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SUMMARY:Holyoke's Historic Canals and Dam Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join the park interpreter for a 2-hour walk along Holyoke’s canal system. Meet at the Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor Center. Tour starts with a bit of historical background. Along our route see headraces\, tailraces\, intakes\, a Boyden Turbine assembly\, flywheels\, and get an eyeball tour of Holyoke Gas and Electric’s dam complex. Maps of the canal system are available. Distance: 2.0 miles. \nProgram is free and open to all.  Children must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather. Severe weather cancels. \nRegistration suggested by calling 413-534-1723. This tour is also offered on November 8 and November 15. \nPlease note: Free parking lot on Appleton Street is still accessible despite road closure signage.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/holyokes-historic-canals-and-dam-tour-5/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Holyoke Heritage State Park\, 221 Appleton St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
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SUMMARY:Post 351 Mini Pool Tournament
DESCRIPTION:New and being added to our schedule is our bi-weekly mini pool tournament\, Beginning on Saturday March 8th at 1 PM and every other Saturday thereafter all you hustlers and wannabes have a place to a place to show what you got. There will be a prizes for first\, second\, and third place.
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/post-351-mini-pool-tournament/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:American Legion Post #351\, 50 St. Kolbe Drive\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Holyoke Community Ofrenda
DESCRIPTION:Stop by Wistariahurst Museum on November 1st from 6:00-8:00pm\, November 2nd from12:00-2:00pm\, and November 3rd from 10:00am-2:00pm for a unique chance to connect with the rich tapestry of Dia de Los Muertos and contribute to a vibrant\, communal ofrenda. Dia de Los Muertos is a special tradition that allows people to celebrate and remember deceased loved ones by decorating an ofrenda\, a communal altar dedicated to those dearly departed. The calaveras (skulls) you will see on display were made by community members during our Calaveras event on October 19th\, with guests also adding pictures or tokens of their loved ones to add to the ofrenda as well. We hope that you will stop by and celebrate this special holiday with us! \nVisite el Museo Wistariahurst el 1 de noviembre de 6:00 a 8:00 p. m.\, el 2 de noviembre de 12:00 a 2:00 p. m. y el 3 de noviembre de 10:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. para tener la oportunidad única de conectarse con la rica tradición del Día de los Muertos y contribuir a una vibrante ofrenda comunitaria. El Día de los Muertos es una tradición especial que permite a las personas celebrar y recordar a sus seres queridos fallecidos decorando una ofrenda\, un altar comunitario dedicado a los difuntos. Las calaveras que verá en la exposición fueron elaboradas por miembros de la comunidad durante nuestro evento Calaveras el 19 de octubre\, en el que los invitados también añadieron fotos o recuerdos de sus seres queridos para completar la ofrenda. ¡Esperamos que se acerquen y celebren esta festividad especial con nosotros!\nSee less
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/8th-annual-holyoke-community-ofrenda/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:Wistariahurst\, 238 Cabot Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:2nd Annual "Broadway Brings Joy" SPOOKY SPECTACULAR
DESCRIPTION:Keep the spooky season going and come see what our “Broadway Brings Joy” Musical Theater Academy of Holyoke is all about on Saturday\, Nov 1st as we present our 2nd Annual SPOOKY SPECTACULAR! \nEnjoy musical theater selections performed by our programs ages 4 to adult from the following spooky musicals: \nLITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS\, THE ADDAMS FAMILY MUSICAL\, MJ THE MUSICAL\, THE LITTLE MERMAID\, URINETOWN\, HOCUS POCUS 2\, and HADESTOWN! \nDoors open at 6pm\, Showing starts at 7pm (75 min duration including 15 min intermission) \nAdmission is FREE and open to the public! \n*Suggested donation of $10-$20 to defray production costs. Venmo @broadway_brings_joy \nCash bar\, snacks and BBJ Merch will be available for purchase. \nA big THANK YOU for the support we received from the following sponsors: Holyoke Local Cultural Council (through Mass Cultural Council)\, Holyoke Tourism Advisory Council (TAC) and Explore Holyoke \nFB/IG: @broadway_brings_joy \nwww.broadwaybringsjoy.com
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/2nd-annual-broadway-brings-joy-spooky-spectacular/
LOCATION:De La Luz Soundstage\, 114 Race Street\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040
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SUMMARY:DementedFX Haunted House
DESCRIPTION:Hailed as ‘The Halloween Horror Nights of the North’ by SFNE Online and echoed by The Hauntfinder General\, DementedFX features 20\,000 square feet of GIANT MONSTERS\, HOLLYWOOD QUALITY SETS and PROPS\, surrounded by HAIR RAISING SOUND DESIGN\, and INTERACTIVE VIDEO that’s sure to send you home with no voice.…and possibly needing a new pair of jeans. \nStep into the heart-pounding horror of DementedFX’s renowned BioMedCorp\, where every twist plunges you deeper into a gripping\, immersive nightmare. Enter BioMedCity\, a post-apocalyptic wasteland ravaged by the sinister BioMedCorp\, whose unethical experiments have unleashed a monstrous virus upon the world. Your mission? Infiltrate the lab\, face the horrors within\, and rescue the scientist known as Friedon with the only cure that could save humanity. \nBut before you embark on your mission\, brace yourself for our indoor apocalyptic immersive theater\, where you’ll encounter Bone Crusher and Skull\, the rebellious leaders of “The Resistance\,” a gang of enraged citizens with their own dark agenda. Will you side with them in their mission to infect the masses\, or will you defy them to save Friedon and secure the antidote that could bring humanity back from the brink of extinction? \nFor those craving an even more intense experience\, our VIP Lounge and two fully stocked bars are ready to fuel the night with endless beer\, wine\, and a party that lasts until dawn. Are you ready to face the terror and choose the fate of the world?
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/dementedfx-haunted-house/2025-11-01/
LOCATION:DementedFX\, 530 Main St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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SUMMARY:Dia de los Muertos - Salsa Social
DESCRIPTION:Salsa Squad is coming to Massachusetts. Don’t miss a night of thrilling music\, haunted vibes and dancing.\nFree Bachata lessons with Karolina from 8-8:45 then Free Salsa lesson with Hermitt Vega from 8:45-9:30. The best Salsa and Bachata music by DJ Angel.\nDress up with your favorite Day of the dead costume!!! Amazing hardwood floor!!!
URL:https://www.exploreholyoke.com/event/dia-de-los-muertos-salsa-social/
LOCATION:Fame Lounge/Eatery\, 386 Dwight St\, Holyoke\, MA\, 01040\, United States
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