Lansing Center

🎃 Something spooky just popped up in Downtown Lansing — and you have to see it! 👀

If you're visiting the Lansing Center with a group before October 31st, we've got the perfect way to add a little Halloween magic to your visit. Just a short 10-minute walk over to Washington Sq. and you'll find the Big Spooky Pumpkins waiting for you! 🎃✨

Snap a selfie, grab a group pic, and soak in the Spooky Season vibes. Then keep the fun going by stopping into one of our amazing downtown businesses and restaurants — grab a bite, do a little shopping, and support the local spots that make our city so special. 🍽️🛍️

📣 Tag your crew, share this post, and tell us your favorite downtown spot below! Let's show some love for Downtown Lansing this season. 👇

Looking for something fun to do this Thursday, August 20? 🎶✨

Make a night of it in Downtown Lansing! Start with Downtown After 5: Connect. Vibe. Discover. and explore some of the amazing local businesses, then make your way to the Grand Concert Series - The Dangling Participles for an evening of live music along the Grand River. 🌆🎵

Grab your friends, enjoy the downtown vibes, discover something new, and end the night with great music by the river! You won’t want to miss it! 🎸🌊

Savor the last Downtown After 5: Connect. Vibe. Discover. of the summer on Thursday, August 20th from 5-7pm!

✅Live Music at Nelson Gallery and along the Riverwalk with the Grand Concert Series
✅Check out the 100 block of Washington Square for vendors, games and a fun art project!
✅ Over 25 local Downtown Lansing businesses participating

Today, we celebrated a very special team member, Mike Horning, with a farewell party as he begins his well-deserved retirement! 🎉

Mike has been part of the Lansing Center family from the very beginning—literally! He has been with us since the building was constructed from the ground up in 1987, dedicating nearly four decades of hard work, knowledge, and commitment to our team and our facility.

While we are certainly going to miss having Mike around, we are so grateful for the many years he has shared with us and the lasting impact he has made.

Please join us in celebrating Mike and wishing him all the best in his retirement! Congratulations, Mike! 🎉👏

Supporting Our Community!

"Sustainability is about more than the environment—it’s about building a stronger community. Our Lansing Complex team recently volunteered with Child and Family Charities to help prepare for their backpack distribution, supporting local children as they head into the new school year. I’m proud to see our team making a difference right here in our community!" 💚

— Melissa Zemer, Sustainability Committee Chair

🎉 Thank You, Mike! 🎉

After more than 39 years of dedicated service, we’re celebrating the retirement of Mike Horning and the incredible mark he has left on our team, our facilities, and our community.

Mike has been an integral part of our Maintenance Department since the Lansing Center opened its doors on May 20, 1987. He’s been here through the construction of the stadium, countless events, challenges, changes, and milestones — always bringing his extensive knowledge, mechanical expertise, dedication, and positive attitude to everything he did.

Much of Mike’s work happened behind the scenes, but its impact was felt by our customers, coworkers, and properties every day. His ability to troubleshoot, dismantle, repair, and reassemble just about anything is truly unmatched, and his knowledge and willingness to help will be incredibly difficult to replace.

Mike, thank you for 39+ years of hard work, dedication, compassion, and friendship. Your contributions have made a lasting difference, and your legacy will be a part of our properties for years to come.

Please join us in wishing Mike all the best as he hangs up his toolbelt and begins his next chapter! 🛠️🎉

Thank you Michigan Waterways Stewards for a river refresh behind the Lansing Center and along the Grand River!