Play in the Park

Play in the Park, an interactive children's entertainment series, has become a tradition in East Lansing. Children and their families can bring a picnic, blanket and/or lawn chair and enjoy family friendly entertainment in a beautiful park setting.

New Location for 2021 Season 


Play in the Park will take place in a new location during the 2021 season! The series will take place at Patriarche Park, 960 Alton Road, at 7 p.m. on either Tuesday or Wednesday. It's free! *Canceled in the event of rain or severe weather.
  • Tuesdays in July
  • The fun begins at 7 p.m.
  • Valley Court Park, 280 Valley Court
  • It's free!
  • Tuesdays in July
  • The fun begins at 7 p.m.
  • Valley Court Park, 280 Valley Court
  • It's free!

    • 2021 Dates      

    Wednesday, July 21
    Amazing Clark Entertainment
    Wednesday, Aug. 4 Michigan Science Center
    Tuesday, Aug. 17 Aarin Dokum from the Nokomis Cultural Heritage Center
    A presentation will be provided on Anishinaabemowin - the language of the First Nations people.