If you’re staying around West Michigan for spring break, we have you covered. Here are some fun activities happening right in your own backyard over the next few weeks.
Below are links to the fun Spring Break spots shown in segment:
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If your family isn’t traveling south this Spring Break, don’t worry! There are tons of fun things going on right here in your own backyard.
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.
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