Ring in 2026 with style, mystery, and memorable moments at the New Year’s Eve Masquerade at Midnight hosted by DoubleTree by Hilton. This exclusive celebration brings together all the glamour of a masquerade ball with the comfort and convenience of a luxurious overnight stay.
By Leigh Ann Towne (via WKAR)
The day after Black Friday is known as Small Business Saturday, a chance for Mid-Michigan residents to show some love to hometown stores that have fewer than 500 people.
Guest Writer: Alexander Rusek
The holiday season is an especially powerful time to give. It is a moment when our community’s goodwill can be channeled into real, lasting progress by supporting the people, places, and programs that keep Downtown Lansing vibrant, equitable, and growing. Holiday giving is more than a tradition: it is an investment in the health and future of our city.
By: Claire Bacarella (via Fox 47)
As downtown Lansing prepares for the holidays, small businesses like Summit Comics and Games are finding ways to stand out against major retailers.
Marcus Embry, interim manager at Summit Comics and Games, said the local shop sells comic books, board games and action figures. While big box stores offer holiday deals, he believes small businesses have a competitive advantage.
By: Erica Murphy (via Fox 47)
LANSING, MI — On Michigan Avenue in downtown Lansing, something magical happens every year centered around the Silver Bells in the City celebration. A local artist is using her studio space and talent to create one-of-a-kind ornaments for only a few to cherish.
Making touchable art is in artist Tiffany Marie Luke’s blood — her dad is the guy responsible for crafting a well-known figure.
Guest Writer: Jay Krammes
Lansing is closing out 2025 with a major downtown celebration: the Grewal Hall NYE Party featuring Starfarm!
Guest Writer: Jay Krammes
Grewal Hall, located at 224 S. Washington, is situated in a building with nearly a century of downtown Lansing history behind it.
Guest Writer: Andy Bourgeois
Dungeons and Flagons, located at 215 S. Washington in the Atrium Building, is opening on December 4, and whether you’re a veteran adventurer or a Dungeons and Dragons greenhorn, they have you covered.
The holiday season is here! Between the installation of Lansing’s beloved ornaments in the traffic circle, the glow and excitement of Silver Bells in the City, and cheerful storefront décor, it’s hard not to feel a little bit of the holiday spirit around us. It’s also an incredibly busy time for our merchants — and for all of us — as we move through the hustle and bustle of gift buying, family gatherings, business holiday parties, and more.
