The Explore Holyoke community calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city to help plan your visit. You are invited to submit your event. Events encouraged to be submitted are art openings, dance concerts, open mic events, cultural lectures. Events not allowed on the calendar are, political fundraisers, city meetings and daily specials from restaurants.
The Robert E. Barrett Fishway at the Holyoke Dam opens for the season on May 10th. Come see our amazing fish elevator and the underwater fish viewing windows. Open May 10 through June 18 Wednesday - Sunday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Also open Memorial Day, Monday, May 29 2023
SUMMER YOGA MINI-SESSIONS on Race St. HOLYOKE SESSION I ($80 for 4 weeks) Mondays 6/5-6/26 LEVEL 1: 5:30-6:30 PM INTRO YOGA: 7-8 PM SESSION II ($100 for 5 weeks) Mondays 7/10-8/7 LEVEL 1.5: 5:30-6:30 PM LEVEL 1: 7-8 PM SESSIONS I + II ($160 for 9 weeks) Sign up for both sessions for discounted pricing. These are instructional yoga courses for students who want to learn yoga asana (postures) or who wish to deepen their practice. Classes will focus on the alignment and mechanics of yoga asanas. We will cover standing poses, twists, back bends, and forward folds. The series […]
Launching in Holyoke: June 15th – June 30th Join us for the second year in a row as Beyond Walls collaborates with city officials, local business leaders, educators, and nonprofits across the state to create over 25 large scale, world-class murals in 2023 that celebrate the vibrant and diverse communities of Massachusetts. When? The installations will commence in Holyoke on June 15th and continue for two weeks till June 30th. Artists will transform the city’s exterior walls, some as tall as 50 feet high and 170 feet long, into a vibrant display of art. What’s New? In addition to the mesmerizing art […]
The South Hadley Canal was the first canal made for navigation within the United States having been ready for use in 1795. For 160 years (that is, since 1863) the canal has been owned by Holyoke institutions. Walk from Riverside Park near the South Hadley Public Library up to Canal Park. Be capable of walking 2 miles. Please, sign up at the Eventbrite link.
Join us for the Holyoke Farmers Market every Saturday, 10:30am-3pm from May 6th to October 28th! Snap and HIP accepted!
Join the Holyoke LGBTQ+ community in celebrating Pride! There will be food trucks, arts and craft vendors, drag and other performances at Veterans Park - Saturday, June 17 from 12pm-6pm More info at www.holyokepride.org
Every Sunday, vendors sell Vintage, Second Hand, used Clothing, books, vinyl records, crafts, collectibles, and more.
Join us at Wistariahurst Museum on June 19th, 2023, from 1-5pm for an unforgettable day of celebration! It’s time to commemorate freedom and embrace our country’s second independence day in the most joyful way possible! Experience lawn games, incredible music, delicious treats from local Black vendors, stunning face painting, and hands-on art projects. Capture your story through oral history activities and be part of history. Let’s celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Black history, life, and culture that has shaped Holyoke. Juneteenth is a reminder of the incredible resilience of Black life. It symbolizes the struggles and triumphs of formerly enslaved […]
Armour Yard is back! Every Monday 5 to 8 P.M. starting on June 5 through September 25th. Join us for a fun time and enjoy craft brews from White Lion Brewing and Holyoke Craft Beer. Food by Holyoke Hummus Company, CRAVE, and Thai Chili Food Truck. Additional offerings will be announced via Instagram and Facebook. MONDAY IS STILL THE NEW SUNDAY AT ARMOUR YARD HOLYOKE! 164 Race Street, Holyoke (Next to The Cubit)
Wednesdays, 7:30am-8:15am starting April 19th Hybrid: Chair and Mat Yoga Location: City Hall Ballroom Open to all levels of practice (beginners welcome!) *Please bring your own mat, a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes you can move in easily. All Dates Include: 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, (no 5/31), 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/19, 7/26 Please make sure you can commit to more than half the sessions! Space is limited so sign up today! Special shout out to the Board of Health for sponsoring this amazing opportunity for us to move together! *Debra Vega (YT-350) - Debra has always had movement in […]
Join Beyond Walls and Nueva Esperanza in a kickoff celebration as we welcome an extraordinary line-up of talented muralists to the vibrant city of Holyoke! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of creativity, culture, and community. Date: June 21, 2023 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: El Mercado, 413 Main Street, Holyoke, MA This is more than just an art event; it's a celebration of the lively spirit and rich cultural tapestry of Holyoke. We invite you to join us in this momentous occasion, where artists, locals, and visitors come together to embrace the power of creativity and unity. […]
Muscle Tough, Philadelphia’s premier futuristic funk fusion trio will play the Divine Theater at Gateway City Arts Wednesday, June 21. City of Four will open the show. Muscle Tough specializes in a heavily improvised blend of modal jazz, funk, and rocking psychedelia. Their creative use of sound design and group-minded improvisation blurs the line between their originals and quirky pop classics. “Tough Transmissions,” a recent collection of hilariously titled one-minute songs, showcases the trio’s lack of musical boundaries and deep comedic undercurrents. With a revolving door of guests including members of Phish, MMW, Dopapod, Lotus, Snarky Puppy, and DJ Logic, along […]
From small local ethnically rich options to the nationally known Holyoke’s restaurant options has your favorite meal waiting for you and your new favorite meal ready to be discovered.
The Explore Holyoke community calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city to help plan your visit.
This unique colorful book includes our Holyoke history, the City Hall dedication, all community events throughout the year, and highlights the Masquerade Ball and the closing of the Time Capsule in December.