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.
Join us for Day One of the inaugural Race Street SalsaFest at De la Luz—a full day of food, rhythm, culture, and connection on the edge of Holyoke’s Puerto Rican Cultural District. Everyone is welcome and registration is requested to secure your spot. Start your day early at Comfort Bagel, open […]
Come to the Exhibition Hall in the Visitor Center to get an up-close and personal view of some of the little creatures that share our world. Renee Hill's exquisite macrophotography opens your eyes to the details of salamanders, spiders, grasshoppers and other creatures you may have never seen - even […]
Join the park interpreter for a 2-hour walk along Holyoke’s canal system. We explore engineering prowess, mill operation, historic visionaries, and the power of water as we walk along parts of the first and second level canals of this fascinating planned industrial city. Along the way we will see headraces, […]
Come to the Exhibition Hall in the Visitor Center to get an up-close and personal view of some of the little creatures that share our world. Renee Hill's exquisite macrophotography opens your eyes to the details of salamanders, spiders, grasshoppers and other creatures you may have never seen - even […]
Spice up your summer with our Sizzling Summer with the Skinner Servants tour on July 19th, 2024. Explore the first and second floors of the mansion while being escorted by one of the former housemaids. Beat the heat with this special ticketed event that will educate guests on the lives […]
Professional watercolor artist Gretchen Holesovsky is offering a three hour watercolor class. She will teach watercolor basics and lead the class in a simple painting. You will learn about color and color mixing and some simple techniques to enhance a painting. Everyone will leave with knowledge of the medium and […]
Get ready for a rhythmic revolution as Las Karamba lights up De La Luz with their electrifying blend of Latin tradition and modern flair. Born in Barcelona and powered by women from Venezuela, Cuba, Argentina, France, and Catalonia, this all-female powerhouse fuses salsa, cha-cha-chá, timba, and son with rap, samba, […]
For kids and their families. Explore a range of topics including turbines, birds, insects, animals, and more. Stay as long or briefly as you like. Find the Park Interpreter at a picnic table along the sidewalk every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday afternoon. Stop by for new hands-on science investigations each […]
A leisurely walk geared for seniors but open to all. Join the Park Interpreter for some exercise along the streets and canals of Holyoke with informal, on-the-go interpretation. Each roughly 1 to 2-mile walk features a topic such as local history, architecture, plants, and wildlife. Meet at the Visitor Center. […]
Come to the Exhibition Hall in the Visitor Center to get an up-close and personal view of some of the little creatures that share our world. Renee Hill's exquisite macrophotography opens your eyes to the details of salamanders, spiders, grasshoppers and other creatures you may have never seen - even […]
Visit Wistariahurst Museum to experience Dinosaurs in the Driveway with Sarah Doyle. Doyle dives into the history of the dinosaur tracks leading up to Wistariahurst. In 1927, when Belle Skinner had slabs of sandstone with dinosaur footprints laid as a driveway to Wistariahurst, it may have seemed an idiosyncratic choice. Although […]
Visit the Cart for hands-on demonstrations, puzzles, and games related to Holyoke’s cultural and industrial history. Try packing a suitcase for moving away or guess the purpose of historic equipment while you learn about Holyoke. Discover something new each week. Find the Park Interpreter in the park near the Children’s […]
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.
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.
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.