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.
Converting the power of falling water to usable energy takes age-old technology. Topography and the Connecticut River's character gave rise to a prosperous city in late 19th and early 20th century. This illustrated presentation describes the origins of a planned industrial city and how water continues to power Holyoke. Come […]
No school? Bring the family to Holyoke Heritage State Park this week. Investigate different ways in which plants and animals help us. Come one day or every day to learn how we cannot live without them. All programs go from 10:30 - 12:00. There is something each day appropriate for […]
No school? Bring the family to Holyoke Heritage State Park this week. Investigate different ways in which plants and animals help us. Come one day or every day to learn how we cannot live without them. All programs go from 10:30 - 12:00. There is something each day appropriate for […]
No school? Bring the family to Holyoke Heritage State Park this week. Investigate different ways in which plants and animals help us. Come one day or every day to learn how we cannot live without them. All programs go from 10:30 - 12:00. There is something each day appropriate for […]
No school? Bring the family to Holyoke Heritage State Park this week. Investigate different ways in which plants and animals help us. Come one day or every day to learn how we cannot live without them. All programs go from 10:30 - 12:00. There is something each day appropriate for […]
Bring on the New Year fun at First Night Junior! Tickets are on sale now for a family-friendly celebration you won’t want to miss. Enjoy exciting live entertainment, including reptiles, magic, face painting, glitter tattoos, and special guest appearances. Your ticket includes all entertainment, unlimited carousel rides, admission to The […]
Springfield Blanket Company is a presentation in the annual series called a Mill in Holyoke through Time. How did Warren Wilkinson's blankets lead to Brightside? On Saturday November 22 2025 from 11 AM to noontime in the Visitors' Center at Holyoke Heritage State Park. Funded via both the Massachusetts Cultural […]
In an unassuming brick building in Holyoke, Rutto Bats manufactures quality baseball bats from locally harvested wood. Learn the attributes of a quality bat and watch the process of making one. This demonstration is conducted by owners Kip and Mindy Rutto. Hard hat and safety goggles are issued. Children (ages […]
Join the park interpreter for a 2-hour walk along Holyoke’s canal system. Meet at the Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor Center. Tour starts with a bit of historical background. Along our route see headraces, tailraces, intakes, a Boyden Turbine assembly, flywheels, and get an eyeball tour of Holyoke Gas and […]
Join the park interpreter for a 2-hour walk along Holyoke’s canal system. Meet at the Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor Center. Tour starts with a bit of historical background. Along our route see headraces, tailraces, intakes, a Boyden Turbine assembly, flywheels, and get an eyeball tour of Holyoke Gas and […]
Join the park interpreter for a 2-hour walk along Holyoke’s canal system. Meet at the Holyoke Heritage State Park Visitor Center. Tour starts with a bit of historical background. Along our route see headraces, tailraces, intakes, a Boyden Turbine assembly, flywheels, and get an eyeball tour of Holyoke Gas and […]
Discover how a city originally designed as an industrial mill town is being reimagined. Learn about some innovative businesses and visit some developers that have - and are continuing to - put new life into old buildings. Easy walking tour, 1.5 -2 miles concludes at Choo Choo's take-out at lunchtime, […]
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, including Dick’s House of Sport opening spring 2028!
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.
The fastest-growing sport in the country is waiting for you. Now’s the perfect time to get in the game. Grab a paddle. Join the fun. Get a complimentary first lesson free!