Mt. Pleasant

  • Ziibiwing Cultural

    Ziibiwing Cultural

    The Ziibiwing Cultural Center is the Midwest's Premier American Indian Museum dedicated to sharing the rich culture of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe of Michigan and the Great Lakes Anishinabek.

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  • Getaway to Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

    Life is good in the center of it all and in the sweet center of Michigan is Mount Pleasant. The rich heritage of the Native American culture, entertaining your family at the new Discovery Museum, cheering on the Chippewa’s at a sporting event, or shopping in historic downtown, there’s always something to do and see right here in Mount Pleasant. Wow! That’s the way the world should be!

  • Explore Mt. Pleasant
    Big city amenities with a small town feel, discover Mount Pleasant! Attend one of the many events at CMU, live entertainment at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort, splash and surfing at the new Soaring Eagle Waterpark and Hotel, even play a round of golf at the new Bucks Run golf simulator. Take in one of our museums and art galleries. It's all here at the center of it all--Mt. Pleasant--keeping warm this winter has never been hotter.
    Mt. Pleasant Accommodations
    Coming to Mt. Pleasant for business or pleasure, festival or event or to just get away? Whatever the reason, Mt. Pleasant has a large variety of lodging properties to choose from. Check out our online “Book a Room” feature for great hotel prices.
    Freaking Freezing Challenge
    The first annual Freaking Freezing Challenge is a unique winter-themed 5K obstacle course that challenges its participants to brave Michigan’s brutal elements. Going beyond your typical obstacle course, this race will travel through the parks of Mount Pleasant where racers can expect to run, jump, climb and crawl their way to victory! Takes place February 9, 2013.  Sign up today! 
    Mt. Pleasant Festivals and Events

    Great festivals and events are happening in Mt. Pleasant.

    • CMU Men’s Basketball vs. Ball State, Jan. 19th 
    • CMU Women’s Basketball vs. Northern Illinois, Jan. 19th
    • CMU Presents: An Evening with Gen. Colin Powell , Jan. 24th
    • Central Michigan International Film Festival, Feb.8th-10th & 14th-17th
    • 2013 Mount Pleasant Polar Plunge, Feb. 16th
    • Little Big Town at the Soaring Eagle Casino, March 9th
    • CMU’s 24th Annual Celebrating Life Pow Wow, March 23rd-24th
    Things to do in Mt. Pleasant

    It’s time to play in Mount Pleasant!

    • Ziibiwing Cultural Center -- Learn the history, culture and contemporary society of the Saginaw Chippewa Indian Tribe and Great Lakes Anishinabek.
    • Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort-- The Midwest’s largest four-diamond entertainment resort; world-class concerts, a variety of dining options, four-diamond Spa and the hottest gaming action.
    • Historic Downtown Shopping -- Remarkable specialty shops, art galleries, eclectic dining, bars and bistros; "big city" amenities with small-town service and charm.
    • Children’s Discovery Museum -- Engaging, hands-on environment to spark creativity, nourish learning and inspire the curiosity in children.
    • Virtual Golf at Bucks Run --  Play golf this winter at Bucks Run Virtual Golf Center--offers 15 Championship golf courses from around the world in a relaxed indoor setting.
    • Soaring Eagle Waterpark and Hotel -- Slip and glide through Loon’s Loop, or hang ten on wave after wave on the FlowRider wave and body board area.
    Small Town Charm – Visit Downtown
    Step in Mount Pleasant and you will find a welcoming, friendly getaway. Sample one-of-a-kind dishes, take in a special event, or do some specialty shopping in Downtown Mount Pleasant. Sled or cross country ski in one of our beautiful parks, create a take-home project at Art reach or listen to a new band in one of the local restaurants or pubs. Shop, eat and play in Downtown Mt. Pleasant.
    Big City Fun
     Mt. Pleasant creates unique experiences with big city amenities. Central Michigan University is home to over 500 events annually ranging from theatre performances and lectures to cheering on the CMU Chippewas in Kelly/Shorts Stadium at a football game. There is always something to do in Mt. Pleasant and on CMU’s campus. Try your luck at the Soaring Eagle Casino and Resort and  at one of their 4,400 slot machines, enjoy a great line up of world-class concerts, or relax in their 4-diamond Spa. Mount Pleasant -- life is good in the center of it all.
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    Everything you need to plan your next trip to the Central Michigan area. The Mount Pleasant area visitors guide includes visitor information on lodging, things to do, recreation, annual events, parks, a dining guide, area map and more.

  • Mt. Pleasant

  • Mount Pleasant Weather

    Now
    M/CLOUDY
    16°F
    M/CLOUDY, humidity 67%, barometer 30.28,
    wind 5 mph W
    Thursday
    Cloudy and cold; some afternoon snow
    26°F | 11°F
    Cloudy and cold; some afternoon snow
    Friday
    Increasingly windy with a little snow
    32°F | 29°F
    Increasingly windy with a little snow
    Saturday
    Rain and snow possible in the morning
    40°F | 15°F
    Rain and snow possible in the morning
    Sunday
    Mostly cloudy, flurries; much colder
    18°F | 8°F
    Mostly cloudy, flurries; much colder
    Monday
    Cloudy; snow possible, windy and frigid
    15°F | 6°F
    Cloudy; snow possible, windy and frigid

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