By Shakayla Zoss
DLI is honored to invite the people of Michigan to our Second Annual Big Red Ball, celebrating bold vision, big energy, and the shared mission to transform Michigan’s Downtown!
Downtown Lansing is gearing up for one of its most anticipated fall traditions — Trick or Treat on the Square, happening Friday, October 24, from 5-7 pm.
Families from across the region will gather along Washington Square for an evening filled with candy, costumes, and community spirit. The annual event has become a highlight of the season, drawing thousands of visitors who come to celebrate Halloween in the heart of the city.
Source: Courtney Bowerman via Lansing City Pulse
I always meant to give Tatse a try. Despite not being fond of spicy food, I was curious about West African cuisine. Unfortunately, the downtown restaurant closed before I could work up the nerve to actually go inside. So, when Jollof Afro-Caribbean Lounge opened in its place a few months ago, I took that as a sign to seize the moment.
Guest Writer: Chioma Lewis
This summer, Downtown Lansing’s Stadium District is serving up a home run of fun with its all-new Stadium District Passport Series—a biweekly adventure that brings the best of local dining, shopping, and events into one easy (and rewarding) experience.
We are excited to spotlight Liberty McPike as our August Volunteer of the Month. Liberty serves as Member Experience Assistant Manager at Lake Trust Credit Union. For many years, Liberty has been volunteering to plan and coordinate our annual Evening of Excellence celebration held each August to celebrate our volunteers, businesses, partners and neighbors who support our mission to illuminate the path forward for Michigan’s Downtown.
Guest Writer: Mario Gonzales
Dear Downtown Lansing,
Since arriving in Michigan in 2003, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing your journey—one of grit, transformation, and tenacity. I became a Michigander during what many called the “Lost Decade,” when uncertainty and hardship seemed woven into our state’s identity. Those years weren’t easy. As the auto industry stumbled and cities across Michigan felt the strain, it often seemed like no one was willing to bet on you — our Capital City.
Guest Writer: Jay Krammes
As summer winds down, there’s no better way to enjoy the last rays of sunshine than by experiencing the vibrant events happening in Downtown Lansing. Whether you’re an art or music enthusiast, a sports fan, a foodie, or a nature lover, there’s something for everyone to enjoy this season.
DLI’s Annual Evening of Excellence Celebration
Guest Writer: Jay Krammes
Located at 329 S Washington Square, Devil’s Day Tattoo stands out as a tattoo studio dedicated to fostering inclusivity, creativity, and community engagement. This shop offers more than just tattoos—it provides a welcoming space where art and activism intersect. Devil’s Day Tattoo is committed to creating an environment where everyone feels at home.
Source: Graham Couch via Lansing State Journal
Desmond Ferguson grew up in Lansing at the height of the downtown Lansing Gus Macker 3-on-3 tournaments in the early to mid-90s. He’d love to bring that vibe back to Lansing again.
Source: Daylyn Huff via WLNS
LANSING, Mich. (WLNS)– The farmers market is back on the Capitol lawn!
Community members can shop locally with 60 Michigan farmers and vendors and enjoy music performances from the Lansing Symphony Orchestra.
“We are beyond excited to be celebrating the twentieth anniversary of the Farmers Markets at the Capitol this year,” says MIFMA Executive Director Amanda Shreve in a news release to 6 News.
