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

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

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

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

The 10 Best Rainy Day Activities to Do Michigan!

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Lena Meijer Tropical Conservatory, Grand Rapids, MI

A wonderful activity in cold weather, and the kind of thing that reminds you that warm and sunny days aren't far away, hitting an indoor garden in Michigan is actually easier than you might think.… Read More

The 10 Best Casinos in Michigan!

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Gun Lake Casino, Wayland, MI

Recently opened in Wayland, the Gun Lake Casino is a smaller affair, but one with a clear bent for expansion. Keep an eye out for expansions which include a restaurant, nightclub, gaming floor and… 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

7 Best Escape Rooms in Michigan!

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Escapology, Portage, MI

Portage's Escapology comes with two major points to its credit. First among these is the range of experiences offered at the facility itself. Visitors will be able to take on the Cuban Missile… Read More

The 6 Best Jazz Clubs in Michigan!

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Speak EZ Lounge, Grand Rapids, MI

Grand Rapids is home to the West Michigan Jazz Society, so it's a safe bet that at least one jazz bar could be found here. Thankfully, that's just the case with the Speak EZ Lounge, a jazz bar that… Read More

The 6 Best Karaoke Bars in Michigan!

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Cheer’s Good Time Saloon, Grand Rapids, MI

Cheer’s Good Time Saloon in Grand Rapids offers another comparative rarity in karaoke: a family karaoke event. Starting earlier in the evening, it attracts the younger set, which allows you to… Read More

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