Carr Fles Planetarium

Carr-Fles Planetarium

(inside Muskegon Community College)

Kids can learn about stars, planets, constellations, etc. 
Shows are only 35 minutes long,
so no worrying about antsy kids!

Age Range: 4 -Adult

Hours: 7pm Tuesdays & Thursdays.
(September through May)
Cost: FREE - Open to the public!
**Many signs are put up to point you in the right direction, once you get in the school.  It's very easy to find. 

 

http://www.muskegoncc.edu/pages/416.asp

Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

Fred Meijer Gardens

Fun for the whole family.  There is surprisingly, a lot for kids to do!  Different climates & their different plant life are showcased in seperate greenhouse area's in the main building.  Outside, there is a Children's Garden, which has an Alice in Wonderland feel, a labyrinth, waterfall, beautiful flowers, & trails, etc.  At select times, a butterfly exhibit

is available to view. 

25 minute drive from Muskegon. 

 Age Range: 0-Adult

Hours: Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat: 9 am-5 pm
Tues: 9 am-9 pm
Sun: 11 am-5 pm Cost: Adult 14–64: $12
Senior 65 & older: $9
Students with ID: $9
Children 5–13: $6
Children 3–4: $4
Children 2 & younger: Free

**TIP:  Don't forget your camera. 

Website: www.meijergardens.org

 

Lewis' Farm Market & Petting Zoo

My babies; Collin, Kira, Bryce.  (Photo courtesy of Fly Photography)

Lewis' Farms - New Era, MI

Corn maze, apple orchard, pumpkin patch, petting farm, farmer's market, moon walk, & more!

Our kids have a blast every time they go.  It's about a 20 minute drive from Muskegon (mostly highway) but well worth it!  Very inexpensive and there is a ton of stuff to see & do. 

Age Range: 0-Adult

Hours: Monday thru Saturday 9am-6pm
Sunday 10am-5pm
(Extended hours after September 23)

Cost: $2/person
*Children under 12 months are FREE.
*Some additional activities (potato canon, jumping pillows, gem mining...) are available for an additional cost of $1-$5. 

**TIP:  Bring some change.  You can buy a bag of feed for $5 or there are dispensers that cost $0.25 for a hand full.

Website:  www.lewisfarmmarket.com

(Photo courtesy of Fly Photography)

Michigan's Adventure

Bryce riding his first amusement park ride & having the time of his life.

Michigan's Adventure
& Wild Water Adventure
Muskegon, MI

Enjoy a full day of entertainment with two parks in one!  Roller coasters, ferris wheel, kiddie rides, & more! 

Next head over to the huge water park to cool down!
Moms, don't forget your camera!
Your kids can get their pictures taken with
Snoopy, Lucy, or Charlie Brown!

Age Range: 2-Adult

*Most kiddie rides require a height of 36".

Hours: 10am-5pm

Cost: $28-35/person + $10/parking

Lodging: http://whitelake.org/lodging

**TIP: Save money by buying your tickets in advance online.

**TIP: Pack a lunch to bring.  You can't bring it in the park but you can eat it in the parking lot and save a TON of money.

**TIP: Things to bring; Backpack with sunscreen, camera, towels, flip-flops/water shoes, & snacks.  Lockers are available inside the park.  

Website: www.miadventure.com