What to do in Kalamazoo

Between Monday, November 17, 2025 and Friday, January 16, 2026

Great Lakes Invitational

Dec 28A collegiate hockey tournament.

Dec 27A live concert by the band Nonpoint.

Parkrun Grand Rapids

Dec 27A free, weekly 5k community run.

Christkindl Markt 2025

Dec 14West Michigan's largest traditional European Christmas village featuring artisan gift and food vendors, strolling entertainment, outdoor curling rinks, and private Alpenglobes.

Dec 26A night specifically for college students.

Karaoke Wednesday

Dec 25Enjoy a night of karaoke.

Playmakers Holiday Classic

Dec 24A festive run/walk event for families and friends.

Dec 24Trivia night event.

Dec 28Outdoor holiday light display at the zoo

Michael & Amber

Dec 28Live music performance

Dasher's Drive Thru Holiday Lights Show

Dec 27A drive-through experience featuring holiday light displays

The Rocky Horror Picture Show

Dec 28Screening of the cult classic film

Dec 27Live music performance by Mike DeHays

Dec 27Live music performance

Fire Arts 2025 Annual Resident Artist Holiday Show

Dec 26An annual show and sale featuring artwork created by Fire Arts resident artists. All works will be for sale.

Dec 26A holiday lights celebration with a wonderland of lights and seasonal activities designed to delight all ages.

Sparkling Wine Stock Up!

Dec 27Wine tasting and opportunity to purchase sparkling wines

Visits with Santa

Dec 22Meet Santa and receive an "I Believe" sticker for downtown discounts. Online reservations are highly recommended.

Gold Classic Presented by Oakland University

Dec 28A collegiate basketball event.