Downtown East Lansing

Downtown East Lansing The heart of East Lansing is vibrant and diverse with stores, galleries, restaurants, cafes, and more

Whether looking for a place to eat, a place to shop or just a place to stretch your legs and go for a walk; downtown East Lansing can cater to you. Located just outside of Michigan’s capitol and directly across from Michigan State University, the City of East Lansing boasts one of the most economically and socially diverse downtown districts in the State of Michigan. The downtown area has a little

taste of everything from the electricity of Spartan pride to the small town feel of a café or sandwich shop. Do yourself a favor and visit this small town gem with a big city atmosphere; grab a bite to eat, shop around and stay awhile. Interested in buying a downtown East Lansing gift card for a family member or friend? Learn more: http://www.cityofeastlansing.com/1648/Downtown-Gift-Card.

Whether you’re new to town or a regular, here’s your Downtown East Lansing starter pack! 🍕🏙️🍦
07/24/2026

Whether you’re new to town or a regular, here’s your Downtown East Lansing starter pack! 🍕🏙️🍦

🍩 Business of the Week: Mitten Raised BakeryThis week’s featured business is Mitten Raised Bakery, a locally owned East ...
07/23/2026

🍩 Business of the Week: Mitten Raised Bakery

This week’s featured business is Mitten Raised Bakery, a locally owned East Lansing bakery founded by pastry chef Katie Anne Lambert. From handcrafted cakes and cupcakes to cookies, donuts and muffins, there’s something for every sweet tooth.

Don’t let the downtown construction keep you from stopping in. Mitten Raised Bakery is open and ready to welcome customers.

Hours:
Wednesday-Saturday: 8 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sunday: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Closed Monday and Tuesday.

Don’t forget! 🖍️ Join us for Chalk Walk this Thursday, July 23, from 5–7 PM at Ann Street Plaza. Bring your creativity, ...
07/21/2026

Don’t forget! 🖍️ Join us for Chalk Walk this Thursday, July 23, from 5–7 PM at Ann Street Plaza. Bring your creativity, invite your friends and family, and help us fill the sidewalks with colorful masterpieces. We can’t wait to see you there! 🎨✨

Kick off your weekend with live music at Downtown Summer Sound this Friday!Join us from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ann Street Plaza ...
07/20/2026

Kick off your weekend with live music at Downtown Summer Sound this Friday!

Join us from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ann Street Plaza for a free performance by Bad Mojo. Bring a lawn chair, grab dinner downtown and enjoy a summer evening filled with great music and good company.

📍 Ann Street Plaza
🕕 6-8 p.m. Friday

🚨 80s Night has been canceled due to hazardous air quality.The health and safety of our community, performers, vendors a...
07/17/2026

🚨 80s Night has been canceled due to hazardous air quality.

The health and safety of our community, performers, vendors and event staff comes first. We are hoping to reschedule the event and will share a confirmed date by next week.

Thank you for your understanding. Stay safe, East Lansing—we hope to see you on the dance floor soon! 🎶💿

07/17/2026

Due to poor air quality and for the safety of staff and community members, '80s Night has been canceled.

Business of the Week: Wellness Institute of Michigan 💙The Wellness Institute of Michigan’s Brookfield Plaza location is ...
07/16/2026

Business of the Week: Wellness Institute of Michigan 💙

The Wellness Institute of Michigan’s Brookfield Plaza location is open and fully accessible during construction.

Located in Brookfield Plaza, the Wellness Institute of Michigan provides mental health services, medication management, and psychological testing to support the needs of the community.

🚧 While nearby road work may make the area look more difficult to access, patients and visitors can continue reaching the office via Grand River Avenue. If you have an upcoming appointment, don’t let construction keep you away — the team is here and ready to welcome you.

We encourage everyone to continue supporting local businesses during construction. Your visits make a difference, and businesses throughout Downtown East Lansing remain open and ready to serve the community.

☀️ Summer savings are here in Downtown East Lansing!Check the link in our bio to see all participating businesses and di...
07/15/2026

☀️ Summer savings are here in Downtown East Lansing!

Check the link in our bio to see all participating businesses and discover your next favorite downtown stop!

Tag a friend you’d love to explore Downtown East Lansing with this summer. 💚

🍦🎸 FREE ICE CREAM + 80s NIGHT! 🎸🍦Get ready for an unforgettable 80s Night, presented by Retro Duck! 🕶️🎶A huge thank you ...
07/14/2026

🍦🎸 FREE ICE CREAM + 80s NIGHT! 🎸🍦

Get ready for an unforgettable 80s Night, presented by Retro Duck! 🕶️🎶

A huge thank you to RJ’s Burgers & Ice Cream Co. for bringing the sweet treats! They’ll be serving from 6-9:00 PM, and the first 350 guests will receive FREE ice cream! 🍦

A special thank you to Retro Duck for presenting this event and to all of our amazing sponsors for helping make ‘80s Night possible. We can’t wait to see you at Ann St. Plaza!

🌈 Drag Show Reminder! Join East Lansing PRIDE on July 16 at Landshark for a night of incredible local drag entertainment...
07/13/2026

🌈 Drag Show Reminder! Join East Lansing PRIDE on July 16 at Landshark for a night of incredible local drag entertainment featuring the first title performance by newly crowned Mx. East Lansing PRIDE, Mag N. Cheez!

🕗 Doors open at 8 p.m. | Show runs 9–11 p.m.
💵 $10 admission | 21+

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