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.
Flutter on over to the mall on August 6 to learn about butterflies and other exotic animals with Magic Wings Butterfly Conservatory. Magic Wings is an 8000 square-foot tropical conservatory with nearly 4000 free-flying tropical and native butterflies from all over the world! They also have exotic reptiles, frogs, fish, birds & insects to see up close and personal.
Tykes Tuesday is BACK at the Holyoke Mall on Tuesday mornings from 11:00 AM to noon in Macy’s Court. The fun starts July 9 and runs to August 20.
The kids’ program is free, open to the public, and is best suited for children ages 12 and under. This year’s activities include a visit from Forest Park Zoo, a magic show, and more!
Tykes Tuesday is sponsored by 22 News, 94.7 WMAS, Valley Opportunity Council & WIC.
Tykes Tuesday 2024 Schedule:
Along with our weekly entertainment, DazzleDay Face Painters will be at each event to transform your little ones into colorful characters and exciting creatures through the magic of face painting! Children will also be able to unleash their creativity at a weekly coloring station, brought to you by TD Bank.
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.
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.