- The list below includes 73 free or cheap things to do in or near Bay City, Michigan, including 45 different types of inexpensive activities like National & State Parks, Bowling, History Museums and Parks.
- From Riverwalk Pier to Wenonah Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bay City and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Midland, Saginaw, Frankenmuth and Caseville.
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Stardust Lanes is a bowling alley with over 30 bowling lanes. After dark, cosmic bowling with glow-in-the-dark balls becomes available. They also have two bars that serve craft beer and a full arcade with over 50 games to choose from.
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201 N Washington Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48607
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Featuring the works of Mozart, Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra performs a wide range of classical music under the direction of an experienced musical director. The orchestra hosts family movie nights that feature music from Harry Potter and Frozen.
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315 West Genesee Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48602
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Featuring hands-on exhibits for children, Mid-Michigan Children's Museum's exhibits include a pneumatic tube system, art area, sugar farm gallery, car works exhibit and an energy exhibit powered by dancing. The museum has a lunch room and a comfort station.
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Castle Museum is a timeless, historical institution that has lecture series with local experts, exhibits, and annual festivals. These are the following exhibitions they show at their museum: signature, temporary, stand-alone, past, upcoming, and virtual. They have been nationally award for best practices.
12.5 Miles
The Albert E. Sleeper State Park is spread out across 723 acres of forest, wetlands, sandy beaches and dunes. The area is also home to over four miles of hiking trails as well as a campground.
12.6 Miles
Saginaw's Court Street Theatre Inc is a historic movie theater in an art deco style building that dates back to 1938. The theater charges five dollars a seat, and shows a variety of films.
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1574 S Washington Avenue, Saginaw, MI 48605
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Guests can visit a memorial that honors the military men and women of Saginaw at the Saginaw Veterans Memorial Plaza. The memorial sells bricks to be placed in the memorial with the name and branch of service of fallen soldiers.
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Looking out over a formal garden, the Andersen Enrichment Center can provide accommodations for up to 150 people. The center also hosts the annual summer art fair, holiday art fair, jazz concerts, and exhibitions by local artists.
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At Japanese Cultural Center, visitors can stroll through the three acres of garden; which includes a bridge, paths, and cherry trees. The center has an authentic Japanese tea house where visitors can experience a tea ceremony with a docent.