Midland City Guide

Mostly American comfort food plus Mexican, Chinese, and Italian options. Vegetarian and vegan choices are growing. Few places stay open past 9 or 10 PM.

Nightlife is low-key with bars and casual eateries. Not much variety or late night action.

Growing coffee scene with local shops focused on specialty brews and community.

Tipping is expected in the US with 15-20% typical for restaurants, 10-15% for ride-shares, and similar for other services.

Buy SIM cards at AT&T, Verizon, T-Mobile stores or electronics retailers like Best Buy. Coverage and speed are good with these providers. Valid ID is required for activation.

Streets are clean and waste services work well. No major sanitation issues.

24/7 options are rare. Some grocery stores have long hours but pharmacies and clinics usually close early.

Supermarkets like Meijer, Kroger, and Aldi cover most needs. International products are limited but found in larger stores nearby. Stores usually open 7 AM to 10 or 11 PM, also open on Sundays with reduced hours.

Most places take credit and debit cards. You rarely need cash for daily stuff.

ATMs are common at banks like Huntington and Chemical Bank, and in major stores. Out-of-network fees can be $2.50 to $5.

Midland Public Schools serve the area. Private options like Calvary Baptist Academy exist. English is the main teaching language. No international schools.

Very small nomad community. No co-living or meetups focused on nomads. Mostly local workers and remote employees in other fields.

Excellent parks and green trails like City Forest and Dow Gardens make it easy to get outside.

Good running routes on trails like Pere Marquette Rail-Trail and parks. Running groups are active locally.

Several gyms available for training and fitness.

Tennis courts available at parks and community center; booking practices vary.

Padel courts are not common in Midland.

Several yoga studios offer classes with English-speaking instructors and drop-in options.

Dojo options include Taekwondo, Karate, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Instructors speak English.

Ski resorts like Snow Snake are within an hour. Season runs December to March with rentals available.

Kayaking and paddleboarding are popular on local rivers and lakes, with rentals available. Sailing and windsurfing are options on larger waters.

No surfing available; Great Lakes waves are generally inconsistent and rare here.

No notable diving or snorkeling sites near Midland.

MyMichigan Medical Center offers quality care with English-speaking staff. Pharmacies like CVS and Walgreens are common with OTC meds and drive-thru services.

Tap water meets all federal and state safety standards and is safe to drink.

Good for families with parks, playgrounds, kid-friendly cafés, and attractions like Dow Gardens and Chippewa Nature Center.

Generally accepting with some safe spaces. No large scene but legal protections exist statewide.

Pet-friendly with dog parks and vet services. Pet supplies and walking areas are common.