Leila Arboretum, Battle Creek, MI

Arboretums aren't normally on people's mind when considering live music, but the Leila Arboretum in Battle Creek comes with a special added feature: the annual Leila Arboretum Music Festival,… Read More

The 13 Best Family-Friendly Attractions in Michigan!

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Check out Binder Park Zoo

For zoos, you'll have plenty of choices, but in particular, consider Binder Park Zoo in Battle Creek. It's not Michigan's biggest zoo, but it's got plenty of options for families to take in.… Read More

8 Best Bowling Alleys in Michigan!

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Airway Lanes, Portage, MI

Portage's Airway Lanes—not far from the airport—is actually something like a small amusement park in one facility. Featuring not only bowling, but also miniature golf, a full arcade, a… Read More

The 8 Best Museums in Michigan!

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Gilmore Car Museum, Hickory Corners, MI

Car buffs, you already know that Michigan is the focus of automotive history for the United States and much of the world as a whole. So you're not surprised to hear that the state is home to the… Read More

10 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in Michigan!

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Castle in the Country, Allegan, MI

With a name like “Castle in the Country,” this Allegan bed and breakfast immediately conjures images of romance and pretty much everything that a couple might enjoy. Start your day with a… Read More

10 Best Arcades in Michigan!

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Pinball at the Zoo, Kalamazoo, MI

This is an arcade, but only an arcade of sorts. An annual event that's been going on for years—one I've had the privilege to personally attend three years running now—Pinball at the Zoo… Read More

13 of the Best (and Most Offbeat) Attractions in Michigan!

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The Village of Colon

Perhaps unfortunately named, Colon has a particular advantage in the weird department as it's home to some of the greatest magic on the face of the earth. Dubbed the Magic Capital of the World, Colon… Read More

The 10 Best Casinos in Michigan!

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Firekeepers Casino, Battle Creek, MI

A comparatively new casino located in Battle Creek, Firekeepers offers some unexpected advantages. While the gaming floor is much the same as other entries, Firekeepers offers a buffet with shifting… Read More

The 9 Best Guided Tours in Michigan!

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State Capitol Tour, Lansing, MI

Head out to Lansing to check this one out for yourself. The state capitol building is already one of the leading examples of architectural brilliance in the state, and by taking the guided tour,… Read More

Best Paint & Wine Spots in Michigan 2025!

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Wine & Canvas, Portage, MI

The good news about Wine & Canvas is that it has a tendency to travel. Located primarily in Kalamazoo, Wine & Canvas will go throughout a fairly large swath of Kalamazoo and its immediate… Read More

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