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.
Happening Every Saturday in November! Sign up for one or all sessions.
Join this class to make your own Chibi-style portrait painting inspired by manga and anime. You’ll learn how to paint a portrait of themselves or someone else in this playful and expressive style. Ashley will provide technical info and lead you through some creative exercises giving everyone a chance to bring their personalities to life on canvas.
This is a great class for students and young adults interested in anime art forms.
About the Artist
Ashley Fenix is an experienced painter and creative educator with over ten years of experience working in art, kitchen, and community-based spaces. Their work spans mural painting, cultural themes (including Taino heritage and symbolism), and personal portraiture. They have exhibited their paintings locally and continues to explore how art can connect people through shared creativity.
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 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.
Beyond Armour Yard is Holyoke’s newest community space, created in partnership with Beyond Walls. Just steps from the original Armour Yard, it hosts “Mondays at the Armour Yard” and is open for events all week long.
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!