The best things to do in Livingston County

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Emagine Hartland

Entertainment

Emagine Hartland mixes fresh releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day with deep-cut fun, from Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 and Flashback Cinema…

10495 Hartland Square Dr. (Hartland)

Emagine Hartland mixes fresh releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day with deep-cut fun, from Studio Ghibli Fest 2026 and Flashback Cinema to Summer Kids Series and director spotlights. When the week gets loud, swing by this week and let someone else tell the story.

From the Livingston County newsletter, August 4, 2026

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Howell Bowl-E-Drome

Entertainment

Whether your strike dance is polished or still in beta, Howell Bowl-E-Drome keeps the good times rolling with 20 lanes, leagues for every…

907 E Grand River Ave (Howell)

Whether your strike dance is polished or still in beta, Howell Bowl-E-Drome keeps the good times rolling with 20 lanes, leagues for every vibe, and party packages that actually make planning easy. Family owned since 1946 with friendly pros and modern tech, it’s a solid midweek reset.

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Historic 2-screen theater showcasing regional theater productions, plus indie & vintage movies.

315 E Grand River Ave (Howell)

Historic 2-screen theater showcasing regional theater productions, plus indie & vintage movies.

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Ironwood Golf Club

Entertainment

Relaxed golf complex featuring a clubhouse, an indoor simulator, and a bar with a small menu.

6902 E Highland Rd (Howell)

Relaxed golf complex featuring a clubhouse, an indoor simulator, and a bar with a small menu.

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Castaway Play Cafe

Entertainment

Indoor play spot featuring a jungle gym, an arcade, rock-climbing wall and bounce houses, along with a café.

1800 N Burkhart Rd (Howell)

Indoor play spot featuring a jungle gym, an arcade, rock-climbing wall and bounce houses, along with a café.

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Recreational club offering an 18-hole golf course with varied challenges, a restaurant, and event spaces.

3125 Golf Club Rd (Howell)

Recreational club offering an 18-hole golf course with varied challenges, a restaurant, and event spaces.

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Faulkwood Golf Club

Entertainment

Golf club with a front and a back 9-hole course with some challenging greens.

300 S Hughes Rd (Howell)

Golf club with a front and a back 9-hole course with some challenging greens.

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Indoor facility featuring a swimming pool and diving boards, plus hot tub and swim lessons.

10635 Dunham Rd (Hartland)

Indoor facility featuring a swimming pool and diving boards, plus hot tub and swim lessons.

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Go to Hell, MI

Entertainment

Horror themed gift shop with an ice 'scream' counter selling Hell & halloween merchandise.

4045 Patterson Lk Rd (Pinckney)

Horror themed gift shop with an ice 'scream' counter selling Hell & halloween merchandise.

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Golf course offering hot dogs and beer in a setting where players praise the staff and scenery.

410 E Marr Rd (Howell)

Golf course offering hot dogs and beer in a setting where players praise the staff and scenery.

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Laid-back-yet-challenging golf course featuring a log cabin-style clubhouse and deck with wildlife views.

8101 Byron Rd (Howell)

Laid-back-yet-challenging golf course featuring a log cabin-style clubhouse and deck with wildlife views.

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