WinterOff season ~32°F highs

Things to do in Lansing in December

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Lansing, with average highs around 32°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

Plan a December weekend Where else in December

Best picks for December

What's famous here, weighted toward what shines in December.

1Indoor escape

Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum

art museum in East Lansing, Michigan

Michigan State Capitol

state capitol building of the U.S. state of Michigan

3Indoor escape

R. E. Olds Transportation Museum

Holidays in December 2026

Christmas Day · Fri, Dec 25

Expect busier roads and pricier stays around these dates. See long weekends.

What’s on in Lansing in December

Concerts, games and shows in the next few weeks. Tickets open on Ticketmaster.

Wed, Dec 2 · Time TBAMichigan State Spartans Mens Basketball vs. Minnesota Gophers Mens BasketballJack Breslin Arena Plan a weekend around it

Lansing in December: quick answers

Is December a good time to visit Lansing?

December is off season (quieter, and often cheaper) to visit Lansing, with average highs around 32°F. Museums and indoor sights come into their own, with fewer crowds outside.

What is the weather like in Lansing in December?

Average daytime highs are around 32°F, compared with 84°F in the warmest month. Check the forecast a week out; our planner favors indoor stops on rainy days.

What are the best things to do in Lansing in December?

Top picks for December: Eli and Edythe Broad Art Museum, Michigan State Capitol, R. E. Olds Transportation Museum, Grosvenor House Museum, Impression 5 Science Center.