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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.

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  • Rebekah’s Closet Christmas Book and Toy Drive

    Rebekah’s Closet Christmas Book and Toy Drive
    United Congregational Church of Holyoke 300 Appleton St, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Rebekah's Closet, an Outreach Mission of the United Congregational Church of Holyoke supporting young families, is seeking donations for new Children's Board Books and New Toys for ages birth through age 5. We'll be collecting donations through December 23, 2024. Donations may be dropped off at the church office weekdays […]

  • Holyoke: the Water City Presentation

    Holyoke: the Water City Presentation
    Holyoke Heritage State Park 221 Appleton St, Holyoke, MA

    I propose "The Paper City" should be called "The Water City." Topography and the Connecticut River’s character gave rise to a prosperous city in the late 19th and early 20th century. Even today, water continues to power Holyoke. Come enjoy the story of ingenuity and vision in the making of […]

  • A Nutcracker Preview Returns

    Holyoke Public Library 250 Chestnut Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    The Historic Holyoke Public Library will again be the backdrop for a preview of The Nutcracker Ballet. Dancers in full costume from the Massachusetts Academy of Ballet will perform excerpts from the traditional holiday favorite. See below for a full slate of Library events before and after the performance! 10:00 […]

  • 2024 Holiday Open House and Festive Market

    2024 Holiday Open House and Festive Market
    Wistariahurst 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    You better watch out, you better not cry! Better not pout, Wistariahurst is telling you why: our Holiday Open House and Festive Market is comin' to town! On December 7th and 8th from 11 am-3 pm, the mood will be right and the spirits up during this captivating weekend of […]

  • Sassy Dames

    Sassy Dames
    The Artery 289 High St, Holyoke, MA, United States

    The show is a collection of 100 original canvases designed to be tiled, moved around, interacted with, and sold right off the wall. Some are cute, some are sweary, most are glittery. On view: Dec 5-28 Reception: Dec. 6, 5-7pm The Artery 289 High St. Holyoke, MA

  • New Roots in River Banks Exhibit reception and fun

    Holyoke Heritage State Park 221 Appleton St, Holyoke, MA

    Are you of Polish or Eastern European Descent? Saturday December 7th Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor Center is celebrating your heritage. Even if you have a different background, come learn about these custom-rich people and have some fun. Line-up of activities: *12:00 – 4:00 – Reception with free refreshments. Be […]

  • Christmas Tree Lighting & Parade of Lights

    It’s that time again for our Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights Evening Event! Mark your calendars, December 7th! 3-5pm: free carousel rides the Holyoke Merry-Go-Round, crafts at The Children's Museum at Holyoke. 5-6pm: in front of Holyoke City Hall on High Street we will have music, hot chocolate, […]

  • Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights

    It’s that time again for our Christmas Tree Lighting and Parade of Lights Evening Event! Mark those calendars for Saturday December 7th!!!! Check out the agenda below! We will have cookies, crafts, merry go round rides, music, hot chocolate, Olaf & Santa! From 3-5pm we will have free carousel rides […]

  • Rebekah’s Closet Christmas Book and Toy Drive

    Rebekah’s Closet Christmas Book and Toy Drive
    United Congregational Church of Holyoke 300 Appleton St, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Rebekah's Closet, an Outreach Mission of the United Congregational Church of Holyoke supporting young families, is seeking donations for new Children's Board Books and New Toys for ages birth through age 5. We'll be collecting donations through December 23, 2024. Donations may be dropped off at the church office weekdays […]

  • Brunch Sunday

    Camellia’s Cafe 116 High Street, Holyoke, MA

    It’s getting chilly outside! Come get cozy and enjoy brunch at Camellias from 10 AM to 4 PM. Groove to fantastic music mixed by DJ Marky from 12 PM to 4 PM. We’ll be serving mimosas, beer, and wine as well!

  • 2024 Holiday Open House and Festive Market

    2024 Holiday Open House and Festive Market
    Wistariahurst 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    You better watch out, you better not cry! Better not pout, Wistariahurst is telling you why: our Holiday Open House and Festive Market is comin' to town! On December 7th and 8th from 11 am-3 pm, the mood will be right and the spirits up during this captivating weekend of […]

  • BINGO FUNDRAISING – Rodriguez Holyoke Kenpo Karate

    City Sports Bar and Lounge 352 High St, Holyoke, MA

    Join us for a fun game of bingo for a fantastic cause! Help us raise funds to provide the Kenpo kids with a memorable Christmas party! Booklets include 10 games Prepay before December 1st:  $20 for one booklet  or  $30 for two booklets. Pay after December 1st or at the […]