Chil_Space Progressive Dynamix Fresh Vintage Gear

The Lockin Series

Two summer nights with friends. One mall after-hours.

Every generation deserves a real summer. Long before our kids grew up on screens, summer in Saginaw meant something. Running with your friends, staying out late, the kind of night you remembered for years. We're giving the next generation a piece of that back. Safely. Together.

Middle School

The First Night.

Thursday June 25 → Friday June 26, 2026

6 PM Thursday → 7 AM Friday

Entering 6th, 7th, or 8th grade in fall 2026

$50 400 spots
Reserve Middle School →
High School

The Second Night.

Thursday July 16 → Friday July 17, 2026

6 PM Thursday → 7 AM Friday

Entering 9th–12th grade in fall 2026

$50 400 spots
Reserve High School →
6 PM → 7 AM
Thursday Night → Friday Morning

Eleven hours, supervised, indoors, in one mall wing

3 Venues
One Mall Wing

Move freely between Chil_Space, Progressive Dynamix, and Fresh Vintage Gear

Photo ID
Required at Pickup

Only adults on the consent form take a kid home

The Night

This is the night.

On event night, Fashion Square Mall closes at 8 PM. From that moment until 7 AM the next morning, the entire D-wing of the mall belongs to 400 kids and the three businesses bringing this night to life. Move freely between all three venues throughout the night.

Chil_Space lounge with projector

Chil_Space

Movies on the big projector. Pizza dinner. Snacks all night. Board games. Trivia. Photo booth. Chill space when you need it.

Progressive Dynamix batting cages

Progressive Dynamix

Dodgeball tournaments. Nerf battles. Home run derby. Sports competitions all night. Coach Woody's house.

Fresh Vintage Gear storefront

Fresh Vintage Gear

Massive dance-off in the back room. Plus a quiet lounge if you need a break.

For Parents

Here's what we've built for
your peace of mind.

This event was built the way we would want our own kids' lock-in to be built. Three Fashion Square Mall business owners standing behind every detail.

Approximately 50 background-checked volunteer parents supervising a max of 400 kids — that's a 1:8 chaperone ratio
3 dedicated security staff stationed inside the event throughout the night
2 sheriff reserves patrolling the external perimeter
24/7 Fashion Square Mall security on-site, coordinating with the Lock-in team
Photo ID verification required at pickup — only adults listed on the consent form can take a kid home
Signed parental consent and medical info packet required for every attendee
Food allergies tracked in advance, packaged food with clear ingredient transparency
Designated quiet sleep space throughout the night for kids who need a break
First aid and CPR-trained staff on-site
Logistics

What to bring.

Bring This

  • Sleeping bag or blanket if you want to crash for a bit
  • Pillow if you want one
  • Water bottle
  • Phone is allowed
  • Comfortable clothes you can play and dance in
  • Toothbrush for the morning

Don't Bring This

No alcohol. No drugs. No weapons. No vapes.

Every kid is screened at check-in by our security team and sheriff reserves before they step inside the event. Nothing on this list makes it past the door.

If a parent or guardian has questions about the check-in process, reach out before the event and we'll walk you through it.

Drop-off and Pickup

Same wing. Same plan.
Two different nights.

Middle School

June 25 → 26

Drop-off
Thursday June 25, between 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Pickup
Friday June 26, between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM
Location
D-wing entrance, Fashion Square Mall, 4900 Fashion Square Mall, Saginaw, MI 48604
Photo ID required at pickup. Doors lock at 8 PM when the mall closes.
High School

July 16 → 17

Drop-off
Thursday July 16, between 6:00 PM and 7:30 PM
Pickup
Friday July 17, between 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM
Location
Same D-wing entrance.
Doors lock at 8 PM. Photo ID required at pickup.
Hosted By

Three Fashion Square Mall
businesses.

Chil_Space

Chil_Space

A creative event venue at Fashion Square Mall. A community-rooted space for cultural programming, music, and creative production.

Progressive Dynamix

Progressive Dynamix

A sports facility at Fashion Square Mall specializing in baseball, softball, and youth performance training. Coach Woody's home base for Saginaw kids in sports.

Fresh Vintage Gear

Fresh Vintage Gear

A fashion and lifestyle store at Fashion Square Mall. Known for curated style and a strong community presence in Saginaw.

Thank You

Our Sponsors.

Sponsor announcements coming soon.

Frequently Asked

Questions parents ask.

1My kid has food allergies. Will this work for them?

Yes. We track all allergies in advance via the registration form you'll receive after purchase. All food served is packaged with clear ingredient labels. If we cannot safely accommodate a specific allergy we'll contact you directly.

2What if my kid needs to leave early?

A parent or guardian listed on the consent form can come pick them up at any time during the night. We have staff at the entrance 24 hours.

3Will phones be allowed?

Yes. Phones are allowed throughout the night. We ask that videos and photos of other people's kids not be posted publicly without permission.

4My kid is currently in 5th grade — can they come?

If they will be entering 6th grade in fall 2026, yes — they're welcome at the Middle School edition.

5My kid is currently in 8th grade — which event do they attend?

If they're entering 9th grade in fall 2026, they attend the High School edition (July 16-17). The Middle School edition is for kids entering 6th-8th in fall 2026.

6Are there refunds?

Refunds are available up to 7 days before the event. After that, tickets are transferable to another kid with parent verification.

7How do I know this is legitimate?

Three Fashion Square Mall business owners are running this. Stop by any of our spots (Chil_Space, Progressive Dynamix, or Fresh Vintage Gear) any day during business hours and meet us in person.

Ready for the
best night?

$50 per ticket. 400 spots per event. They will sell out.