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.
You're invited to our first 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 and much more. Date: June 8 Time: 10 AM - 4 […]
¡Buen Provecho! Drag Brunch – Celebrating Pride!Presented by Midnight Entertainment & Fame Lounge/Eatery Join us for a dazzling Pride Month celebration like no other! ¡Buen Provecho! Drag Brunch brings fierce energy, fabulous performances, and delicious food to the heart of Holyoke. Hosted by the iconic duo Tito Midnight and Ruby […]
Visit Wistariahurst for our second annual celebration event for the LGBTQ+ community: Celebrate Pride during our Sensory-Friendly Sunday Funday Passport Series this summer! Join us on Sunday, June 8th from 12:00-3:00pm to enjoy lawn games, activities, and support local businesses and artists that are a part of the LGBTQ+ community […]
DCR's NICE & EASY WALKS occur every Sunday and Monday in June. Join the Park Interpreter for some exercise along the streets and canals of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Each roughly 1 to 2 mile walk features a topic such […]
Kick off your week every Monday with good vibes, great food, and community spirit at Holyoke’s summer tradition! Enjoy a rotating lineup of local food trucks along with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. Whether you’re catching up with friends, unwinding after work, or just looking for a relaxed night out, there’s something […]
First of all each and every Monday evening at seven is our pitch club. With prizes for first, second, and third its easy to come home a winner. So if your looking for fun evening and meeting new people the post is the place. Never played before, no problem, there […]
Join fellow readers for the next book discussion group at Wistariahurst beginning June 10th, 2025. Readers will dive into “We Do This 'Til We Free Us- Abolitionist Organizing and Transforming Justice” by Mariame Kaba. This powerful collection of essays and interviews, woven together by Kaba covers topics including abolition, liberation, and political […]
The Greater Holyoke Council for Human Understanding welcomes you to the Student Scholarship Awards and Sponsor Appreciation Event! Join us under the Pavillion at Summit View, 555 Northampton Street, Holyoke, for a casual evening of music by Green Street Trio, BBQ, celebrating the achievements of our talented students and showing […]
Join us for an unforgettable evening of networking, baseball, and community spirit at Mackenzie Stadium in Holyoke on Wednesday, June 11, 2025. This unique collaboration with the Greater Chicopee Chamber and West of the River Chamber brings together professionals from across the region for a night of fun and connection. Tickets & Pricing Member Admission: $25 Includes game […]
Wepa Wednesdays – Salsa & Bachata in Holyoke Join us every Wednesday for Salsa & Bachata lessons (beginner & intermediate) Then dance the night away with the best Latin beats Free Parking Kitchen open till 10PM Affordable Drinks 7:30 PM – Salsa 8:30 PM - Bachata 9:30 PM - 12:30 […]
Celebrate the start of summer with an evening of connection, entertainment, and fun! Enjoy an open bar featuring beer and wine selections from 5:30–6:30, live music on the patio from 6–9, delicious appetizers, and exciting raffles, including a fifty-fifty and a true raffle. Explore the beautifully renovated spaces at Wyckoff […]
Danny Bedrosian, longtime keyboardist for Parliament-Funkadelic, brings his band Secret Army to De La Luz for a night of hard-hitting funk, deep grooves, and sharp musicianship. Known for blending P-Funk roots with experimental jazz, hip-hop, and progressive rock, Bedrosian leads a powerhouse ensemble that pushes beyond nostalgia. Secret Army’s live […]
This unique colorful book includes our Holyoke history, the City Hall dedication, all community events throughout the year, and highlights the Masquerade Ball and the closing of the Time Capsule.
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!
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.