Connecting Parks, Play and Visitors: A Look at Sports Tourism in Greater Lansing

Parks and recreation are at the heart of many sporting experiences. They provide places to train, compete, and connect while creating welcoming spaces for residents and visitors alike. During National Parks and Recreation Month, we're highlighting the important role these spaces play in supporting sport tourism across Greater Lansing and beyond…

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Top 5 Things to Do in Greater Lansing Outside of Competition

A trip for sports is about more than what happens on the playing surface. Between games, practices, and championship rounds, athletes, coaches, and families often have time to explore. InGreater Lansing, Michigan, you'll find a variety of activities, attractions, and outdoor experiences located just minutes from major sports venues and hotels…

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Beyond the Lane: Lansing Sports Commission Champions Community Connection

National Stage, Local Impact The 6th Annual NAIA Men’s and Women’s Bowling National Championships rolled into Lansing’s Royal Scot Golf & Bowl in mid-March 2026, bringing 192 elite athletes, coaches, and staff from across the nation. While the competition was fierce with theMount Mercy Mustangs (Iowa) staging a thrilling comeback to take the men's title and Pikeville (Kentucky) clinching the women’s division, the true impact of the weekend extended far beyond the final score…

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Where to Watch the Game in Lansing: From Classic Sports Bars to Local Favorites

Lansing comes alive on game day, and you can still feel that energy even if you're not in the arena. Whether you’re following the NCAA Tournament, cheering on the Spartans, or just looking for a great place to catch the game, there are plenty of spots to tune in. From East Lansing favorites near campus to local sports bars across the region, here’s where you can watch and be part of the action, during March Madness and year-round…

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The Women Behind the FIERCE Girls in Sports Clinic

In February 2025, the Lansing Sports Commission launched its FIERCE initiative with the inaugural FIERCE Women in Sports event, created to recognize and support women in the sports industry. As the Women in Sports event returns in 2026, the Lansing Sports Commission is also introducing a new addition to the FIERCE series: the first-ever FIERCE Girls in Sports Clinic…

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