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.
What is your first memory of dirt? at the Holyoke Public Library is a community storytelling session that centers land and remembrance as a collective tool towards liberation. Local teens from Holyoke Media interview their neighbors about their first memories of land at Holyoke Public Library. The stories will be […]
Nueva Esperanza Presents: Holyoke Mural-Fest Tours Sponsored by Mass in Motion, OPED, and The Massachusetts Gaming Commission’s Community Mitigation Fund and in partnership with Holyoke Youth Football. Join us for an exciting opportunity to explore the vibrant murals of Holyoke! We are offering 4 free unique mural tours on different dates, […]
no frills karaoke. We don’t even use capital letters. every thursday at 8:00. you, a microphone, and your destiny. bring your own fame.
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, […]
Join us on October 18th with a free event- featuring live music, food truck, and vendors.
Join Holyoke’s Office of Conservation and Sustainability and Kestrel Land Trust on a guided tour of Anniversary Hill Park to explore the Phase 1 trail improvements. There will be a shuttle with limited seating that leaves City Hall at 9:45 AM, arriving at Anniversary Hill Park by 10:00 AM. The […]
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 […]
Meet us at Holyoke City Hall between 10am and noon get your information about the 20 Doors Open Locations. Also get information from Mass In Motion and the Bike & Pedestrain Committee on other activites. Guilde maps, Explore Holyoke tote bags to the first 50 people who stop by and […]
The Office of Planning and Economic Development (OPED) , in collaboration with the Greater Holyoke Chamber, is excited to announce Doors Open 2024, which will take place on Saturday, October 19th. In 2021, the City of Holyoke hosted its first Doors Open event with 20+ locations opened and over 300 […]
Looking for something to do for 2 hours on Saturday morning? Ever wonder what the Masonic Temple looked like on the inside? Join the Holyoke Preservation Trust and the Masonic Temple for a great FREE tour!
The doors are open at the Massachusetts Academy of Ballet. Stop by our studios at 4 Open Square Way Suite 403 on October 19th from 10 am to 1 pm. This is a great opportunity to check out the studio, watch classes and speak with the directors, Rose and Charles […]
The City of Holyoke and the Tourism Advisory Committee are excited to announce the details of the Day in the 'Yoke Free Shuttle bus services! Thanks to funding from the Mass Gaming Mitigation Grant, the OPED team and Tourism Advisory Committee are delighted to offer shuttle services once again! The […]
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!
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.
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.