Something exciting is always happening in downtown Kalamazoo. Events take place all year, so there’s never a dull moment. From annual community festivals to shows at downtown theatres, there’s something fun for everyone.
Kristin Casaletto’s art centers on socio-political challenges of 21st century life in a superpower nation, addressing power imbalances (racial, economic, gender) or perilous trends (nationalism, complacency) as she perceives them […]
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 […]
Downtown Kalamazoo’s live music scene is a special part of the city. Adding to the already vibrant music scene is Beats on Bates. Presented by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo and The JACK and HITS 96.5 radio stations, this free live music series offers visitors and locals alike the chance to wind down on […]
We are excited to welcome legendary saxophonist and jazz composer Kamasi Washington to the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre Thursday, September 1, 2022! Kamasi Washington is a multi-instrumentalist, producer and composer […]
Douglas Dykehouse will show his paintings and discuss Conceptual Realism, a term used in philosophy and in art to describe how reality is perceived. It’s also a label for a […]
Come celebrate the coming of autumn with music that trills, turns, trembles and transports! Relic, a baroque chamber orchestra comprised of Juilliard-trained professionals (including one of Kalamazoo's own--cellist Cullen O'Neil), […]
The Out of the Darkness Community Walk is a journey of remembrance, hope, and support. It unites our communities and provides an opportunity to acknowledge the ways in which suicide and […]
Come walk with the American Foundation for Suicide Preventions for a day of hope and healing at our Suicide Preventions Out of the Darkness walk on September 10th 2022 at […]
Have you ever been afraid of something familiar changing into something new? Arty Mouse and the Art Detectives will explore this idea with special guest author Emmy Kastner. Kastner, author […]
Two-time Emmy and WGA award-winning writer, actor, and comedian John Mulaney will bring the From Scratch Tour to the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre on Sunday, September 11, 2022. In 2018, […]
China is the origin of most of the world’s most important historical ceramic advancements. Blessed with a wide range of outstanding raw materials, Chinese craftspeople developed the technical abilities to […]
Two days jampacked with music -food -beer wine -and fun! Join for over a dozen live bands, delicious Italian cuisine served by several local Italian purveyors, Bocce tournament, and children […]
Live pro wrestling returns to Kalamazoo, MI as IPW presents HOMECOMING at Rugger's Up & Under! Witness IPW talents like Derek Wolfe, Mondo Real, Bendrick Bison, Davison Sarai, Terry VanAvery, […]
Creating a blend of ancient Mongolian melodies and idiomatic world music rhythms, Tuvergen Band is a high-energy Mongolian folk-fusion trio based in Chicago. The members are Tamir Hargana (Mongolian/Tuvan overtone […]
Emmy Kastner is an author/illustrator of children’s books, including A Very Big Fall and the Nerdy Babies series. She is a former high school teacher and co-founder of the youth […]
Shape-ups at Delilah’s is a short story by Rion Amilcar Scott, first published in the October 2019 issue of The New Yorker Magazine, and in Best American Science Fiction and […]
Three-time Grammy Award winner Lucinda Williams is “Ramblin” into the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre Wednesday, September 21, 2022! Williams has traveled a long road since her 1979 debut, Ramblin’ on […]
Join Rehema Barber and Larry Ossei-Mensah for an inside look at the KIA’s newest exhibition: Unmasking Masculinity for the 21st Century. Barber and Ossei-Mensah, who are co-curators for the exhibition, […]
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 DJ MEL […]
Celebrate the opening of Unmasking Masculinity for the 21st Century. 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. Opening reception 6:15 to 9 p.m. Galleries open, cash bar, live music, and activities
Join us for the 9th annual Gryphon Place Suicide Prevention Walk on Saturday, September 24. The 5K cause-walk will raise awareness for suicide prevention, allow people to connect with each […]
Join us at Children's Nature Playscape on September 24th at 11 AM. Bring the Whole Family! Join Benjammin, a beloved entertainer among Kalamazoo children, along with some guests for a […]
Inspired by the crystalline glazes on display in Balancing the Cosmos: Works by Li Hongwei? Come listen to Robert Morris, a local artist and expert, who also uses this challenging […]
Interdisciplinary-artist avery r. young and his funk soul associates de deacon board present a sound monument for blk: and male-maleness dissecting the term/word BOY. With language, sound, and movement the […]
Last week, the Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership installed 25 Bigbelly smart, double-station waste and recycling bins, which helps keep the downtown clean, advance environmental goals, and support downtown visitors and stakeholders. The installation of these bins also marks the introduction of Downtown Kalamazoo's first-ever recycling program.
Learn MoreThe Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership is pleased to announce the installation of the "Portland Loo," a public outdoor restroom facility, in Downtown Kalamazoo. Located at northwest corner of the City-owned parking lot at 108 E. Water Street, directly behind the KVCC Center for New Media, the restroom will be available for public use 24 hours a day, with multiple cleanings and restocking daily.
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