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SOURCE: GABRIELLE LAWRENCE & BRYAN BEVERLY VIA LANSING CITY PULSE

Source: David Parks via WILX

LANSING, Mich. (WILX) -JJ’s Hot Dog House in Lansing held a hot dog eating contest in downtown Lansing on Friday afternoon.

Contestants had an opportunity to eat as many hot dogs as they could within a ten-minute timeframe.

“I’m talking a lot of trash, but whether I win or lose, I’m getting free lunch basically. So, it’s all good here,” said Shawn Whipple.

Source: Sarah Moore via Lansing State Journal 

Comic Con is coming to Lansing allowing fans to fill want lists, meet their favorite comic book artists and, of course, cosplay like never before.

”Capital City Comic Con isn’t just a vendor hall, there’s a lot of activities going on, too. Join a costume contest, make a craft, paint something, play a game, watch a panel, participate in a workshop,” Comic Con said.

Source: WILX News 10

Fireworks lit up the Lansing sky, but it was the voices in the crow that truly captured the spirit of Independence Day. News 10’s Marz Anderson reports.

Source: WKZO Randy Stine

LANSING, MI — Mid-Michigan’s ultimate celebration of pop culture is back. Capital City Comic Con returns to the Lansing Center July 11–13, 2025, for three days of celebrity guests, cosplay, gaming in downtown Lansing.

Cathleen Edgerly, Executive Director at Downtown Lansing Inc., joins Morning Blend to talk about new things you can enjoy in Downtown Lansing and exciting things to look forward to. Learn more at DowntownLansing.org.

Downtown Lansing is the place to be this 4th of July. Whether you’re into baseball, parades, fireworks, or unique river adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. 

Here’s your guide to celebrating the holiday in Michigan’s Downtown!

Independence Day Celebrations at Jackson® Field™

July 4 starting at 4:45 p.m. 

Downtown Lansing Inc. is proud to be a sponsor of Lansing Pride 2025. While the main festivities take place just north of downtown in the vibrant Old Town district, we’re excited to uplift and support this important event that brings people from across the region together in a colorful celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community.

Guest Writer: Alex Rusek

Guest Writer: Chioma Lewis 

Join us for our annual Evening of Excellence as we recognize our dedicated volunteers, valued business partners, community supporters, and neighbors who help us grow a brighter future for Downtown Lansing. 

This year’s theme is “Planting Seeds of Change: Together We Grow.” As we lay the foundation for the future, we’ll nurture our present connections, celebrate the community we’re building today, and look ahead to a community designed to thrive.