Discover Holland Michigan 2022 Visitors Guide

HOLLAND COMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTER – Check out the NEW indoor water park opening in January 2022! The whole family will be thrilled with the water slide, lazy river, kid’s play pool and sprayers. There is also a warm-water lap pool, steam room, sauna and giant hot tub. For “dry” exercise options, check out the elevated 1/10th mile track, work-out equipment and wellness area. All features - such as a family locker room and areas tailored for young children, older kids and adults - are designed to welcome an intergenerational mix of guests. Visit hollandaquaticcenter.org or call ahead for current hours and rate info. $ KOLLEN PARK - A local favorite, Kollen Park rests upon the shores of Lake Macatawa. When combined with the Heinz Waterfront Walkway, this award-winning park sits on 24-acres of beautiful waterfront. A public boat launch, f ishing decks and a boardwalk stretching to South Shore Village line the water; a playground and manicured lawns provide perfect spots for picnicking and playing frisbee. Bring your favorite blanket and spend an evening watching a sunset or a free summer outdoor concert or movie. cityofholland.com/430/parks NELIS’ DUTCH VILLAGE - Step back in time to discover family fun of another era. Explore canals and Dutch architecture on the way to the kinderboerderji petting farm, where bunnies are ready to cuddle. Watch costumed dancers perform and join in their joyful klompen folkdance. Make special family memories on an antique carousel, windmill Ferris wheel and imported chair swing. Dutch Village is a treat for all senses with lots of yummy food options. dutchvillage.com • $ OUTDOOR NATURE CENTERS - Holland is home to three exceptional outdoor education centers. The DeGraaf Nature Center, Hemlock Crossings and the Outdoor Discovery Center all have extensive hiking trails and naturalists on hand with interactive programs for the family. Check listings for nature classes, kayaking, snowshoeing and live animal viewing at: degraaf.org • miottawa.org/parks • outdoordiscovery.org URBAN AIR ADVENTURE PARK - There’s so much to do inside Urban Air that you might have to go back for a second visit. Young or old, tall or short, athlete or armchair quarterback – the attractions will help you defy gravity. Test your skills in the Warrior Obstacle Course, compete with friends, or practice your own tricks freestyle. No matter how you choose to play, you can take it to the next level. urbanairtrampolinepark.com • $ WINDMILL ISLAND GARDENS - Stroll the 36 acres of the beautifully manicured grounds of Holland’s own treasured Island. Wander the gardens, dikes and canals; take a ride on a hand-painted Dutch carousel; enjoy music from an antique Amsterdam street organ, and f ind a Dutch treat in the village gift store. Don’t miss a climb inside the DeZwaan Windmill – it’s the only authentic Dutch windmill operating in the United States. windmillisland.org • $

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Family time is fun time in Holland . From outdoor play to indoor adventure parks to Dutch-themed attractions, there is something to make even the grumpiest toddler or teenager LOL. BAM! – Expect non-stop action at this family entertainment center. With multi-level laser tag, bowling and a huge arcade with cool prizes, there will be an activity to excite kids of all ages. For a slower pace, gather the family for a round of pool. gobamgo.com $ THE BEACH – Miles of Lake Michigan shoreline are just waiting for your family to discover. For a classic day at the beach, take a dip in the lake, savor a towering waffle cone, or dive for a volleyball at the Holland State Park. A short distance away, Tunnel Park is a great place for a picnic, plus kids can run up and tumble down a soaring sand dune, and then hear their voices echo in a tunnel as they walk through it. At Kirk Park, dogs have their own dedicated beach, and CRITTER BARN - This year-round active farm provides an unforgettable hands-on learning experience for the whole family. Bottle-feed a calf, milk a goat, play with the kittens, and even collect eggs from the hens. Join interactive demonstrations on animal care, agriculture and how local farmers grow our food. Bring a picnic and enjoy a day on the farm. If your timing is right, the kids might even join a “Little Farmers” or “Good Night Barn” day camp. critterbarn.org • $ HOLLAND AREA ARTS COUNCIL - Looking for a creative, engaging activity for the family? Head to the Holland Area Arts Council and check out the latest gallery exhibit, interactive installations and classes for all levels. hollandarts.org • $ there’s also one for the rest of the family. holland.org/things-to-do/beaches • $

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