Nearby Mid-Michigan Adventures in Your Subaru
With such a fun-to-drive vehicle, you might be tempted to go out and adventure the state in your versatile and comfortable Subaru. Did you know there are many fun activities just a little closer to home in the mid-Michigan region? Take your family out for fun this weekend with some Thelen Subaru favorite recommendations for things to do in the Great Lakes Bay Region, all just a short drive from Bay City.
Our Favorite Mid-Michigan Family Destinations
Dow Gardens (Midland) – Now is the perfect time of the year to experience this absolutely stunning outdoor attraction located in Midland. The Dow Gardens are home to amazing landscapes and plenty of scenery to let everyone in the family feel relaxed while on their adventure. There are also gorgeous statues and other pieces of artwork scattered across the expansive gardens. For more information on the Dow Gardens, you can visit their website here.
Bronner’s Christmas Wonderland (Frankenmuth) – Chances are that even if you’ve never been to this amazing building, you have heard about it. Located in gorgeous Frankenmuth, MI, Bronner’s is the perfect family destination all year long. It doesn’t have to be Christmas to go visit this iconic staple of the mid-Michigan community. If you’re looking for a full day of fun, there are also plenty of other great restaurants and businesses around Bronner’s that you can incorporate into your trip! For more information on Bronner’s, check out their website here.
Saginaw Children’s Zoo – Another great way to take advantage of the remaining beautiful summer days that mid-Michigan has to offer is by going to the zoo. The Saginaw Children’s Zoo is home to a diverse group of animals that will be sure to capture your young and older children’s attention as you walk around the zoo. The attraction also has plenty of other things to do when you’re taking a break from looking at the animals. We highly recommend this as a fun and educational trip as we are entering school time in mid-Michigan! Learn more about the Saginaw Children’s Zoo here.
(Photo Credit: Dow Gardens / Michigan)


