Lansing Michigan

The 1879 Capitol building and downtown skyline at dusk

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Kayak or walk along the 13-mile long downtown river trail

Kayak or walk along the 20-kilometer downtown river trail

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Friends gathered to dine at Red Haven Farm to Table Restaurant

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Touring the Michigan State Capitol

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Kids enjoying the plants and displays at the 4-H Children's Garden

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Dancing at the Michigan BluesFest

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A family explores the exhibits at Michigan History Center

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Sipping craft cocktails at the popular Red Cedar Spirits distillery

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Spring

8 - 20 ºC

Summer

14 - 26 ºC

Fall

0 - 9 ºC

Winter

-6 - 2 ºC

January

-8 - -1 ºC

February

-8 - 1 ºC

March

-3 - 7 ºC

April

2 - 14 ºC

May

8 - 21 ºC

June

14 - 26 ºC

July

16 - 28 ºC

August

15 - 27 ºC

September

11 - 23 ºC

October

5 - 16 ºC

November

-1 - 8 ºC

December

-5 - 2 ºC

Major Airports:

Lansing (LAN)

Gerald R. Ford/Grand Rapids (GRR)

Detroit (DTW)
States:

Michigan

The city of year-round festivals and fun

Greater Lansing is an excellent choice for a fun getaway and a smart place to start as you explore the great state of Michigan. From historic hotels to modern museums, a classic Midwestern experience for all four seasons begins here in the Capital Region. Greater Lansing’s central location in the state makes it just a short drive to beaches, urban centers and world-class attractions.

Greater Lansing is known as Michigan’s Festival Capital because the region boasts over 50 unique festivals and events throughout the year. In spring, the streets are full of art, music and food from around the world. Summertime means music, and the festivals here deliver it nearly every weekend, including genres for all tastes. When autumn blows in, the Capital Region is still buzzing with fun festivals and events you won’t want to miss. Agricultural heritage also comes to life in autumn with apples, pumpkins, hayrides, bonfires and more. Festivals don’t stop when the snow flies! Visit for Silver Bells in the City and welcome in the holiday season.

There are also plenty of permanent local attractions that truly shine throughout the year. Classic American automotive heritage is alive and well in Lansing, as the home of the R.E. Olds Transportation Museum. A tour of the State Historical Museum and a walk on the nearly 20-kilometer downtown river trail are sure to feed your senses, especially when you top it off with a great lunch at the newly renovated City Market.

East Lansing is also home to Michigan State University. Whether you catch a collegiate game or visit one of the local pubs, you’ll feel the energy and excitement you can only find on a Big Ten campus. Visitors will also find arts and culture on campus at the Wharton Center for Performing Arts and the Eli & Edythe Broad Art Museum designed by world-renowned architect Zaha Hadid.

No visit to Greater Lansing would be complete without some time spent on that great American pastime – shopping! The area boasts three large malls: the Lansing Mall, the Meridian Mall and the Eastwood Towne Center. Greater Lansing is also a hub for unique shopping opportunities at out-of-the-way boutiques and shops. Find that perfect something special in Old Town Lansing or at the large antique district in the neighboring community of Mason.

After exploring the many attractions and numerous shopping opportunities, you will have certainly worked up an appetite. You’re in the right place! Greater Lansing is full of awesome eateries and dynamic dining. From unique spots offering craft beer and wine, to fine dining, farm-to-table or ethnic foods from around the world, everything to suit your tastes is at your fingertips.