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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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  • Grow Holyoke Awards: Holyoke’s Tomorrow Begins Today!

    Mill 1 at Open Square 1 Open Square Way, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Join us as we celebrate Miguel Rivera and Lidia Rodriguez, as our Business Persons of the Year, our first Latinos to win this award since the Chamber launched this award in 1971. Additionally, their company, Rewarding Insurance Agency, as our Business of the Year! Holyoke legend, Carl Eger as our […]

  • Trees to the Rescue Jr.

    Trees to the Rescue Jr.
    Holyoke Heritage State Park 221 Appleton St, Holyoke, MA

    Trees cool hot cityscapes, filter polluted air, provide relaxing views, slow runoff and more. Discover beneficial traits of urban trees in Holyoke Heritage State Park as you stamp your chart during this short leisurely stroll. This free program is perfect for families and children ages 8 and up. Come learn […]

  • Comprehensive Plan Community Listening Session

    Comprehensive Plan Community Listening Session
    Holyoke Heritage State Park 221 Appleton St, Holyoke, MA

    For the first time since 1999, Holyoke is updating its Comprehensive Plan, a Commonwealth-mandated document under that requires Massachusetts cities and towns to maintain a plan for their long-term physical development. Through comprehensive plans, cities and towns envision aspirational futures for themselves and identify implementation pathways for achieving those aspirations. […]

  • Paper City Fabrics Bag Sale

    Paper City Fabrics 330 High St, Holyoke, MA

    Paper City Fabrics (330 High St., Holyoke) is hosting a bag sale on Saturday, October 26 from 11 am-6 pm. The backroom will be full of bins of fabric (from remnants to yardage), including quilting cotton, apparel and home decor fabric. Plus, we'll have bins of yarn and leather. Fill […]

  • Polish and Eastern European Immigration in the Industrial Era – Holyoke & Western Mass

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

    In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, people from Poland and other Eastern European countries immigrated to Western Massachusetts in significant numbers. Many in the upper Pioneer Valley farmed the rich soils in Franklin and Hampshire Counties; others came to work in the mills and factories in Holyoke and […]

  • Costume Party for a Cause

    Holyoke Lodge of Elks 250 Whitney Ave, Holyoke, MA

    It's the Costume Party you don't want to miss! EAT! DRINK! DANCE! WIN PRIZES! Buffet ~ D.J. ~ Games ~ Silent Auction Costume preferred, but not required. Donation: $30.00 in advance / $40.00 at door Kids 11 and under are FREE!!  Must be accompanied by an adult. Can't attend? Please […]

  • Halloween Dance Party at Fame Lounge & Eatery

    Fame Lounge/Eatery 386 Dwight St, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Join us for a spooktacular night at FAME Lounge on October 26th from 9 PM to 12 AM for the "Halloween Dance Party"! Get ready for spine-tingling cocktails, spooky dancing, and a night filled with terrifyingly fun costumes. DJ Matt Krefting will be spinning beats all night, and there’s even […]

  • HALLOWEEN BRUNCH

    Camellia’s Cafe 116 High Street, Holyoke, MA

    Come in your best spookiest attire and get ready to much at our frightfully fabulous brunch! With beats of DJ KrazyJ sponging live from 12-4PM, the party is gonna be boo-tiful! Sip on mimosas, beer, and wine while indulging in a brunch that’s simply to die for! Don’t let the […]

  • 7th Annual Holyoke Community Ofrenda: Calaveras Event at Wistariahurst Museum with Attack Bear Press

    Wistariahurst 238 Cabot Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Get ready for another amazing Dia de Los Muertos celebration with Attack Bear Press and Wistariahurst Museum with a special calaveras (skull) painting event. Dia de Los Muertos is a special tradition that allows people to celebrate and remember deceased loved ones by decorating an ofrenda, a communal altar dedicated […]

  • Introduction to Bartending

    Introduction to Bartending
    HCC Culinary Arts Institute 164 Race Street, Holyoke, MA, United States

    Our emphasis on professionalism and responsible alcohol service will ensure you're equipped with the knowledge to create a safe and enjoyable environment for all.

  • Public Workshop: City of Holyoke Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Plan

    Join the City of Holyoke for the second Natural Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Plan Update public workshop! Hazards such as floods, wind storms, and heat waves do not affect people equally. Have you experienced loss or disruption from natural hazards and climate change? We would like to hear from […]

  • Reception for Thrive: Beyond Surviving

    Taber Art Gallery Holyoke Community College 303 Homestead Ave. 2nd Floor,, Holyoke, MA

    Join us at the Taber Art Gallery for a Reception celebrating Thrive: Beyond Surviving! This in-person event promises to be a night of inspiration and connection. Come mingle with like-minded individuals and explore the powerful artwork on display. Let's celebrate resilience and empowerment together. Don't miss out on this special […]