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.
Founded in 1979, the Holyoke Farmers’ Market in Holyoke, MA has been a wonderful way to meet our local farmers and get fresh flavorful produce for over 40 years! We accept EBT/ SNAP, HIP - and WIC coupons - hablamos Español!
MATRIA is a photo series that uplifts the stories of five Puerto Rican women that have made significant contributions in Holyoke. These leaders have dedicated themselves to making positive change in our community through activism, preserving history, fighting for accessible education, connecting community members with resources and engaging in volunteer work. The community leaders featured in this project include: Gladys Lebrón-Martínez, María Salgado-Cartagena, Marisela Alvarado, Marisol Fontánez Cuadrado, and Yamaris Rivera. After its debut at Wistariahurst, Matria will move in Spring 2025 to Holyoke’s Puerto Rican Cultural District on Main Street, inviting an even broader audience to witness and celebrate these women's journeys. You can view MATRIA by Michelle Falcón Fontánez on Mondays (10am-2pm) and Tuesdays (4:30pm-6:30pm) from January 13th through […]
Founded in 1979, the Holyoke Farmers’ Market in Holyoke, MA has been a wonderful way to meet our local farmers and get fresh flavorful produce for over 40 years! We accept EBT/ SNAP, HIP - and WIC coupons - hablamos Español!
Do you make the best Sancocho in the city? Our taste buds are ready to be the judge of that! Let’s see who can cook up the most flavorful, heartwarming Sancocho! GRAND PRIZE: $300.00 CASH Date: January 30th , 2025 Time: 5:45PM-7:15PM Location: The Greater Holyoke YMCA Gymnasium Competitor’s Fee: $20.00 Attendance Fee: $3.00 per person / $5.00 per family (samples will be available for attendees) Registration is required. Please scan QR code to register or speak with one of our
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.
Learn to design, draw, and paint your own Sassy Dame on a canvas -- this is a make & take workshop where each participant will be walked through the process of creating a Sassy Dame based on yourself (or your bestie, we don't mind). Materials will be provided for use during class, and one small square canvas is included in the class cost (participants are welcome to bring additional canvases if they would like). Registration required. $45
Be a part of the next creative adventure coming to the halls of Wistariahurst Museum by participating in our Wistariahurst Kid’s Art Classes! This series of art classes is geared towards children in grades K-12 to spark creativity and inspire a love for art history. Joycelin Raho, the talented instructor guiding these classes, will help children explore different mediums and artistic techniques to unlock their imaginations. These engaging activities will help kids create their own masterpieces through a hands-on approach to learning To make these classes accessible and available for all kids in our community, we offer a sliding scale for admission. Parents and/or guardians can choose admission pricing from $10, $15, or $20, which will help cover the cost […]
Shine your dancing shoes and join us for a high-energy evening with the acclaimed Hot Sardines, who bring their high-energy, vintage sound to the new De La Luz Soundstage on February 2, 2025. Formed in New York City, this dynamic ensemble seamlessly blends traditional New Orleans jazz with modern flair, delivering a thrilling live experience that will have you tapping your toes and singing along. Featuring virtuosic musicianship, rich vocal harmonies, and a playful stage presence, the Hot Sardines promise an evening of nostalgia that will transport you back to the heyday of the 1920s and 30s. Tickets are on sale now - get yours before they're gone!
MATRIA is a photo series that uplifts the stories of five Puerto Rican women that have made significant contributions in Holyoke. These leaders have dedicated themselves to making positive change in our community through activism, preserving history, fighting for accessible education, connecting community members with resources and engaging in volunteer work. The community leaders featured in this project include: Gladys Lebrón-Martínez, María Salgado-Cartagena, Marisela Alvarado, Marisol Fontánez Cuadrado, and Yamaris Rivera. After its debut at Wistariahurst, Matria will move in Spring 2025 to Holyoke’s Puerto Rican Cultural District on Main Street, inviting an even broader audience to witness and celebrate these women's journeys. You can view MATRIA by Michelle Falcón Fontánez on Mondays (10am-2pm) and Tuesdays (4:30pm-6:30pm) from January 13th through […]
Founded in 1979, the Holyoke Farmers’ Market in Holyoke, MA has been a wonderful way to meet our local farmers and get fresh flavorful produce for over 40 years! We accept EBT/ SNAP, HIP - and WIC coupons - hablamos Español!
MATRIA is a photo series that uplifts the stories of five Puerto Rican women that have made significant contributions in Holyoke. These leaders have dedicated themselves to making positive change in our community through activism, preserving history, fighting for accessible education, connecting community members with resources and engaging in volunteer work. The community leaders featured in this project include: Gladys Lebrón-Martínez, María Salgado-Cartagena, Marisela Alvarado, Marisol Fontánez Cuadrado, and Yamaris Rivera. After its debut at Wistariahurst, Matria will move in Spring 2025 to Holyoke’s Puerto Rican Cultural District on Main Street, inviting an even broader audience to witness and celebrate these women's journeys. You can view MATRIA by Michelle Falcón Fontánez on Mondays (10am-2pm) and Tuesdays (4:30pm-6:30pm) from January 13th through […]
Join Instructor Ken Ross to learn more about and taste organic wines from around the world
