Fish Ladder Music Park
Situated along the Grand River in Old Town, Fish Ladder Music Park brings new life to the historic Brenke Fish Ladder site. The space serves as a welcoming destination for live music, community events, and everyday outdoor enjoyment.
The park features a permanent stage and tiered seating for audiences of all sizes, with a built-in sound and lighting system that makes event setup simple.
Amenities
Outdoor fireplace and bench swings with river views
Decorative tree lighting for evening events
Fully accessible for all visitors
Dedicated parking and electric hook-ups for food trucks
Accessible portable toilets
This venue can be booked by contacting us.
Rotary Park - Plaza and H.U.B.
Located along the Grand River between the Lansing Center and the Shiawassee Street Bridge, Rotary Park is a one-of-a-kind destination for residents and visitors. The park includes two distinct spaces available for events: the Plaza and the H.U.B. (Happening Under the Bridge).
The Plaza
An open-air gathering space at the heart of the park, featuring a large fireplace, outdoor tables and chairs, shade sails, and riverfront views. Ideal for festivals, markets, wellness events, small performances, and larger community gatherings.
The H.U.B. (Happening Under the Bridge)
A covered venue tucked under the Shiawassee Street Bridge, offering a unique setting for small concerts, public events, and intimate gatherings with natural sound and atmosphere you won't find anywhere else in the region. The H.U.B. is also used as a severe weather alternate for events at Fish Ladder Music Park.
Amenities
Lighted forest for a unique look and feel at night
ADA-accessible kayak launch
Riverfront beach area
Adjacent to Lansing Shuffle
Paid parking in Lansing Center lot across Riverfront Drive
This venue can be booked by contacting us.
Lansing Shuffle
Located along the downtown Lansing riverfront right next to Rotary Park, Lansing Shuffle is a one-of-a-kind social club with something for everyone. Whether you're looking for a night out, a family afternoon, or a unique event space, it's a great place to eat, drink, and play.
Lansing Shuffle features five shuffleboard courts, two full-service bars, a riverfront patio, and a rotating lineup of restaurant stalls offering street food from around the world. The space can accommodate large and small private events, with flexible indoor and outdoor options.
Amenities
Five reservable shuffleboard courts
Two full-service bars with craft cocktails, mocktails, beer, and wine
Multiple restaurant options including Thai, sushi, burgers, and more
Riverfront patio
Regular public programming including live music, trivia, salsa nights, and family events
Fully accessible for all visitors
This venue can be booked by contacting Lansing Shuffle.
Play Michigan!
Located along the downtown Lansing riverfront, Play Michigan! is the first fully inclusive playground in the region, where children and adults of all abilities can play, explore, and connect together. The space is designed so that families of all kinds, including parents and grandparents with physical limitations, can participate in play side by side.
The playground includes hands-on and sensory-friendly features for children with physical, sensory, and developmental disabilities, while remaining a welcoming place for every child to learn and grow.
Amenities
Fully accessible and sensory-friendly playground equipment
Covered pavilion for gatherings and events
Open-air deck with riverfront and playground views
Fully accessible for all visitors
Accessible portable toilet
Free parking with dedicated accessible parking spots
This venue can be booked by contacting us.
Adado Riverfront Park
Located along the Grand River in downtown Lansing, Adado Riverfront Park is a large open-air festival park and a popular gathering spot for residents and visitors. The park connects to the Lansing River Trail, a scenic 13-mile path linking parks, historic sites, and neighborhoods across the city.
With wide open green space, the park is well-suited for festivals, concerts, markets, and large community gatherings.
Amenities
Large open green space for festivals and events
Access to the Lansing River Trail
Riverfront views and open-air setting
Fully accessible for all visitors
Street parking available
This venue can be booked by contacting Lansing Parks & Recreation.
