Things to do in Saginaw
Andersen Enrichment Center
The Center is a great meeting place that can accommodate groups of 10-150 guests. The modern setting overlooks the manicured Lucille E. Andersen Memorial Garden, and is a perfect place for conferences, weddings, receptions, meetings and parties. Call 989-759-1362 for more information.
120 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw, MI
Andersen Water Park
Enjoy body surfing through crashing waves or screaming down towering water slides. Relax, work on your tan and your appetite. Andersen Water Park has twin 40-foot water slides, a heated half-million gallon wave pool, 29,000 square feet of sunbathing area, bath house, showers, lockers, free parking, tube and chair rental and picnic tables. Open seven days from late May - Labor Day. Call 989-755-5160 for more information.
5 minutes west of I-75 (exit 149B), Saginaw, MI
Children's Zoo at Celebration Square
Complete with a wonderful hand-carved carousel and miniature train ride, the Children's Zoo at Celebration Square features nearly 10 acres of exhibits and animal learning experiences. The rapidly growing zoo also features a concession, brand new gift shop, pony rides. Exhibits include the Forgotten Forest, Butterfly Encounter, Dinosaur Dig, Awareness Amphitheater, Chick Hatchery, and the newest exhibit of Capuchin Monkeys. Open daily May 1st - August 31st & Weekends Only (Sat. & Sun.) in September; Monday - Saturday 10am – 5pm with late hours on Wednesday 10am – 8pm; Sundays & Holidays 11am – 6pm.
1730 S. Washington Avenue, Saginaw, MI
Hoyt Park
In Summertime it is the baseball, picnic, softball and biking place. In winter it becomes a huge outdoor ice-skating rink, with sledding hill and warming house. Located at S.Washington Avenue at Ezra Rust Drive, next to the zoo. Call 989-755-5160 for more information.
Japanese Cultural Center & Tea House
The Japanese Cultural Center, comprised of the teahouse and garden, was established as a symbol of friendship and cultural exchange with Saginaw's Sister City, Tokushima, Japan. These facilities are the result of a unique partnership. The citizens of both Tokushima and Saginaw shared in the cost of constructing the teahouse, built on land jointly owned by both cities. The teahouse is of authentic design and crafted in keeping with traditional Japanese architecture. The teahouses provide a ceremonial setting for the tea ceremony (Chado), promoting the concept of global and international harmony, respect, purity and tranquility, and expressing "Peace through a bowl of tea." Tea ceremonies are held the second Saturday of each month. Call 989-759-1648 for more information.
527 Ezra Rust Drive, Saginaw, MI
Ojibway Island
Saginaw has its own island---and it's a shady, wonderful place for concerts, riverside walks, biking, picnics and family activities. It's also the best seat in town for watching Saginaw's spectacular fireworks display each 4th of July. Look for more large concerts coming to Ojibway Island. The WKCQ Country Fest is usually the third Saturday in June. The island also hosts many other special events throughout the year. Call 989-759-1664 for more information.
Pit and Balcony Theatre Company
Offering great theatrical productions such as “Footloose”, “Nunsense”, “Hayfever” and a “Tuna Christmas”. Contact us directly for performance schedules and ticket costs. Call 989-754-6588 for more information.
805 North Hamilton, Saginaw, MI
Saginaw Art Museum
The Gallery has two galleries where you will find portions of the Museum's permanent collection. They are displayed in the Couse Gallery, showcasing painting and drawings by E. Irving Couse. The Dining Room Gallery has a rotation of thematic exhibitions throughout the year. Also, several sculptures are on permanent display in the Dining Room Gallery and in the Museum's garden. The Museum also loans out objects to other Michigan institutions to complement specific exhibitions and increase the circulation of the collection. The Saginaw Art Museum's active exhibit schedule averages between 25 and 30 shows per year. Exhibits range from displays of contemporary painting, drawing, sculpture, and photography to the classic arts of the past. Featured artists come from all over the country, and works by regional artists are frequently on display. Nationally touring shows and significant museum organized exhibits complete the program. The Gallery is open Tuesday – Friday 10am – 5pm; Sunday 1- 5pm; Mondays & Holidays it is closed. Call 517-754-2491 for more information.
126 North Michigan Avenue, Saginaw, MI
Saginaw Raceway
Saginaw Harness Raceway's 2002 live racing season begins mid-June 14 and extends the last Sunday in August. Full Card Simulcast broadcasting is offered year round, 7 days a week! Call 989-755-3451 for more information.
2701 E. Genesee, Saginaw, MI
Saginaw River and Riverwalk
Home of the Shiver on the River walleye contest, the Saginaw River and tributaries are world-class walleye waters. Trophy-sized fish are taken each winter through the ice and early in the spring. Along the banks of the 21-mile long Saginaw River is also a three-mile, hard-surfaced river walk that is great for hiking, biking or just easy strolls along rolling, shady parklands.
Wickes Playground
This award winning, destination-style playground was partially designed by area children. The wonderful playscape features unique climbing apparatus, a bermed hill, and a hard-surface track for small pedal vehicles, benches and many other colorful features. The playground was honored with an Achievement Award by the Michigan Municipal League in 1998. That was the first time Saginaw had won this honor. Located at the foot of the Court Street Bridge on Fordney Street