Retro Rockin' Into the New Year!
Guest Writer: Jay Krammes
Lansing is closing out 2025 with a major downtown celebration: the Grewal Hall NYE Party featuring Starfarm!
Living Here
Historic Downtown: 224 S. Washington
Guest Writer: Jay Krammes
Grewal Hall, located at 224 S. Washington, is situated in a building with nearly a century of downtown Lansing history behind it.
Opening Soon: Dungeons and Flagons
Guest Writer: Andy Bourgeois
Dungeons and Flagons, located at 215 S. Washington in the Atrium Building, is opening on December 4, and whether you’re a veteran adventurer or a Dungeons and Dragons greenhorn, they have you covered.
December Letter from the Director
The holiday season is here! Between the installation of Lansing’s beloved ornaments in the traffic circle, the glow and excitement of Silver Bells in the City, and cheerful storefront décor, it’s hard not to feel a little bit of the holiday spirit around us. It’s also an incredibly busy time for our merchants — and for all of us — as we move through the hustle and bustle of gift buying, family gatherings, business holiday parties, and more.
Think Outside the (Gift) Box: Unique Holiday Gifts from Downtown Lansing
This holiday season, skip the ordinary and give a gift that truly stands out: one that celebrates local businesses and experiences right here in Downtown Lansing. Whether you’re shopping for the history buff, the book lover, the plant enthusiast, or the young artist in your life, Downtown Lansing has something creative for everyone on your list.
3 DEGREE GUARANTEE: The Big Red Ball Rolls Back into Downtown Lansing
The annual black-tie fundraiser supports Downtown Lansing Inc.’s mission to revitalize and reenergize the city’s core.
December Volunteers of the month: Big Red Ball Planning Committee
As a volunteer-led organization, we are thankful for those who contribute their time, expertise, and passion to Downtown Lansing Inc. activities and programs. As we close out this calendar year, we’d like to feature a group of volunteers who spent the past 5-6 months brainstorming ideas, planning the entertainment and event layout, reaching out to donors, and promoting the 2nd annual Big Red Ball fundraising gala.
December Business of the Month: La Cucina Cubana
Guest Writer: Melissa Cole
For those seeking a true taste of Cuba in the heart of Michigan’s Downtown, La Cucina Cubana brings the vibrant flavors, colors, and spirit of Havana straight to Downtown Lansing. Known for its authentic cuisine and welcoming atmosphere, La Cucina Cubana has quickly become a favorite destination for food lovers and downtown diners alike.
Downtown Lansing Just Turned on Holiday Mode With Big Red Ball Week
By: Nathan Vandenburg (via The Game 730 AM)
Listen, you know you’re from Lansing when you get excited about the red balls going up again in Downtown Lansing for the holiday season. While it may sound weird, “Big Red Ball Week” is the official kick-off to the holiday season here in the capital city.
Data center proposed for Downtown Lansing would be first of its kind in US
A UK-based company, Deep Green Energy, plans to build a 25,000-square-foot data center in Downtown Lansing that would recycle its waste heat to supply the Lansing Board of Water & Light. The $1 million project could create over 50 tech jobs and lower energy costs, pending city zoning approval, with construction expected to begin in March 2026. (Source: WILX)
