680,000 square foot regional shopping center serves a vast 22-county market area. Grand Traverse Mall is made up of 4 anchor/ department stores, 100 mall shops, 13 eateries, 1 sit-down restaurant and a 9-screen cinema complex.


Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum

Located 11 miles north of Paradise on M-123, in Michigan's Eastern Upper Peninsula, the Great Lakes Shipwreck Museum is a tribute to dedicated sailors and ships lost along this Lake Superior coastline known as the “Lake Superior’s Shipwreck Coast.”


Hartwick Pines Lumbering Museums

As eastern forests were depleted before the Civil War, investors began buying stands of Michigan’s abundant white pine, the wood most in demand for construction. By 1869, Michigan produced more lumber than any other state, a distinction it maintained for the next 30 years.


Henry Ford Estate

Relax and Return to the private world of automotive pioneer Henry Ford and his wife Clara at their 56 room mansion set on 72 acres of landscaped gardens. A National Historic Landmark in Dearborn, Michigan, located just 1 mile north of The Henry Ford "America's Greatest History Attraction" which he founded.


Henry Ford; The

The Henry Ford is America's greatest history attraction. With rich offerings of exhibits, demonstrations, programs and reenactments, The Henry Ford celebrates yesterday's traditions as well as today's innovations. Five distinct attractions at The Henry Ford captivate and inspire visitors of all ages. Greenfield Village comes alive with the unforgettable sights, sounds and settings of America's past. Housing one of the largest collections of its kind ever assembled. Henry Ford Museum showcases the people and ideas that have fired our imaginations and changed our lives. At the site where automobile manufacturing came of age - and continues to define the state-of-the-art today - the Ford Rouge Factory Tour is a firsthand journey into the genius of American manufacturing. The Benson Ford Research Center uses one-of-a-kind artifacts and resources of The Henry Ford to deepen our understanding of American people, places and things. And on the bigger-than-big screen the Imax Theater presents films that showcase American popular culture and the American experience in superb, sense-surrounding detail. Encounter ideas that change the world, travel through America's past, embark on America's greatest factory tour and more. It all comes together at The Henry Ford, America's greatest history attraction.


Historic Mill Creek

A nature park and working water-powered sawmill, together with guides in period costume make this historic site a must see for any groups touring the Mackinac area. Food service is available at the Mill Creek Cookhouse and the visitor's center features museum exhibits, an orientation program and shopping. Mill demonstrations and nature programs go on throughout the day.


Kellogg's Cereal City

Visit Tony the TigerTM and learn how Battle Creek, Michigan, begame the best know city of its size in the world. Take the guided Production Line tour and see how Corn Flakes are made. Experience the cereal industry story in the historcal timeline and learn about health, nutrition and advetising through the interactive exhibits in Kellogg's Cereal City. Allow at least 1 1/2 to 2 hours...additional time to eat and shop!


Mackinac State Historic Parks

Exciting discoveries await you at Mackinac State Historic Parks - Colonial Michilimackinac and Historic Mill Creek in Mackinaw City, and Fort Mackinac and Mackinac Island State Park on Mackinac Island and the newly re-opened Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse.


Mackinaw Crossings

Northern Michigan's premier shopping, dining and entertainment destination! Mackinaw Crossings is a quaint Victorian-style village with over fifty unique shops, eateries and attractions, including Mackinaw Center Stage Theatre and free nightly laser show.


Mary's City of David Museum and Tours

The historic properties of MARY¹S CITY of DAVID offers an extraordinary look into the fascinating history of America's third oldest practicing Christian community. A "living History" now in its second century with roots back to England of 1652.


Meadow Brook Hall and Gardens

Meadow Brook Hall & Gardens is the fourth largest historic house in the U.S., especially renowned for its superb craftsmanship, architectual detailing, and grand scale. Built in the 1920s as the residence of Oakland University founders, Matilda Dodge Wilson (widow of auto baron John Dodge) and her second husband lumber broker, Alfred G. Wilson, the 110-room, 88,000 square-foot, Tudor-revival style mansion is complete with vast collections of original art and furnishings.


Michigan Historical Museum

Stop along the pathway of history as you explore the Michigan Historical Museum System. The museums and historic sites within the system link prehistoric Native American culture with an opportunity to retrace the paths of the first French fur traders and explorers. The museum’s field sites also shed light on the iron, copper mining and logging industries of the 19th century and lots more of Michigan’s rich heritage. All are linked together at the system’s flagship — the Michigan Historical Museum in downtown Lansing where visitors are surrounded by Michigan’s past from prehistoric times through the late 20th century.


Michigan Iron Industry Museum


Michigan State Capitol

The Michigan State Capitol, one of the nation’s most important and beautiful historic buildings, was dedicated to the people of Michigan on January 1, 1879. It continues to serve today as the seat of Michigan state government, a role it has filled for over 120 years.


Morley Candy Makers

Morley Candy Makers is the largest producer of chocolates and confections in Michigan. Our fascinating and educational candy factory tour is perfect for all ages. Free samples and a stop in our unique candy shop put the finishing touch on your visit.


Music House Museum

The Music House is a one-of-a-kind collection of hundreds of rare antique music-making machines. Guided tours explain and demonstrate instruments in authentic period settings.


Muskegon Museum of Art

The Muskegon Museum of Art, founded in 1912, is renowned for its fine permanent collection of American and European art. Works by artists such as John Steuart Curray, Edward Hopper, Winslow Homer, William Merritt Chase, Whistler, Cranach, Pissarro, Rodin, Sisley, and Bonnard is regularly on view and the MMA studio glass collection is among the finest in the Midwest. Special events and changing temporary exhibits are designed to appeal to many different audiences.


Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse

The Old Mackinac Point Lighthouse will open in June 2004 as a restoration in progress. Historical guides in period costume, interactive exhibits and period setting will take the visitor back to 1910 when this light station guided Straits of Mackinac ship traffic. Guided tours and walks up into the tower will take place throughout the day.


Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore

Managed by the National Park Service, Pictured Rocks National Lakeshore is our nation’s first National Lakeshore. The park includes a variety of Lake Superior shoreline scenery from 200 foot high cliffs, the Twelve mile Beach, Log Slide, and several inland lakes.


Public Museum of Grand Rapids

On the riverfront in downtown Grand Rapids, Van Andel Museum Center houses a massive collection related to furniture manufacturing history, Native Americans, 1890s Grand Rapids, ancient Egypt, military uniforms and relics, 1928 carousel, and traveling exhibits.


Robinette’s Apple Haus & Gift Barn

Come and relax at Robinette’s Apple Haus & Gift Barn. Enjoy coming to a working family farm since 1911. Lunch Counter, Bakery, Homemade goodies, converted 1800's barn with 3 levels for shopping.


Screams Ice Cream

Screams specializes in make your own sundaes. You can put on Ghost Poop; Bonechips; Shock-a-dot, and many more spooky toppings. Screams is a year-round Halloween Scare.


Shrine of the Pines

The Shrine of the Pines standes as a tribute to the woodworking skill and dedication of Ray Overholzer. He saw beauty in white pine stumps and fashioned them into more than 200 pieces of furniture. These works of art are housed in a log cabin overlooking the Pere Marquette River. The collection includes a rocking chair so perfectly balanced that it rocks 50 times with a single push.


Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore

Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore is one of more than 385 areas of scenic, scientific, and historical heritage administered by the National Park Service under the Department of the Interior. It features over 35 miles of Lake Michigan Shoreline, sand dunes, wildlife, forest, inland lakes and streams, and two islands.


Soo Locks Boat Tours, Dinner & Lighthouse Cruises

Ride with the Freighters in historic Sault Ste. Marie. Enjoy a Lock Tour, Dinner Cruise, or Lighthouse Cruise through the famous Soo Locks. Come celebrate the 150th Anniversary of the Soo Locks in 2005. We are one of Michigan’s Top Attractions, and the “highlight” of many Michigan tour itineraries.


Tanger Outlet Center - Howell

Nestled in the rolling landscape of Livingston County, Tanger Outlet Center of Howell, Michigan has grown to over 75 shops and services since its opening in 1996. These brand name shops, owned and operated by nationally recognized manufacturers, offer immense discounts that range between 25 and 75 percent off regular retail prices. Tanger Outlet Center has over 80 Outlet stores for you to enjoy. You will find "Great Bagain Hunting" at such fine stores as Polo Ralph Lauren, Banana Republic, Gap Outlet, Nike Outlet, Old Navy Outlet, Mikasa, Tommy Hilfiger, Guess, Van Heusen, Geoffrey Beene, Haggar, adida's, FactoryBrand Shoes, Little Me, Carter's and many more!


Tibbits Opera House

Built in 1882, one of the oldest theatres in Michigan. Rich in history and ambiance, Tibbits offers excellent acoustics, an intimate 499 seat setting, and a variety of quality performances year round including professional summer stock concerts, children's programming, art exhibits, community theatre, and local events. In 2005, Tibbits was named by USA Today as one of the 10 great places to see the lights way off Broadway.


Town Peddler Craft & Antique Mall

Town Peddler offers the unique products of over 400 Craft & Antique Dealers from around the country. Group tours benefit from our large 25,000 square foot facility that offers a range of products including: handmade crafts, antiques, collectibles, and gift lines such as Yankee Candle. Large and small groups can be accomodated with plenty of parking, clean restrooms, and snack area. Come visit our fun, relaxing, and "wow this place is great" store. Shipping available. Plenty of bus parking space available.


University Musical Society

UMS Celebrates its 127th Season!
One of the oldest performing arts presenters in the country, UMS serves diverse audiences through multi-disciplinary performing arts programs in three distint but interrelated areas: presentation, creation, and edcuation. With a program steeped in music, dance, adn theatre, UMS hosts approximately 75 performances and 150 free educational activities each season.


Walter P. Chrysler Museum

Experience America through the achievements of one of its most remarkable men and the corporation he founded. More than an exhibition of outstanding vehicles, the Walter P. Chrysler Museum tells the story of the automobile in America. The museum offers three floors of fully restored vehicles ranging from a 1902 Rambler to exciting modern-day concept cars. Interactive displays and a theater showing three short films - history of Walter P. Chrysler, a visit inside the Tech Center and Drag Racing - round out the offerings.


Whaley Historical House

Whaley Historical House interprets the lives of Robert and Mary Whaley, prominent Flint citizens during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.


Williams Cheese Co.

Founded in 1945 Williams Cheese Co. is a family owned and operated business. Williams Cheese Co. produces, ages, and packages over 5 million pounds of cheese annually. In our Factory Outlet store guests will find great values, unique products, terrific gift ideas and free cheese samples everyday. Through our observation windows, you might see the cheese makers making and/or packaging some of our award winning process cheeses or one of our delicious homemade cheese spreads.


Windmill Island

Windmill Island is a 30-acre park featuring an authentic Dutch Windmill producing stone-ground flour, an antique Dutch Carousel, hourly slide presentations on Dutch culture, dutch dancing during the summer, costumed guides in the windmill, dutch displays, candle carving, several shops, and demonstrations of a beautiful street organ from Amsterdam.