Race Street Bazaar
Gateway City Arts 92 Race St, Holyoke, MAEvery Sunday, vendors sell Vintage, Second Hand, used Clothing, books, vinyl records, crafts, collectibles, and more.
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.
Every Sunday, vendors sell Vintage, Second Hand, used Clothing, books, vinyl records, crafts, collectibles, and more.
Join us at Wistariahurst Museum on June 19th, 2023, from 1-5pm for an unforgettable day of celebration! It’s time to commemorate freedom and embrace our country’s second independence day in the most joyful way possible! Experience lawn games, incredible music, delicious treats from local Black vendors, stunning face painting, and hands-on art projects. Capture your story through oral history activities and be part of history. Let’s celebrate the vibrant tapestry of Black history, life, and culture that has shaped Holyoke. Juneteenth is a reminder of the incredible resilience of Black life. It symbolizes the struggles and triumphs of formerly enslaved […]
Armour Yard is back! Every Monday 5 to 8 P.M. starting on June 5 through September 25th. Join us for a fun time and enjoy craft brews from White Lion Brewing and Holyoke Craft Beer. Food by Holyoke Hummus Company, CRAVE, and Thai Chili Food Truck. Additional offerings will be announced via Instagram and Facebook. MONDAY IS STILL THE NEW SUNDAY AT ARMOUR YARD HOLYOKE! 164 Race Street, Holyoke (Next to The Cubit)
Wednesdays, 7:30am-8:15am starting April 19th Hybrid: Chair and Mat Yoga Location: City Hall Ballroom Open to all levels of practice (beginners welcome!) *Please bring your own mat, a water bottle and wear comfortable clothes you can move in easily. All Dates Include: 4/19, 4/26, 5/3, 5/10, 5/17, 5/24, (no 5/31), 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/19, 7/26 Please make sure you can commit to more than half the sessions! Space is limited so sign up today! Special shout out to the Board of Health for sponsoring this amazing opportunity for us to move together! *Debra Vega (YT-350) - Debra has always had movement in […]
Join Beyond Walls and Nueva Esperanza in a kickoff celebration as we welcome an extraordinary line-up of talented muralists to the vibrant city of Holyoke! Get ready for an unforgettable evening of creativity, culture, and community. Date: June 21, 2023 Time: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM Location: El Mercado, 413 Main Street, Holyoke, MA This is more than just an art event; it's a celebration of the lively spirit and rich cultural tapestry of Holyoke. We invite you to join us in this momentous occasion, where artists, locals, and visitors come together to embrace the power of creativity and unity. […]
Muscle Tough, Philadelphia’s premier futuristic funk fusion trio will play the Divine Theater at Gateway City Arts Wednesday, June 21. City of Four will open the show. Muscle Tough specializes in a heavily improvised blend of modal jazz, funk, and rocking psychedelia. Their creative use of sound design and group-minded improvisation blurs the line between their originals and quirky pop classics. “Tough Transmissions,” a recent collection of hilariously titled one-minute songs, showcases the trio’s lack of musical boundaries and deep comedic undercurrents. With a revolving door of guests including members of Phish, MMW, Dopapod, Lotus, Snarky Puppy, and DJ Logic, along […]
Attention Job Seekers! Don't miss out on the career opportunity of a lifetime at our upcoming Job Fair! Get those resumes Ready!!! Check out the confirmed employers so far: bit.ly/GoodJobsGoodEats Raffles, Food, and LOTS of Jobs!
Welcome to Wistariahurst’s Landscape Tours! Our immersive tours offer a unique and in-depth experience of the historic gardens at Wistariahurst. Led by knowledgeable and passionate guides, our tours provide an engaging discussion of the gardens’ rich history and how they have been preserved over time. As you stroll through our gardens, you’ll learn about the history of Wistariahurst and how its landscapes have evolved over the years. Our guides will share stories about the gardens’ creation and how they have been lovingly maintained and restored to their former glory. You’ll discover how our skilled gardeners continue to work tirelessly to […]
Join us for the kick off performance of SIDEWAYS DOOR II: a weekend of ecstasies & escape routes!! SIDEWAYS DOOR II is the second semi-annual festival celebrating multi-disciplinary performance, process and practice organized by LOCULUS. The performance features contemporary dance works by Karinne Keithley Syers, Laila J. Franklin, LA Samuelson, and Leah Fournier + Amelia Hientzleman at Holyoke Media. Tickets are available for a sliding scale of $15 - $50. Join us after the performance for a free party at Fame Lounge/Eatery. For more SIDEWAYS DOOR II events visit www.loculuscollective.com/festival Karinne Keithly is a teacher and artist whose work spans […]
Come dance to an all vinyl DJ set by Matt Krefting at Fame Lounge/Eatery to celebrate the first night of SIDEWAYS DOOR II: a weekend of ecstasies & escape routes! Free! Everyone welcome! The kitchen will be open until 10. The bar will be open all night. SIDEWAYS DOOR II is the second semi-annual festival celebrating multi-disciplinary performance, process and practice organized by LOCULUS. The festival takes place at multiple venues throughout the Pioneer Valley and brings together local and regional dancers, sound and video artists, and poets for three days of performances, classes, and workshops. LOCULUS is a dance […]
Join us as we bring Trash Bags to the Streets to Holyoke on June 24th! Help us keep the city clean while also getting a tour of epic murals! Before we celebrate the vibrant Noche de San Juan, let’s come together to show some love to our beautiful city of Holyoke! Join us for “Trash Bags to the Streets,” a community clean-up event that aims to keep our city looking its best. As we collect trash along and near Main St., we’ll also have the opportunity to tour the stunning murals that adorn our city. Not only will we be […]
Take dance class as part of SIDEWAYS DOOR II: a weekend of ecstasies & escape routes! Individual classes are sliding scale $15 - $30, take both for $25 - $50. 10-11:30am - Class with Laila J. Franklin This contemporary movement class is interested in excess, fatigue, virtuosity, and care. Drawing from my background in Countertechnique and contact improvisation, we will explore ways to move in and out of the ground, to move with and through space, and to move amongst one another with deep bodily and spatial awareness. This class will include guided improvisation, learned exercises, and phrase work. 12:30-2pm […]