SkeleTour Spooktacular
This October, Downtown Kalamazoo transforms into a haunted haven with the All-New SkeleTour Spooktacular! Starting October 5th, over 50 eerie skeletons will take over downtown, each one sponsored by local […]
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Gallery Gathering: Robert Seldon Duncanson’s Heart of the Andes and Jerry Kearns’ Right of Way, 1875-1922
Gallery Gathering: Robert Seldon Duncanson’s Heart of the Andes and Jerry Kearns’ Right of Way, 1875-1922
During this Gallery Gathering, immerse yourself in two dramatic American landscapes rendered by Robert Seldon Duncanson and Jerry Kearns. Their respective paintings, Heart of the Andes (1871) and Right of […]
Free with gallery admission
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First Friday
First Friday
We invite you to celebrate the diversity and creativity of our town through live music, artists, and delicious food on First Fridays. Come Downtown Kalamazoo to support the local shops, restaurants and create a stronger community! Shops in Downtown Kalamazoo will have extended hours, specials and be hosting local artists. Enjoy grabbing a drink and […]
POTUS
POTUS
By Selina Fillinger An uproarious debut by playwright Selina Fillinger, POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is a riotous comedy about the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world. One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President […]
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POTUS
POTUS
By Selina Fillinger An uproarious debut by playwright Selina Fillinger, POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is a riotous comedy about the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world. One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President […]
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Eddie Griffin
Eddie Griffin
Doors: 7PM | Show: 8PM Funnyman Eddie Griffin is coming to the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre on October 5. A popular comedian turned actor who started his career on stage as a dare, Eddie Griffin has built an ever-growing fan base since jumping onto the comedy scene in 1990. Born in Kansas City, Missouri, Eddie […]
$50 – $85
2 events,
POTUS
POTUS
By Selina Fillinger An uproarious debut by playwright Selina Fillinger, POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is a riotous comedy about the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world. One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President […]
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ArtBreak: Building Safe Spaces
ArtBreak: Building Safe Spaces
Dell Darnell (they/them) is the founder of The Dapper Hammer and is a carpenter and woodworking educator. Darnell started The Dapper Hammer, Michigan’s first trans-owned teaching workshop, several years ago to chase a dream of supporting the community with their hands, building beautiful things, and sharing their passion of teaching people who are not traditionally […]
Free
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Book Discussion: All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me
Book Discussion: All the Beauty in the World: The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Me
Patrick Bringley’s memoir offers an intimate look at his decade-long career as a museum guard at the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Through his experiences, Bringley explores themes of art, beauty, loss, and the human connection to creative expression. The memoir provides a behind-the-scenes look at one of the world’s most renowned […]
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POTUS
POTUS
By Selina Fillinger An uproarious debut by playwright Selina Fillinger, POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is a riotous comedy about the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world. One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President […]
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Jim Jefferies: Give ‘Em What They Want Tour
Jim Jefferies: Give ‘Em What They Want Tour
Doors: 6PM | Show: 7PM Australian comedian, Jim Jefferies is bringing his ‘Give Em What They Want’ tour! to the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre on October 11. Regarded as one of the fastest-rising stars in the comedy world, his shockingly charming style has made him one of the most sought-after comics on the world stage. […]
$60 – $180
POTUS
POTUS
By Selina Fillinger An uproarious debut by playwright Selina Fillinger, POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is a riotous comedy about the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world. One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President […]
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Boos In The Zoo
Boos In The Zoo
Get ready for our second annual Boos In The Zoo on October 12 from 10 AM to 4 PM on the bustling Kalamazoo Mall! This beloved event returns with even more spook-tacular fun, featuring pumpkin carving, thrilling games, interactive hands-on activities, exciting demos, and lively music.
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Art Detectives: The Dead Family Diaz
Art Detectives: The Dead Family Diaz
Learn about Day of the Dead with Arty and our friends from El Concilio! We’ll read The Dead Family Diaz, a story about an unusual friendship, and make sugar skull prints. This Art Detectives book will be read in both English and Spanish. View an ofrenda created in partnership with El Concilio. Stick around after […]
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UnReeled: Coco
UnReeled: Coco
Join us in celebrating Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead) with a special screening of Coco for guests of all ages! Celebrated annually on November 1 and 2, Día […]
$5 – $10
2 events,
POTUS
POTUS
By Selina Fillinger An uproarious debut by playwright Selina Fillinger, POTUS Or, Behind Every Great Dumbass are Seven Women Trying to Keep Him Alive is a riotous comedy about the women in charge of the man in charge of the free world. One four-letter word is about to rock 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue. When the President […]
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Artful Evening: Artist Happy Hour: How to Get the Gig
Artful Evening: Artist Happy Hour: How to Get the Gig
You’re ready to turn your artistic vision into reality. You’ve connected with others in your field. You’ve found an opportunity that sounds right for you. Now what? Artist Happy Hour: How to Get the Gig is a collaboration between the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo (ACGK) and the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts. All are invited […]
Free
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ArtBreak: Let Freedom Swing: Jazz Music in American Culture
ArtBreak: Let Freedom Swing: Jazz Music in American Culture
Led by Rev. Millard Southern, this ArtBreak will feature an interactive, jazz-style conversation on topics such as race, culture, and religion with some of Kalamazoo’s most-sought after and in-demand jazz musicians. Together they will discuss and demonstrate many of the core characteristics of jazz music, as well as the genre’s powerful potential for bringing communities […]
Free
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Art Bridges Access for All
Art Bridges Access for All
As part of the KIA’s mission to cultivate the creation and appreciation of the visual arts in West Michigan, we are proud to be working with Art Bridges Foundation to increase access to museums and foster engagement with local audiences. Enjoy free general admission at the KIA every fourth Thursday of the month, featuring extended […]
Free
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ANDY GRAMMER – Greater Than: A One Man Show
ANDY GRAMMER – Greater Than: A One Man Show
Doors: 7PM | Show: 8PM The Kalamazoo State Theatre welcomes singer, songwriter, and record producer Andy Grammer to its historic stage October 25, 2024. ABOUT ANDY GRAMMER Today, Emmy Award […]
$39 – $74
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ArtBreak: The KIA Centennial: People, Places, and Events
ArtBreak: The KIA Centennial: People, Places, and Events
The KIA’s history is rich with remarkable men and women who, through their sheer grit and determination, guided us from a rented room in the YWCA to the “Best Art […]
Free
2 events,
First Friday
First Friday
We invite you to celebrate the diversity and creativity of our town through live music, artists, and delicious food on First Fridays. Come Downtown Kalamazoo to support the local shops, […]
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-STATE ON THE STREET: Battle of the Bands (presented by Rair)
-STATE ON THE STREET: Battle of the Bands (presented by Rair)
Patio & Bar: 5:30 PM | Live Music: 6:00 PM State on the Street is back for select Fridays this Summer! Join us outside the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre for […]
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