The Explore Holyoke community calendar highlights the arts and cultural events throughout the city 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 and daily specials from restaurants.
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 to those dearly departed. On October 27th, we invite you to paint your clay calaveras to add to the annual ofrenda hosted at the museum again this year. Thanks to Attack Bear Press, all painting materials and calaveras will be provided at the event. You may also bring a photograph of your departed loved ones to not only add a personal touch to your artwork but so that the community can honor and remember them as well. After Dia de Los Muertos has passed, you are welcome to retrieve your photographs and painted skull to take home as a cherished keepsake.
Don’t miss this unique chance to connect with the rich tapestry of Dia de Los Muertos and contribute to a vibrant, communal ofrenda. We invite you to join us, and we encourage you to bring your friends and family to celebrate with all of your loved ones. Viewing for the 7th Annual Holyoke Community Ofrenda will be available for special open hours on October 31st and November 1st from 4:30 pm-6:30 pm. Wistariahurst Museum will host a talk on November 2nd at noon to discuss Dia de Los Muertos and its cultural significance. We can’t wait to see the collective beauty and heartfelt tributes created by our very own community and celebrate this important holiday.
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 in December.
This free, family-friendly event showcases classic cars, hot rods, and custom rides from across the region, offering a perfect addition to a fun day of races and community activities in Holyoke.
As the name implies, a “Brick Race” involves designing and building a brick racer that is cleverly mounted on wheels and raced down an inclined track using only gravity to cross the finish line.
This annual two-day event celebrates our community’s culinary and artistic talents. Attendees can savor a diverse array of culinary delights from local food trucks, explore unique offerings from local vendors, and enjoy captivating performances by regional bands and artists.
Be there on Saturday, October 19, 2024 as we cheer the new class during their Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony.
Doors Open connects residents and visitors to local places of historical, cultural, and architectural significance to bridge communities and inspire new and broader perspectives.