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 at Wistariahurst as Ben Power of the Sexual Minorities Archives will present the first lecture in the Stories of Our LGBTQ+ Ancestors lecture series. Marion Turner was an African American, gender non-conforming person who lived in Florence, Massachusetts from 1898 to 1903. Turner sometimes dressed in male […]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield Three hapless actors, 90 minutes, Shakespeare’s entire catalog. What could go wrong? Prepare to have a long laugh as Shaun O’Keefe, Tina Sparkle, and Kevin Tracy trip, fall, stab, and kiss their way through the […]
*Note that the Community Field event originally scheduled for this date has been cancelled. June 11th will now be a continuation of the planting activities on Race street* Celebrating facilities that manage rainfall using plants is central to a three-part series offered by the City of Holyoke. Each event is […]
Leslea Newman in Person Join us live and in person on Saturday, June 11 at 11 AM for a very special Odyssey Bookshop event with Holyoke author Leslea Newman for her bilingual picture book, ALICIA AND THE HURRICANE / ALICIA Y EL HURACÁN. Carmen Yulín Cruz Soto, the former […]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield Three hapless actors, 90 minutes, Shakespeare’s entire catalog. What could go wrong? Prepare to have a long laugh as Shaun O’Keefe, Tina Sparkle, and Kevin Tracy trip, fall, stab, and kiss their way through the […]
The Complete Works of William Shakespeare (Abridged) by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield Three hapless actors, 90 minutes, Shakespeare’s entire catalog. What could go wrong? Prepare to have a long laugh as Shaun O’Keefe, Tina Sparkle, and Kevin Tracy trip, fall, stab, and kiss their way through the […]
Holyoke Heritage Trail Bicycle Riding Tour – Sunday June 12 2022 from 1 to 3 PM – Park and meet near the Canal Walk bridge on Race Street (near the Cubit building) in HOLYOKE – All participants need helmets. Be ready to ride 5 miles. Sign up at EVENTBRITE under keywords - Holyoke Preservation […]
Join us for a virtual, and visual, exploration of the origins of American military uniforms. From colonies to republic, Americans used military clothing to do more than just identify soldiers and keep them warm. Military uniforms reinforced the legitimacy of American independence and create a sense of national identity. This […]
Be a part of the team that presents exceptional cultural and recreational experiences in, and around Holyoke at our beautiful State Parks! Jobs include Park Interpreters and Facilities staff at Holyoke Heritage State Park, the Holyoke Range and Skinner State Park, Mt. Tom and more! Jobs for all levels and […]
MassHire Holyoke will be hosting this outdoor job fair event June 16, 1:00pm - 300pm at Heritage State Park. This is always a fun event and people get jobs too!!! You can view the participating employers here: www.masshireholyoke.org The rain or shine date is on Friday, June 17 1:00-3:00.
Join City Historian, Penni Martorell, and Wistariahurst Master Gardener, Phyllis Barrett, for a guided tour of Wistariahurst’s historic gardens and grounds. Learn about how the landscape and gardens have evolved over the years; what has been planted here historically, and the history of this plot of land. Your guides will […]
Holyoke Heritage State Park is home to 30 different tree species. Some are native and some originate in far-off lands. Come stroll with the Park Interpreter to get to know some of these magnificent plants decorating the park. Suitable for ages 6 and up.
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!