The Explore Holyoke community events calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city of Holyoke 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, daily specials from restaurants and events outside the city of Holyoke.
In an unassuming brick building in Holyoke, Rutto Bats manufactures quality baseball bats from locally harvested wood. Learn the attributes of a quality bat and watch the process of making one. This demonstration is conducted by owners Kip and Mindy Rutto. Hard hat and safety goggles are issued. Children (ages […]
Girls Inc. of the Valley — Strong, Smart, Bold & Giving! Join us on Friday, November 21 for our Soup and Support event, where our afterschool girls will share warm soup and distribute non-perishable foods to local families in need. You can be part of our Circle of Support by […]
Full Plates, Full Hearts Food Drive (Nov 10–21) Join Girls Inc. of the Valley in supporting Kate’s Kitchen by donating non-perishable foods now through November 21. Most-needed items include cereals, mac & cheese, canned soups/stews, baking mixes, condiments, and Chef Boyardee/Hamburger Helper. Drop off donations at 480 Hampden St., Holyoke […]
Springfield Blanket Company is a presentation in the annual series called a Mill in Holyoke through Time. How did Warren Wilkinson's blankets lead to Brightside? On Saturday November 22 2025 from 11 AM to noontime in the Visitors' Center at Holyoke Heritage State Park. Funded via both the Massachusetts Cultural […]
Welcome Santa Claus to Holyoke Mall when he arrives by firetruck on Saturday, November 22, from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM outside the Green entrance near Pickleball Kingdom (former Christmas Tree Shops). The magic doesn’t stop there! Kick off the holiday season with festive fun at Santa’s Village in Café Square. Activities include FREE […]
Happening Every Saturday in November! Sign up for one or all sessions. Join this class to make your own Chibi-style portrait painting inspired by manga and anime. You'll learn how to paint a portrait of themselves or someone else in this playful and expressive style. Ashley will provide technical info […]
Sopa Sábado / Soup Saturday Gran Cocina • 112 High St, Holyoke 11/22/2025 from 12:30-2pm With Neighbor to Neighbor MA + Wellspring Cooperative As food insecurity rises, our community is rising to feed one another. We need volunteer cooks, sous chefs & servers to help prepare and serve soup for […]
We are excited to present the first art gallery exhibit to take place at our new space! Curated by Holyoke-based father daughter team Billy and Sierra Myers, Memes, Screams and Dreams presents a vivid showcase as interpreted by a diverse group of artists. Drawing from the realms of popular culture fusion, […]
59 cent wing night, bring your friends
First of all each and every Monday evening at seven is our pitch club. With prizes for first, second, and third its easy to come home a winner. So if your looking for fun evening and meeting new people the post is the place. Never played before, no problem, there […]
The City of Holyoke Board of Health invites residents to join free yoga classes at the Community Center inside the Holyoke Public Library this fall. Tuesdays from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM on the following dates: September 23 September 30 October 7 October 21 November 4 November 25 December 2 […]
Join fellow readers for the next book discussion group at Wistariahurst beginning November 18th, 2025. Readers will dive into “Love War Stories” by Ivelisse Rodriguez. Dedicated “to Holyoke girls”, this collection of poems and short stories examines the complexities of relationships and the grief and betrayal that can affect them. Love […]
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.
Discover the Pioneer Valley’s top destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. Conveniently located off I-91 and I-90, Holyoke Mall offers nearly 150 stores, eateries, and attractions—all in one place!
Wistariahurst offers a wide variety of programs, educational opportunities, and events including workshops, concerts, lectures and demonstrations designed to be of service to and enhance the quality of life of Holyoke residents.
This new indoor club will feature 15 fenced courts, a pro shop, and a snack bar, offering outdoor-style play with indoor benefits. Construction starts soon, with an opening planned for late 2025 near JCPenney.