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The Explore Flint & Genesee blog features local attractions, restaurants, and weekly things to do in and around the county. Here you'll be able to learn more about our area to help you plan your next trip or discover your next favorite attraction or restaurant in Flint & Genesee!

What to Do This Weekend in Flint & Genesee: Dec. 12-14

This weekend, you can enjoy holiday fun, check out the Flint Art Walk, enjoy some seasonal music, or take in a stand-up comedy show. Dec. 12 & 13| 10th Annual Christmas Concert Holy Redeemer Church hosts a free concert featuring vocal soloists, big band music, traditional choir standards, and a…

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What to Do This Weekend in Flint & Genesee: Dec. 5-8

The holidays are in full swing, and there are great events celebrating the season happening every day. This weekend is full of fun, and here are just a few of the options waiting for you. Dec.5| 7th Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Creasey Bicentennial Park in Grand Blanc hosts this free holiday…

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What to Do This Weekend in Flint & Genesee: Nov. 28-30

This weekend, you are covered if you are looking to laugh, do some holiday shopping, or just enjoy the spirit of the season. Comedy Night @ The Market - 10th Black Friday Season| Nov. 28 Hit the Flint Farmers’ Market for a night of laughter as Billy Ray Bauer and Bill Bushart headline the…

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Enjoy a Gilded Age Christmas at Whaley Historic House Museum

“This is a symbol of Flint’s ‘Golden Age,’” says Justin Wetenhall, director of Whaley Historic House Museum. “In that time, Flint was among the richest cities in America. What’s neat about this house is that it’s not just a preserved building but is a window to the past of what Flint was like in the…

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Support Local Restaurants This Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving brings warm feelings and thoughts of delicious meals. The stress of planning and preparing a large meal for friends and family can lessen the fun of this great holiday. Thankfully, there are several businesses in Flint & Genesee that can help make Thanksgiving less stressful and even…

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What to Do This Weekend in Flint & Genesee: Nov. 21-23

Whether you’re looking to rock out, hear some smooth music, go out with the ladies, or learn to make some holiday crafts, this weekend is full of fun waiting to be had. Sabbath - North America's Black Sabbath| Nov. 21 The Machine Shop welcomes Sabbath for a night of music in tribute to the great…

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What to Do This Weekend in Flint & Genesee: Nov. 14-16

There’s a lot to do this weekend, from a concert at the Capitol to the downtown Flint Art Walk, or a roller derby bout, perhaps a magic show, or a book fair for adults; you have a lot of fun to choose from. Ben Folds & A Piano| Nov. 14 Emmy-nominated musician Ben Folds brings his genre-bending…

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Gift Giving Made Easy in Genesee County

Finding the perfect gift for the people on your list is easier when shopping in Genesee County, with many places to shop for a wide array of unique and thoughtful gifts made locally, and waiting for you. Wine & Spirits Fenton Winery & Brewery/Dream Machine Distillery Featuring a brewery, winery…

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What to Do This Weekend in Flint & Genesee: Nov. 7-9

This weekend, you can enjoy live music, shop at a craft fair, and play some competitive bingo because it’s a weekend packed with fun waiting to be discovered. 16 Strings - Live at Barley & Vine| Nov. 7 Barley & Vine hosts 16 Strings, featuring a mix of modern and classic pop, country, and rock…

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