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14 Things To Do During Summer In Michigan

Summer is meant to explore new things and to relax.

Jaimie Olson

Apr 25, 2017

Eastern Michigan University

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14 Things To Do During Summer In Michigan

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Summer 2017 is quickly approaching and even though most of us college students will be either on a budget, still taking summer courses or working more than full time. Everyone deserves to have some fun during summer (I mean it's called break for a reason right?) Here are some simple spectacular things that you can do that won't break your bank account!

1. Going to the Sand Dunes

Sleeping Bear Sand Dunes National Lakeshore has always been one of the most beautiful spots in Michigan. Taking the day to explore beaches, forests and one of Michigan’s greatest lakes!

2. Detroit Riverfront

Listening to live jazz music, hanging out with friends will being in the heart of Michigan.

3. Visiting Mackinac Island

You won’t have to worry about spending money on gas while touring, just rent a bike or take a horse drawn carriage ride! Visiting many historic sites, activities, water sports and golf! Not only is Mackinac a fun place to tour but its beautiful!

4. Going to concerts at DTE Energy Theater

Lawn tickets are usually about $30 which is relatively cheap for a concert!

5. Top of The Park Ann Arbor

Food vendors, live music, beer tents and movies. While experiencing the night life of Ann Arbor, what more could you ask for?

6. Ann Arbor Art Festival

Even though some of this art work might not be in your price range, grab some friends, eat good food and tour some of the local artists of Ann Arbor!

7. Tigers Games at Comerica Park

Watching your Detroit Tigers play on a summer day couldn’t get any better.

8. Ever been to a drive in movie? Visit Capri Drive-In

In Coldwater, Michigan this drive in was rated one of the Top 10 Drive-In Movie theaters in the country.

9. Visiting Farmers Markets

Locally or across the state, summer time is all about fresh grown locally foods!

10. Frankenmuth, Michigan

Visit some great resturants like the Bavarian Inn, celebrate Christmas in the summertime by going to Bronner’s!

11. Take a day and go see all kinds of animals at the Zoo

Rather you’re with friends, family or your significant other. Visiting the zoo isn’t only for little kids! Across Michigan, there is the John Ball Zoo, Binder Park Zoo, Potter Park Zoo and the Detroit Zoo!

12. Go to Traverse City

What’s better than exploring Traverse City? Go on a wine tour, hike around, visit art galleries, shop and even treat yourself to a spa treatment up here!

13. Take a weekend and explore Michigan’s 115 Historic Lighthouses

Exploring the classic beauty of Michigan can be easy. Plus, they’re all around our great lakes so you can make a trip out of it and visit a few!

14. Wanting to go to an amusement park but not wanting to drive far? Michigan’s Adventure

The perfect size for families and friends. Plus they have a huge water park that is connected!

Michigan has all sorts of fun things to explore and do during the summer. Especially activities that wont break your bank and you can enjoy with the people that you love. Now actually enjoy your summer BREAK while you can before school starts up again in fall!

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