No Snow? No Problem. Snow-Free Winter Things to Do in Michigan

Take a Hike

Many Michigan hiking trails are still open in the winter months. Or you could visit a local garden or park and enjoy a brisk walk. 

Go Fat Tire Biking

Whether there’s snow on the trail or not, fat tire biking is becoming a popular winter activity across the state, and it’s the perfect way to get outside this winter!

Visit a Michigan Museum

No matter where your interests lie — history, science, art, or music — you’ll find museums in Michigan to engage and delight you. From the Upper Peninsula to the Detroit Metro Area, you can spend a day or a week exploring one or more of these amazing Michigan museums.

Learn to Curl

Scotland may be home to the international governing body for curling, but in recent years it has captured the attention of scores of Americans.

That admiration includes many Michiganders, and curling clubs in Michigan can be found all over the state.

Go Ice Skating

Ice skating is a favorite thing to do during the winter months for Michigan residents of all ages.

Whether you prefer the grooming of an indoor ice rink or the natural aspects of outdoor ice rinks, you are sure to find plenty of Michigan ice skating rinks no matter which part of the state you look at.

Sip from the Vine

Just because winter brings cold weather and snow doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy wine at a Michigan vineyard.

With its location along the 45th parallel, the Greater Traverse City area has dozens of wineries and vineyards. 

Take Flight Through History

For indoor amusement and learning opportunities in one place, you can’t go wrong with a visit to the Air Zoo.

It’s home to more than 100 air and space artifacts, about a dozen exhibits, aerospace-related shows, and indoor amusement rides.

Grab a Cup of Java

There’s nothing like grabbing a hot cup of coffee (or other hot beverage) to start a winter day or warm up after playing in the snow.

Michigan has an abundance of coffee shops, but we’re particular to these Michigan coffee shops.

Catch the Northern Lights

Did you know that winter is an exciting time for stargazers? Being so far north, Michiganders have the opportunity to see the Northern Lights.

Clear nights during winter offer the best viewing experience, and the farther north you go, the better your experience will be.

Dine in an Igloo

You don’t have to forgo eating and drinking outdoors with friends just because it’s cold outside. More and more igloos are popping up at restaurants, breweries, and wineries across Michigan.

Add an igloo dining experience to your winter bucket list.

Spend a Day on the Beach

Some sandy shorelines are packed during summer months but deserted during the winter, and we are now entering the peak season of deserted beaches, which means it’s the perfect time to take those thermals and snow boots to the lakeshore.