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.
Join us in-person in the Community Room or pre-register to join on Zoom for "What is the citizenship status of Puerto Ricans?" Can Congress strip the citizenship of Puerto Ricans away if Puerto Rico changes its status? Professor Charles Venator-Santiago examines the history of the extension of citizenship to Puerto […]
Stop by the Visitor Center to try your hand at making a piece of homemade paper. Holyoke was home to many paper mills, manufacturing quality paper for worldwide distribution. This earned Holyoke's nickname of "The Paper City." Kids and adults will enjoy getting your hands wet to make a special […]
Trick-or-Treating is returning to City Hall on Halloween this year. Join us at City Hall, the Annex Building, and the DPW 10am-12pm Halloween morning.
Halloween Mall-O-Ween is BACK! Bring your little goblins and ghouls to Holyoke Mall on October 31 from 4PM to 6PM for an spooktacular evening of trick-or-treating across the shopping center.All treats, no tricks! Snap a pic of your trick-or-treating adventure around the shopping center and enter our Halloween Social Media Costume […]
Visit Gary Rome Hyundai to experience the 2nd Annual Trees of Hope Event to benefit the Ronald McDonald House of Springfield! Our entire showroom has been transformed into a winter wonderland, full of decorated holiday, Christmas and themed trees from November 5 to the 18th. Purchase raffle tickets for as […]
A multi-dimensional celebration honoring Indigenous cultures. Events include a scholarly discussion by guest speaker Rhonda Anderson, Western Massachusetts Commissioner on Indian Affairs; exhibition of the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women painting project by Nayana LaFond; traditional cultural presentations including eastern woodland social songs by Andre StrongBearHeart; family storytelling in the […]
Architects give houses their shape, but people give them life. Join us as Robert Comeau tells the story of 181 Linden Street through the biographies of the families who lived there in the past. In the nineteenth century, 181 Linden (then 215 Linden) was one of Holyoke’s most magnificent Queen […]
21+ Free Event Sponsored by Canna Provisions Crates to dig from Spin That Records Calling all DJs, Record Junkies, Vinyl Enthusiasts – we’re asking the collective community to join us monthly for a night of all vinyl music. Get your sets ready, organize those 45s and come to signup and […]
Tour includes the park's history as a park alongside the Irish Catholic St. Jerome's Church Campus. Free Event Join Bob Comeau as he takes us on a tour of Veterans' Memorial Park. Learn about the fascinating history of this neighborhood. You will learn about the park's designation as part of […]
Get ready, Holyoke: Gypsy Layne is heading your way for an event you won’t want to miss—and that you won’t soon forget. Gypsy Layne Cabaret Co., the beloved Berkshire-based burlesque troupe, will make its grand debut at Gateway City Arts on Saturday, November 12, in TITLE, an exuberant evening of joyous entertainment. This […]
Stop by Gary Rome Hyundai on Sunday October 13th between noon and 4pm for a Holiday Market…featuring over 30 vendors. Everything from crafts, jewelry, skin care products, food, books…and so much more! The Holiday Market is planned in conjunction with the 2nd Annual Trees of Hope Event to benefit the […]
Join us for a 45 minute tour of 2 floors of Wistariahurst, home of textile industrialist William Skinner and his family. Learn about how and why the building was moved from the Skinnerville to Holyoke. This docent lead tour our includes The great hall, library, gallery, leather room, dining room, […]
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.
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!