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.
Delight all of your senses with an elegant Francophone inspired brunch buffet, aromatic locally roasted coffee, fragrant mimosas, and world class Gypsy Jazz. The brunch is pre-fix, with access to the entire buffet. If you’re not that hungry, choose the coffee and pastry option, or simply come for the music. […]
Joanne Shaw Taylor, initially discovered by Dave Stewart of the Eurythmics at the tender age of 16, has over the years carved out an impressive niche for herself in the world of blues-rock. After witnessing her remarkable guitar playing, Stewart immediately invited her to join his supergroup, D.U.P., setting the […]
Summer heats up at De La Luz Soundstage with DJ Nina Flowers — the legendary queen of the turntables and international drag icon! Known for her fierce beats, electrifying presence, and ability to set dancefloors ablaze from Miami to Madrid, Nina brings her signature blend of tribal, house, and Latin […]
“The first time I saw Walter Parks I knew I was witnessing a rare talent! From a whisper out of heaven to a 747 like roar Walter can write it, sing it and play it all!” – JJ Grey Witness a one-of-a-kind musical experience as Walter Parks & The Unlawful […]
Get ready for a rhythmic revolution as Las Karamba lights up De La Luz with their electrifying blend of Latin tradition and modern flair. Born in Barcelona and powered by women from Venezuela, Cuba, Argentina, France, and Catalonia, this all-female powerhouse fuses salsa, cha-cha-chá, timba, and son with rap, samba, […]
Join us for Day One of the inaugural Race Street SalsaFest at De la Luz—a full day of food, rhythm, culture, and connection on the edge of Holyoke’s Puerto Rican Cultural District. Everyone is welcome and registration is requested to secure your spot. Start your day early at Comfort Bagel, open […]
Join us for the third installment of our new global dance night exploring the past, present and future of dance music across a broadening spectrum of genres — from disco to dembow, afrobeats to amapiano — an expanding palette of sounds, beats, and languages. Riobamba is a first-generation, Ecuadorian-Lithuanian sound […]
Join us for a spicy evening of Creole cuisine, Cajun waltzes and high-energy, foot-stomping rhythms with Two-Time GRAMMY Award Winner, Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. Born on June 21, 1970, in Lafayette, Louisiana, Buckwheat Zydeco Jr. was immersed in zydeco and Creole music from a young age, being the son of zydeco legend […]
This Philadelphia trio – Chris Forsyth (guitar), Mikel Patrick Avery (percussion/electronics), and Douglas McCombs (Tortoise bassist!) – creates taut, hypnotic grooves that sound like “Bo Diddley with a chorus pedal” or “Yo La Tengo on a Congotronics bender”! Their polyrhythmic drum programming, interlocking guitars, and live electronic manipulation turn minimalism […]
Awarded the OPUS prize for “Discovery of the Year 2017-2018”, among many other accolades since their first album release in 2017, this trio is quickly winning over the hearts of listeners worldwide, young and old alike. É.T.É are Élisabeth (fiddle, step-dancing, vocals), Thierry (bouzouki, podorythmie, vocals), and Élisabeth (cello, vocals). […]
MORE LOVE. We’re welcoming the start of summer with a higher call: more inclusivity, diversity and movement. A new global dance night exploring the past, present and future of dance music across a broadening spectrum of genres — from disco to dembow, afrobeats to amapiano — an expanding palette of […]
This groundbreaking trio, led by Max ZT’s mesmerizing hammered dulcimer, alongside Moto Fukushima’s innovative six-string bass and Ignacio Rivas-Bixio’s dynamic percussion, creates a sound that defies categorization—blending elements of jazz, world music, and progressive rock into something entirely unique and captivating. From the first note, House of Waters will transport […]
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.
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.
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.
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.