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.
Mark your calendars for an unforgettable evening of original one act plays! This isn't just a show. It's a theatrical marathon where creative minds come together to write, direct, and stage brand new plays in just one day! Come celebrate community, creativity, and collaboration! This festival honors the legacy of […]
Join the BBJ Broadway Brings Joy Musical Academy of Holyoke as we present our final musical theater showcase of the school year at Holyoke Community College! This is a FREE and family-friendly event that will feature musical pieces from the following shows: PIPPIN, BARNUM, PRNICESS AND THE FROG, THE GREATEST SHOWMAN, […]
The Massachusetts Academy of Ballet performs its whimsical rendition of the Nutcracker with an homage to Holyoke. The production is set in the Wistariahurst Mansion and the Holyoke Opera House and weaves bit of the Skinner family with inventive choreography danced by students at MAB and MABETA. Skinner family cousins […]
The Massachusetts Academy of Ballet performs its whimsical rendition of the Nutcracker with an homage to Holyoke. The production is set in the Wistariahurst Mansion and the Holyoke Opera House and weaves bit of the Skinner family with inventive choreography danced by students at MAB and MABETA. Skinner family cousins […]
Join us for the largest, local event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer's and all other dementia! Walkers are welcome beginning at 8:30 AM, with a Zumba warm up at 9:20 AM, a brief ceremony at 9:45 AM, and the Walk beginning thereafter around 10:00 AM. The Walk is […]
The Phillips Festival challenges participants to write, direct, and stage original short plays, in JUST ONE DAY showcasing the power of creativity and collaboration. Why Attend: Witness a unique theatrical experience: See the fruits of hours of dedicated work by talented artists. Support the Arts: The Festival raises funds for […]
Join us as Holyoke Community College students from Professor Martinez’s ANT 255 class titled UnNatural Causes: Is Inequality Making Us Sick? present their oral history projects. Two teams gathered data for two projects – one, about the experience of Holyokers during the COVID-19 pandemic; and the other on how Holyoke […]
Students from Holyoke Community College’s Intro to Animation Course will be screening their short films inspired by the Wistariahurst Museum’s collection, architecture, and history. Come for a robbery at the frog bank, wandering ghosts, and marble rabbits come to life. Stay to celebrate these incredible budding animators. Refreshments will be […]
NEVER TWENTY ONE Pays tribute to the young Black men who have been victims of gun violence in New York, Rio de Janeiro, and Johannesburg, who will never reach the age of 21. Three powerful dancers, torsos inscribed with testimonials from the victims’ families, recount the stories through movement.
Holyoke’s July 4th Fireworks Celebration will take place on Friday, June 30th with the rain date of Friday, July 7th on the beautiful grounds of Holyoke Community College, located on Homestead Avenue. Vendors interested in taking part in the event should contact the Parks and Recreation Department for a permit […]
The ALANA Men in Motion program will host a panel discussion showcasing "stories of resilience" with guest speakers sharing their personal stories and discussing how resilience helps men of color overcome systemic barriers. This event is free and open to the public. Please email alana@hcc.edu with any questions. KC 301/303, […]
Intelligent Lives follows the lives of young adults with intellectual disabilities as they tackle preconceptions of intelligence in the classroom, on campus, and the workplace. Light refreshments will be provided, as well as information packets and fidgets. Families, students, and professionals are welcome! If you require any accommodations, please contact osd@hcc.edu or call 413.552.2417. […]
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.
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!