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.
Bob Comeau will narrate an informative walking tour of the historic Holyoke Canal System with the focus on the 1st and 2nd level canals. Be prepared to walk 2.5 miles. Bring your camera!
For kids and their families every Saturday. For junior scientists ages 7 and older and their families. Follow, observe and document animal behavior. Guided study of birds, squirrels, insects and other urban wildlife. Topics vary weekly. Meet at the Visitor Center.
Czechtoberfest is back! It’s been a long three years, and we’re ready to bring back the Beer Garden’s season-closing event. Come for the beer, come for the food, music, art…it’s all here! Hang out in the beer garden, sample Czech fare (made right here by Vitek!), and take a look […]
Join us this Saturday, October 22nd from 2pm-8pm as 15 additional vendors haunt the halls of the ARTery with their macabre and hair-raising works! NightMarket Saturday, October 22 | 2pm-8pm ARTery 289 High St. Holyoke, MA holyokeart.com
Be there on Saturday, October 22, 2022 as we cheer the new class during their Volleyball Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. Guests will be entertained by videos showcasing the new inductees careers, highlighted by remarks from each inductee and award winners. The 36th Class of Inductees includes six honorees: four-time […]
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 […]
In the Leslie Phillips Theater in the Fine and Performing Art building of Holyoke Community College, doors open at 2:30 for the performance which begins at 3 pm. There is no admission charge. Donations (cash and checks )are greatly appreciated. Composers born in the Scandinavian nations of Norway, Sweden, Denmark, […]
Wednesday October 26th 5:30 – 7:30 pm Bring Your Vehicle & Be Part Of The Fun Please join Mont Marie with vehicles, goodies, and your costumes to make this event fun for the children of Holyoke Sign up by October 21st Roxane Cotton @ 413-538-6050 rcotton@montmarierehab.com Thanks for […]
Creep through the darkened hallways and rooms of the spooky Wistariahurst Mansion. Explore the home by candlelight and feel the energy of those who lived here and those who worked here. Learn about the Skinner family, how the house came to Holyoke, and how silk, wisteria, and antique musical instruments transformed […]
The biggest Trunk or Treat event in the area! Bring your trick or treaters trunk to trunk safely on the campus of Holyoke Community College! Free and open to the public. Community agencies who would like to sign up to host a trunk can contact Sheila Gould at sgould@hcc.edu.
For kids and their families every Saturday. For junior scientists ages 7 and older and their families. Follow, observe and document animal behavior. Guided study of birds, squirrels, insects and other urban wildlife. Topics vary weekly. Meet at the Visitor Center.
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 […]
The fastest-growing sport in the country is waiting for you. Now’s the perfect time to get in the game. Grab a paddle. Join the fun. Get a complimentary first lesson free!
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, including Dick’s House of Sport opening spring 2028!
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.