The 71st Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair returns to kick off the summer in Bronson Park! You’ll find jewelry, photography, sculpture, painting, ceramics, glass, fiber, leather, wood, and more all handcrafted by over 125 jury-selected fine artists from across Michigan and the country. Downtown Kalamazoo comes alive for this unofficial start to the summer season […]
Save-the-Date and join us in kicking off the summer arts weekend at Art on the Mall in downtown Kalamazoo on Friday, June 3 from 12 pm – 8 pm, and Saturday, June 4 from 9 am – 5 pm. For over 35 years, this two-day show has hosted local and regional artists who sell their original […]
State on the Street is back for select Fridays this Summer! Join us outside the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre for State on the Street Presented by Curaleaf featuring Lisa Can’t Sing Friday June 3! We’ll have free live music outside our iconic Theatre, patio seating, drink specials, and more! All of the events will be […]
The 71st Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair returns to kick off the summer in Bronson Park! You’ll find jewelry, photography, sculpture, painting, ceramics, glass, fiber, leather, wood, and more all handcrafted by over 125 jury-selected fine artists from across Michigan and the country. Downtown Kalamazoo comes alive for this unofficial start to the summer season […]
Save-the-Date and join us in kicking off the summer arts weekend at Art on the Mall in downtown Kalamazoo on Friday, June 3 from 12 pm – 8 pm, and Saturday, June 4 from 9 am – 5 pm. For over 35 years, this two-day show has hosted local and regional artists who sell their original […]
Join Arty Mouse for a special live book reading of the Ugly Doodles from the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in Bronson Park! Reservations are not required. Stop by the kids tent from 10am-4pm for Arty Mouse tattoos, a community art project, and art kits while supplies last.
Do-Dah Parade started in 1984, when WKMI organizers designed the parade as a way for companies and organizations to provide unique entertainment through a parody. It was patterned after the Pasadena, California Parade called Doo Dah. The purpose remains the same – use a parody to create a laughable and satire-fun parade that will create […]
One of the most sought after violinists today is James Ehnes, and we are honored to have him join the KSO for our Masterworks season finale. He will perform Brahms’ substantive and energetic violin concerto, a piece that many consider one of the great works for violin. We also will feature the world premiere of […]
Doet Boersma, a Dutch visual artist and educator living and working in The Netherlands, has embarked on a new adventure. In this talk, Boersma will provide more in-depth insight into the creation and her contemplation of the fragile beauty of soil and nature in her art. Boersma is visiting Kalamazoo as an Artist in Residence […]
Join in a fun FREE weekly workout in downtown Kalamazoo’s Bronson Park this summer. Every Wednesday at 5:30 p.m., experience a different outdoor workout from a local fitness organization. FITNESS SCHEDULE JUNE 1 – Rose Wellbeing JUNE 8 – Kalamazoo Barre JUNE 15 – Guess Who’s Dancing JUNE 22 – Intentional Yoga JUNE 29 – […]
Let’s explore Surrealish and read about making art in Ish by Peter Reynolds. Art doesn’t have to be perfect, it just has to be ish. You-ish! Great-ish! Fun-ish! Let’s have fun making art-ish masterpieces together.
June 11th is National Rosé Day! To celebrate, Tempo Vino Winery is releasing our special line of seasonal rosé wines! Sample each of our three rosés each expertly paired with an artisan cheese from The Cheese Lady of Kalamazoo. Enjoy the sampling and learn more about the refreshing world of rosé wine! Select reservation time […]
