Spring Break Around West Michigan
If your family is sticking around West Michigan this spring break there are loads of fun activities going on. Here are some of our favorites:
Flick’s Family Film Festival
Now through Thursday, April 29
Celebration Cinema Locations
www.celebrationcinema.com
A different children’s film is offered each week free for kids 12 and under!
Butterflies Are Blooming
Now through Friday, April 30
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park – Grand Rapids
www.MeijerGardens.org
See thousands of butterflies flying freely in the tropical conservatory.
Craig’s Cruisers
Monday, April 5 through Thursday, April 8
Craig’s Cruisers – Wyoming
www.craigscruisers.com
Each day there will be wristband specials for $25. It includes unlimited buffet and activities!
Every Princess Ballerina Needs a Superhero Dancer
Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 9 at 11:30am
Grand Rapids Ballet Company
www.GRBallet.com
Families exploring West Michigan during Spring Break will enjoy this arts experience perfect for all ages. For just $5 per ticket your children will enjoy a brand-new ballet that tells the story of Princess Penelope and her brother Horst. Additional activities before the performance take the event to another level, plus each child will receive a take-home goodie bag.
Holland Aquatic Center
Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 9
Holland Aquatic Center
www.hollandaquaticcenter.org
The pool will be open each day from 1pm-8:30pm. They have kiddy pools, lap pools, water slides and tons of water games!
Zoobilee
Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 9
John Ball Zoo – Grand Rapids
www.johnballzoosociety.org
Bring the kids to John Ball Zoo for special spring break activities.
Air Zoo
Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 9
Air Zoo – Portage
www.airzoo.org
The Air Zoo offers free admission and is a great place for kids who love flight and aviation. There is an additional cost to play on the flight simulators.
The Critter Barn
Monday, April 5 through Saturday, April 10
The Critter Barn – Zeeland
www.critterbarn.org
Head to the barn and see lambs, goats, bunnies and more!
Big Big Bugs Exhibit
Monday, April 5 through Saturday, April 10
Grand Rapids Public Museum
www.grmuseum.org
Check out the museum’s newest exhibit and enjoy bug-themed programming from Noon-3 pm daily during Spring Break. Guests can also enjoy special evening hours during Spring Break. Normally closed at 5 pm, the Museum will extend its hours for Big BUG Nights April 1-3 and 5-9. A special evening package from 5-9pm includes admission, a planetarium show, unlimited carousel rides and a kid-friendly dinner for just $10 per person. Members pay just $5.
Kalamazoo Nature Center
Monday, April 5 through Friday, April 10
Kalamazoo Nature Center
www.naturecenter.org
Get up close with nature and explore over 11 miles of trails. There are spring break camps available that week for a small charge.
Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
Monday, April 5 through Saturday, April 10
Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
www.grcm.org
Special live performances all week long with paid general admission! Get the details online at their website.
Spring Break in Grand Haven
Monday, April 5 through Saturday, April 10
Downtown Grand Haven
www.downtowngrandhaven.com
Bring the family to downtown Grand Haven for fun activities great for all ages!
Friendship and Community in Art
Tuesday, April 6 through Saturday, April 10
Grand Rapids Art Museum
www.artmuseumgr.com
Stop in to the Education Center at the Grand Rapids Art Museum anytime between 10am-3pm for art-making fun!
Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
Tuesday, April 6 through Saturday, April 10
Grand Rapids Children’s Museum
www.grcm.org
The Children’s Museum will have daily performers on hand for the kids!
Exploring the Arts
Wednesday, April 7 through Sunday, April 11
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
www.kvm.kvcc.edu
Every day will feature a new art session including dance, music, puppetry and storytelling.
Spring Break Party Photo Workshop
Friday, April 9 from 1-4pm
Holland Museum
www.hollandmuseum.org
Celebrate the Museum’s fantastic “Smile” exhibit of photographs and imagery with an interactive kids’ workshop on photography. Reservations required.
Family Zoo Snooze: Magnificent Mothers
Saturday, April 10 & Sunday, April 11
Binder Park Zoo – Battle Creek
www.binderparkzoo.org
Guests will learn about unique animal moms and families, see a live animal presentation, and play fun family games. Cost is $40 per child and $35 per adult. This includes the overnight program, live animal presentation, late night snack and continental breakfast, admission to the zoo the following day, 1 token per person, souvenir cup, and souvenir patch.
Native American Super Saturday
Saturday, April 10 from 10am-3pm
Muskegon Museum of Art
www.MuskegonArtMuseum.org
Enjoy free admission to the museum and activity stations where kid can make Native American art projects.
West Michigan Whitecaps Opening Day Bash!
Sunday, April 11 at Noon
Fifth Third Ballpark – Comstock Park
www.whitecapsbaseball.com
Cost is $23 per person and includes an all-you-can-eat BBQ! The first 1,000 fans will receive a free Fifth Third Bank snuggie!
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