Overview
Coldwater is a city of 14,000 people (2020) in West Central Michigan on the border with Indiana. Coldwater is a quaint community where you can find home-town festivals, boutique shops, and events.
8 sights · 3 things to do · 4 places to stay
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Best things about Coldwater
Tibbits Opera House
The theater was built in 1882 in the French Empire style of architecture. It is the second-oldest theater in Michigan. It is now a venue for a variety of cultural activities.
Children's Museum of Branch County
Wing House Museum
It was built in 1875, and is now a historical museum.
Heritage Park
Tennis courts.
Capri Drive-in Theater
Little River Railroad
It offers rides behind a steam locomotive built in 1911, that leave from the city's historic 1883 depot.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 16°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Ann Arbor)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- AZO Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport, Kalamazoo — 35 mi away. Directions
- LAN Capital Region International Airport, Lansing — 62 mi away. Directions
- GRR Gerald R. Ford International Airport, Grand Rapids — 70 mi away (major hub). Directions
Interstate 69, through Business Loop I-69; U.S. Highway 12.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
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Sample 3-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Tibbits Opera House, Waterworks Park
- Afternoon Little River Railroad, Hidden Ponds Horse Rescue
Day 2
- Morning Heritage Park, Children's Museum of Branch County
- Afternoon Strawberry Fest, Adventure Zone
Day 3
- Morning Wing House Museum, Capri Drive-in Theater
- Afternoon AppleFest
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
Interstate 69, through Business Loop I-69; U.S. Highway 12.
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