The best things to do in Carrollton

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Chuck E. Cheese

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Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

5105 Bay Rd (Saginaw)

Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

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Saginaw Escape

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From killer riddles to cursed cabins, lab outbreaks, and a bunker countdown, Saginaw Escape builds hyper-real rooms that pull you into the…

906 Lapeer Ave (Saginaw) · ✓ checked Jul 30

From killer riddles to cursed cabins, lab outbreaks, and a bunker countdown, Saginaw Escape builds hyper-real rooms that pull you into the story. Grab your crew this week for puzzles, then hit their GellyBall arenas, including a wild 3D UV Blacklight and Laser Swamp, for bonus bragging rights.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 7, 2026

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Dow Event Center

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Dow Event Center keeps your calendar full with Saginaw Spirit hockey, Disney On Ice, monster trucks and nights at Jolt Credit Union Event…

303 Johnson St (Saginaw) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Dow Event Center keeps your calendar full with Saginaw Spirit hockey, Disney On Ice, monster trucks and nights at Jolt Credit Union Event Park. The Saginaw Eddy Concert Band plays tonight, so grab a buddy and chase some summer vibes close to home.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 8, 2026

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Ready to upgrade your routine this week? Saginaw Country Club is Mid-Michigan’s longtime home for championship golf on a walkable par-71, a…

4465 Gratiot Rd (Saginaw) · ✓ checked Jul 30

Ready to upgrade your routine this week? Saginaw Country Club is Mid-Michigan’s longtime home for championship golf on a walkable par-71, a new year-round simulator room, updated pickleball and tennis, a poolside Hogan Grill to refuel, and a tight-knit community that’s been perfecting the hang since 1898.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Beech Hollow Golf Course is a classic 18-hole public track with mature trees, water sneaking into play, and a friendly, family-run vibe…

7494 Hospital Rd (Freeland)

Beech Hollow Golf Course is a classic 18-hole public track with mature trees, water sneaking into play, and a friendly, family-run vibe since 1987. Join a league, grind through all skill-level challenges, then debrief at the Bar & Grill or book the pavilion for your crew.

From the Midland newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Pleasant View Golf Course is a friendly 9-hole public track with a driving range where you can dial in wedges, then go chase a par 35 over…

3424 Barnard Rd (Saginaw)

Pleasant View Golf Course is a friendly 9-hole public track with a driving range where you can dial in wedges, then go chase a par 35 over 3,022 yards of approachable but interesting holes. Perfect for a low-stress loop or a weekend tune-up, with enough quirks to keep your regular foursome honest.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 26, 2026

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Golf course known for its tough but fair greens, and well-maintained fairways.

1435 S Thomas Rd (Saginaw)

Golf course known for its tough but fair greens, and well-maintained fairways.

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Indoor trampoline park offering dodgeball, ninja courses and foam pits, plus party and event packages.

2572 Tittabawassee Rd (Saginaw)

Indoor trampoline park offering dodgeball, ninja courses and foam pits, plus party and event packages.

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Crooked Creek Golf & Banquet keeps your week lively with 18 holes of championship golf, a relaxed Creekside Bar & Grille for post-round…

9387 Gratiot Rd (Saginaw)

Crooked Creek Golf & Banquet keeps your week lively with 18 holes of championship golf, a relaxed Creekside Bar & Grille for post-round bites and cold drinks, and Crooked Creek Bowling when you still have energy to burn. One spot for swings, strikes, and celebrations with friends.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Hoyt Park

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From Summer Youth Baseball to brisk loops around the lower bowl and the wonderfully weird Winter Outhouse Races, Hoyt Park keeps Saginaw…

1651 S Washington Ave (Saginaw) · ✓ checked Aug 11

From Summer Youth Baseball to brisk loops around the lower bowl and the wonderfully weird Winter Outhouse Races, Hoyt Park keeps Saginaw moving all year with volunteer-powered care, an ice rink and warming house for scheduled winter events, and that neighborhood vibe you actually want this week.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 18, 2026

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Skip the sofa this week and catch it with wall-to-wall EMX, Dolby Atmos rumble, and RealD 3D at Quality 10 Powered by Emagine. Huge…

3250 Kabobel Dr (Saginaw)

Skip the sofa this week and catch it with wall-to-wall EMX, Dolby Atmos rumble, and RealD 3D at Quality 10 Powered by Emagine. Huge screens, power recliners, and stone-fired pizza mean your movie night actually feels like a night out... plus fun throwback and kids series pop up often.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 22, 2026

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Entertainment complex featuring bowling, an arcade, bumper cars, escape rooms, laser tag, and axe throwing.

