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 the third annual Battle of the Bars to Support the St. Patrick’s Committee of Holyoke!
Friday, 2/24 at the Knights Of Columbus in Holyoke
This event will feature one bartender from each of the Bars listed below. They will battle each other to see who can raise the most tips for donations to the Parade.
The winner will be the host of our Trophy Celebration:
6:00-7:00: Slainte and Holyoke Elks
7:00-8:00: Halfway House and Griffins
8:00-9:00: Francie’s and Pic’s Pub
Bartenders will be:
Griffins Cafe | Brie Bissell
Pics Pub | Gabby Dulude
Francie’s | Josh Wielgosz
Slainte | Trista Kasperowski
Halfway House | Colleen Flanagan
Holyoke Elks | Bree Prattico
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 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.
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