Shad Festival 2026
2026-06-07 - 2026-06-08 | Holyoke Rows, 25 Jones Ferry Rd, Holyoke, MA, 01040, United States
You’re invited to our second annual Shad Festival–
a celebration of the Connecticut River and the annual shad migration in western Massachusetts!
Join us for delicious food, crew races, kayak adventures, river-themed arts and crafts, fishing, shad planking, vendors, music, ice cream and much more.
Date: June 7
Parking: Free parking along both sides of Main Street & in the Dean High School parking lot
Location: Holyoke Rows, 25 Jones Ferry Rd., Holyoke, MA
*Local Vendors! If you are a Holyoke business or organization, come join us. Please reach out to Stephanie Moore, Director of Holyoke Rows, at smoore@holyokerows.org

Beginning Your Spiritual Journey
2026-06-08 18:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Every spiritual path begins with a single step… but it is the foundation of those steps that determines how far you can go. Beginning Your Spiritual Journey is a twelve-week Live In-Person immersive course designed to give you the tools, practices, and wisdom to start safely, clearly, and with confidence. Over the span of three months, you will learn how to ground and protect your energy, clear your field, and strengthen your spiritual awareness. Week by week, you’ll discover how to work with the elements of Earth, Water, Fire, and Air; awaken the chakras and understand their role in your wellbeing; and practice seeing auras, connecting with guides, and sensing energy in yourself and others. With every session, you will experience your growth in real time, noticing how much stronger, steadier, and more open your energy becomes. This is not theory alone. You will be given practical exercises: feeling and moving energy in your hands, using breathwork to balance the elements, learning to sense truth from falsehood, practicing psychometry, and even exploring the four directions and their sacred teachings. We will weave together grounding, natural law, compassion, and spiritual hygiene so that your journey begins from a place of strength. By the end of the twelve weeks, you will have a living road map to continue your path; one that includes protection practices, a deeper understanding of your own aura and chakras, connection with spirit guides, and a foundation of natural law and compassion to guide you. This course is perfect for those at the beginning of their spiritual awakening, as well as anyone who has explored before but longs for a stronger, safer, more heart-centered foundation. “Early Bird” Coupon Code upon checkout to save $25 if you sign up by Feb 28! Any questions contact Mary McGrath directly 413 636 8496

Musical Bingo
2026-06-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-06-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-07 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-14 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-21 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-28 18:30 - 20:30 and 10 more dates | Donovan’s Irish Pub, 80 Jarvis Avenue, Holyoke, MA, 01040
Musical Bingo at Donovan’s Irish Pub. Four rounds, a gift certificate awarded each round

No Frills Karaoke
2026-06-11 20:00 - 23:59, 2026-06-18 20:00 - 23:59, 2026-06-25 20:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-02 20:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-09 20:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-16 20:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-23 20:00 - 23:59, 2026-07-30 20:00 - 23:59 and 35 more dates | Fame Lounge/Eatery, 386 Dwight St, Holyoke, MA, 01040, United States
No frills. No judgements. You do you.
Join us every Thursday at 8pm for music, laughter, and some unforgettable performaces! Everyone is welcome. Todos son bienvenidos!
Kitchen is open from 5pm to 10pm.

Free Community Meal & Family Movie
2026-06-12 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-07-10 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-08-14 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-09-11 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-10-09 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-11-13 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-12-11 17:00 - 18:00 | United Congregational Church of Holyoke, 300 Appleton St, Holyoke, MA, 01040, United States
Free Community Meal the 2nd Friday of each month. Join us for a delicious meal and conversation. Bring the family, come and eat, watch a movie or both. All are welcome. 50/50 Raffle and door prizes.

Noche Caliente
2026-06-13 21:00 - 2026-06-14 00:00 | Fame Lounge/Eatery, 386 Dwight St, Holyoke, MA, 01040, United States
Noche Caliente is a sizzling Latin dance party that will set your nights ablaze! Come and experience the heat as you dance the night away to the fiery rhythms of salsa, bachata, merengue, and more. With electrifying music and a vibrant atmosphere, Noche Caliente is the ultimate destination for Latin dance enthusiasts. Let loose and immerse yourself in the energy of the dance floor, where the beats are hot, the moves are sultry, and the energy is infectious. Don’t miss out on an unforgettable evening of music, dance, and passion at Noche Caliente!

Afro Caribbean History through the Arts, Celebrating Juneteenth!
2026-06-19 16:00 - 21:00, 2026-06-20 16:00 - 21:00
With Haitian Creole interpretation, food and more, our program will also blend with the Afro Taino and Afro Cuban cultural Heritage foundational beats, workshops, dance, and community building. Join us in this multicultural, intergenerational, and interdisciplinary celebration honoring Juneteenth!!

Holyoke PrideFEST 2026
2026-06-27 12:00 - 18:00
Join us for the 5th annual Holyoke PrideFEST — a day of joy, music, art, and community celebration in the heart of The Paper City! What began as a one-day block party has grown into a citywide movement of love and visibility, honoring the strength, creativity, and resilience of Holyoke’s LGBTQIA+ community and our allies across Western Mass.
Expect an unforgettable afternoon of live performances, drag, dancing, local food, family fun, and pure queer magic under the summer sky.
This year marks our biggest PrideFEST yet — and we can’t wait to celebrate YOU. Whether you’re coming to perform, vend, volunteer, or simply be loud and proud, everyone is welcome at Holyoke PrideFEST 2026!
Stay tuned for announcements about our lineup, special guests, and all the colorful surprises we have in store.
For sponsors, vendors, and performers, visit www.holyokepride.org for details and registration.
