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 the late 19th and early 20th centuries, people from Poland and other Eastern European countries immigrated to Western Massachusetts in significant numbers. Many in the upper Pioneer Valley farmed the rich soils in Franklin and Hampshire Counties; others came to work in the mills and factories in Holyoke and […]
It's the Costume Party you don't want to miss! EAT! DRINK! DANCE! WIN PRIZES! Buffet ~ D.J. ~ Games ~ Silent Auction Costume preferred, but not required. Donation: $30.00 in advance / $40.00 at door Kids 11 and under are FREE!! Must be accompanied by an adult. Can't attend? Please […]
Join us for a spooktacular night at FAME Lounge on October 26th from 9 PM to 12 AM for the "Halloween Dance Party"! Get ready for spine-tingling cocktails, spooky dancing, and a night filled with terrifyingly fun costumes. DJ Matt Krefting will be spinning beats all night, and there’s even […]
Come in your best spookiest attire and get ready to much at our frightfully fabulous brunch! With beats of DJ KrazyJ sponging live from 12-4PM, the party is gonna be boo-tiful! Sip on mimosas, beer, and wine while indulging in a brunch that’s simply to die for! Don’t let the […]
Get ready for another amazing Dia de Los Muertos celebration with Attack Bear Press and Wistariahurst Museum with a special calaveras (skull) painting event. 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 […]
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Join the City of Holyoke for the second Natural Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Plan Update public workshop! Hazards such as floods, wind storms, and heat waves do not affect people equally. Have you experienced loss or disruption from natural hazards and climate change? We would like to hear from […]
Join us at the Taber Art Gallery for a Reception celebrating Thrive: Beyond Surviving! This in-person event promises to be a night of inspiration and connection. Come mingle with like-minded individuals and explore the powerful artwork on display. Let's celebrate resilience and empowerment together. Don't miss out on this special […]
Stop by Wistariahurst Museum on October 31st and November 1st from 4:30pm-6:30pm 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 […]
no frills karaoke. We don’t even use capital letters. every thursday at 8:00. you, a microphone, and your destiny. bring your own fame.
Join us for our Fall FREE Spooky Showing to kick off our 2024 season of our newly expanded Broadway Brings Joy: Musical Theater Academy! Prepare to be entertained by excerpts from “spooky” musicals such as: THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS, BEETLEJUICE, CHICAGO, THE ADDAMS FAMILY, ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW and more! […]
“The Obituary” unfolds the story of Theodore Thadius Gohagen IV, affectionately known as Thad, whose life has been meticulously crafted by his father, Theodore III. Thad has inherited the family business, Gohagen Funeral Home, and has lived according to his father's design. However, following his father's death, Thad decides to […]
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 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!
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.