Family-Friendly Activities - Fun Things to Do with Kids in Kalamazoo

Kalamazoo is a place with a vibrant, diverse community. As a town that prides itself on culture, art, and tourism, there are various tenets of its history and identity to explore. Moreover, it’s bursting with fun, family-friendly activities across a wide range of experiences, including: 

Visits to Kalamazoo Valley Museum

Established in 1881, Kalamazoo Valley Museum features a collection of anthropological items, natural history specimens, and antiques. Kids visiting the museum will learn about the history of Kalamazoo as well as have fun with the interactive exhibitions.  

Enjoying Kalamazoo Nature Center

Covering over 1,100 acres, the Kalamazoo Nature Center is a haven of natural beauty. It features ponds, wetlands, forests, Nature Up Close exhibits, and programs for adults and children. You can also explore the walking and hiking trails available. 

Splash And Swim in The Kik Pool

Your kids can enjoy cooling off in the Kik Pool, which offers aqua fitness, water play, swimming lessons, and birthday parties. After drying off, head over to Upjohn Park’s boundless playground, where people of all abilities and ages can play on the rubber-turfed surfaces. The Park also features tennis courts, skatepark, basketball courts, and covered picnic tables. 

Kalamazoo Mall

Constructed in the 1950s with major streets closed, Kalamazoo Mall was built from Eleanor Street to Lovell. The four-block mall was the first outdoor pedestrian shopping mall in America. Activities to enjoy with your kids in the mall include:

  • Walking around, eating, and enjoying public art displays in Downtown Kalamazoo

  • Seeing art and culture events at the Epic Center Complex

  • Getting hand-crafted truffles at Confections with Convictions

Enjoy Fun Activities with Your Kids in Kalamazoo

Whether you’re looking to visit a museum, enjoy the outdoors, or find a place to play or eat, Kalamazoo offers a myriad of activities for families to engage in. If you’d like to know more about the fun things to do in Kalamazoo or where to stay while there, please feel free to reach us at 269-350-5514 today.


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