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Rainy Day Activities with Kids

9 Fun Things to Do with Kids on a Rainy Day in Michigan

For kids in Michigan, rainy days can be just as much fun as sunny days when you know about the most BRICK-tacular indoor activities!

Here are some great, kid-friendly ideas of things to do inside around southeast Michigan when the weather is rainy, gloomy, or just plain cold.

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1. Explore LEGO Detroit in Miniature

Check out dozens of Detroit-area landmarks like the GMRENCEN, Spirit of Detroit, Ford Field and more created entirely out of LEGO bricks!

Mini Detroit is located inside LEGOLAND Discovery Center in Auburn Hills, Michigan.

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2. Experience the action with your favorite LEGO Movie Stars

Immerse yourself in an action-packed adventure inside the LEGO 4D Theatre and feel the wind, rain, snow, and smoke effects with your favorite LEGO Movie Stars! Four different movie shorts play on rotation.

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3. Save a Baby Dragon on Kingdom Quest

Mount thy LEGO Chariot, grasp thy trusty blunderbuss, and ready thyself for battle!

You must vanquish trolls, skeletons, and spiders to claim victory and rescue her majesty's scaly pet!

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4. Meet a Master Model Builder

Don’t be shy — introduce yourself to a LEGO expert, see some of their most BRICK-tastic creations, and learn top building tips!

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5. 'Dive' into the Underwater World at SEA LIFE

Visit Michigan's largest aquarium and journey all the way from the freshwater lakes and streams around us to the depths of the ocean! You'll encounter sharks, stingrays, sea turtles and more!

Upgrade your LEGOLAND Discovery Center tickets to Combo Tickets including SEA LIFE Aquarium and save!

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6. Soar through the Sky on Merlin's Apprentice

Learn the spell for levitation from Merlin himself, then hop on a magic bike and pedal until you're among the clouds!

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7. Meet Your Favorite LEGO Characters

Snap a selfie with your favorite LEGO personalities like Lloyd, the green ninja! Hiiii-YAH!

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8. Meet Peppa and Explore PEPPA PIG World of Play

Families with toddlers and pre-schools will have an oink-tastic time exploring Peppa's world, which was lovingly inspired by the hit animated series! Favorite play zones include Grandad Dog's garage, Peppa's Treehouse, and Rebecca Rabbit's Underground Adventure!

Upgrade your LEGOLAND Discovery Center tickets into Combo Tickets including PEPPA PIG World of Play and save!

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9. Teleport yourself into a LEGO Virtual Reality

Buckle up and compete in 'The Great LEGO Race'! You'll be immersed in a virtual, brick-built world racing LEGO vehicles to try and become the next Champion!

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BONUS: Create a building-toppling earthquake

Construct the tallest tower and watch as it comes crashing down while the seismic activity rages at the Earthquake Tables!

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BONUS: Race a LEGO Speedster

Build a LEGO race car using the top tips you've learned and compete against your friends and family on GIANT ramps! Whose car wins?

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