A family takes a photo near the rose garden at Applewood Estate in Flint, Michigan.

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!

Exploring the Flint Children’s Museum

There is a place in Flint & Genesee where the turrets of a castle can be seen from miles away. A place where wonder and magic walk hand in hand with learning and fun. One that teaches with play and experience. And it’s not far from the heart of downtown Flint. The Flint Children’s Museum is a…

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Spending New Year’s Eve in Flint & Genesee

It’s hard to believe that as the holiday season gets in full swing it’s also time to start making New Year’s Eve plans. Luckily, there are a lot of options in Flint & Genesee to stay local and celebrate the changing of the year. If you are in the mood to rock, you can get tickets for The Machine…

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Getting in the Holiday Mood in Flint & Genesee

With December approaching, it’s time to let yourself dream of the warmth of a cozy fire, a hot drink, and the twinkling of lights. With the winter holidays on their way, it’s a perfect time to get into the spirit of things with some local entertainment. The holiday season kicks off in earnest on…

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Ideas For Those Rainy Days in Flint & Genesee

With warm weather comes the need to find things to do for the kids in our lives. But that gets complicated when the rain comes. With that in mind, it’s always a good idea to have a plan in place for what to do when inclement weather does hit so that you aren’t stuck in the house. While it’s easy to…

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