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.
Come learn the lost of art of creating a puzzle purse for your Valentine (or for any occasion). In this free workshop, book arts specialist Kate Ouimette will guide participants through the making of their first puzzle purse. Popular in the 18th and 19th centuries, paper puzzle purses reveal designs, […]
The History Room's two, professional genealogists offer support to family history researchers on fourth Wednesdays. Both have wide expertise and Iris also offers specialized, bilingual help with Spanish-language genealogy sources. Come to research in good company, ask questions, or to get strategies for getting past those brick walls. Upcoming dates: […]
A Nutcracker Preview Performed by the Massachusetts Academy of Ballet against the backdrop of our historic building. Saturday, December 6, 2025 11:00 AM (come early for a seat!) plus... DIY Gift Wrapping (9:30-12:00), DIY Ornaments (age 3-adult, 11:30-12:30), Digital family portraits (all day), Nutcracker Ticket give-away, and more. Free Un […]
The City of Holyoke Board of Health invites residents to join free yoga classes at the Community Center inside the Holyoke Public Library this fall. Tuesdays from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM on the following dates: September 23 September 30 October 7 October 21 November 4 November 25 December 2 […]
The City of Holyoke Board of Health invites residents to join free yoga classes at the Community Center inside the Holyoke Public Library this fall. Tuesdays from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM on the following dates: September 23 September 30 October 7 October 21 November 4 November 25 December 2 […]
Drop-in Genealogy Lab in the Computer Classroom – 2:30 – 5:00 We bring in two professional genealogists monthly to oversee our Genealogy Lab. Need general help, tips for organizing, or an intro to RootsMagic Family Tree software? Ask Hillary (2:30-4:30). Want general help or a chance to dig into Spanish-language […]
Join us this Monday, November 17th from 5:30-6:30 for Holyoke Preservation Trust's 4th Annual "A House in Holyoke Through Time lecture, given by Bob Comeau. This year, he has researched The Smith Homestead in Smith’s Ferry. Come learn about the Smith family of the Smith’s Ferry neighborhood. Where were their […]
The Lewis Smith Homestead is a colonial house built by Lewis Smith, an American Revolution veteran. This house has been occupied since 1785. Come learn about how it has changed over time from being owned by the family who ran Smith's Ferry to the Jericho House that it is today. […]
The City of Holyoke Board of Health invites residents to join free yoga classes at the Community Center inside the Holyoke Public Library this fall. Tuesdays from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM on the following dates: September 23 September 30 October 7 October 21 November 4 November 25 December 2 […]
Puzzle Race at the Holyoke Public Library. Monday Oct. 27th at 6:00pm. Call 413-420-8119 or email rsiniaho@holyokelibrary.org to register teams of 2-4 players. Each team will complete identical 500 Piece puzzles. This contest is intended for amateur puzzlers.
The City of Holyoke Board of Health invites residents to join free yoga classes at the Community Center inside the Holyoke Public Library this fall. Tuesdays from 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM on the following dates: September 23 September 30 October 7 October 21 November 4 November 25 December 2 […]
Drop in at the Library during Doors Open 2025! In addition to all regular services, we will have: Guided tours at 10:30 and 12:30 of our historic neoclassical building, with a focus on Library history and the transformative renovation in 2010-2013. Self-guided tours available 8:30-4:00. The History Room will also […]
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!