3750 Bay Rd (Saginaw)

Entertainment complex featuring bowling, an arcade, bumper cars, escape rooms, laser tag, and axe throwing.

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Green Acres Golf Course is a family-friendly 18 that plays tighter than it looks, with doglegs, small bent-grass greens, and mature woods…

7323 Dixie Hwy (Bridgeport)

Green Acres Golf Course is a family-friendly 18 that plays tighter than it looks, with doglegs, small bent-grass greens, and mature woods hugging the Cass River. Warm up on the range, then debrief in the newly remodeled lounge with sports-bar vibes... a solid Tri Cities go-to.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Fun Zone

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Neon-soaked nostalgia meets modern competition at Fashion Square Fun Zone, with classics and new titles, pinball wizardry, air hockey and…

Fashion Square Mall (Saginaw)

Neon-soaked nostalgia meets modern competition at Fashion Square Fun Zone, with classics and new titles, pinball wizardry, air hockey and pool, plus glowing crane games and a boxer machine for bragging rights. Perfect for quick after-work resets or friendly weekend showdowns with the crew.

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Twin Oaks Golf Course strings together three distinct 9s for 27 holes that can humble your low handicap buddy and still welcome your rusty…

6710 W Freeland Rd (Freeland)

Twin Oaks Golf Course strings together three distinct 9s for 27 holes that can humble your low handicap buddy and still welcome your rusty swing. It’s a laid-back, central Freeland spot to sneak in a different loop each week, join a league, or rally the crew for an outing.

From the Midland newsletter, August 28, 2026

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Sawmill Golf Club

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From a championship layout by John Sanford Jr. to a full-service range and practice area, Sawmill Golf Club is the tune-up and test you…

19 Sawmill Blvd (Saginaw)

From a championship layout by John Sanford Jr. to a full-service range and practice area, Sawmill Golf Club is the tune-up and test you want in one place. Natural wetlands, pine groves, and bunkered fairways keep it interesting, then the Pub & Grill with local beers and craft cocktails rewards the round.

From the Midland newsletter, September 6, 2026

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With 150 animals, 80 gardens, and a hand-painted carousel, Saginaw Children's Zoo turns an ordinary afternoon into that sweet combo of…

1730 S Washington Ave (Saginaw)

With 150 animals, 80 gardens, and a hand-painted carousel, Saginaw Children's Zoo turns an ordinary afternoon into that sweet combo of hands-on learning and kid energy. Interactive exhibits, camps, and plenty of ways to get involved make it a go-to when the family needs fresh air and happy brains.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, September 6, 2026

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Fun Way Amusements

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Crave a midweek energy dump or a family win? Fun Way Amusements lines up go karts, mini golf, laser tag, bumper boats, batting cages, a…

5200 Kokomo Dr (Saginaw)

Crave a midweek energy dump or a family win? Fun Way Amusements lines up go karts, mini golf, laser tag, bumper boats, batting cages, a bounce house, a stacked arcade, plus a cafe turning out 14" pizzas, cheesy breadsticks, jumbo chicken wings, and halal-friendly options. Rally the crew, Saginaw style.

From the Midland newsletter, September 13, 2026

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Perfect for a relaxed loop with friends, Swan Valley Golf Course gives you the golf, and the on-site Swan Valley Banquet handles weddings…

9521 Highland Green Dr (Saginaw)

Perfect for a relaxed loop with friends, Swan Valley Golf Course gives you the golf, and the on-site Swan Valley Banquet handles weddings and big milestones. One stop for birdies, then bouquets, right here in the Tri-Cities.

From the Tri Cities newsletter, September 8, 2026

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Bay City Country Club is open to everyone and feels like a private track, with a well conditioned 18 that rewards smart lines, fast rolling…

7255 3 Mile Rd (Bay City)

Bay City Country Club is open to everyone and feels like a private track, with a well conditioned 18 that rewards smart lines, fast rolling greens and strategic hazards, plus a legit practice range, seasonal simulators, and the Eagles Lounge or Turn Grill if your league night demands a solid bite.

From the Midland newsletter, September 14, 2026

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