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FEATURED EVENTS

Jun 15

Aug 25

L'esprit: Exploring Wit and Beauty in French Print...

Presented by Kalamazoo Institute of Arts at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Celebrate the joys and foibles of French society and culture between 1830 and 1930, when Paris was the world capital of artistic creativity,... More Info

May 18

Aug 25

West Michigan Area Show Exhibition

Presented by Kalamazoo Institute of Arts at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

This annual exhibition showcases the work of artists from 14 Michigan counties. A guest juror selects roughly 100 works for the show, from hundreds... More Info

Sep 08

Sunday Guided Tour

Presented by Kalamazoo Institute of Arts at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Guided tours of the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts are available on Sunday 9/8 and 9/22 at 2pm. Sponsored by Santreece Foundation.

Jun 29

Sep 22

Moments of Peace: Watercolors by Sunghyun Moon Exh...

Presented by Kalamazoo Institute of Arts at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Moon’s large-scale watercolor works are painted in the style of mid-20th century American Action painters like Jackson Pollock and Willem de Kooning.... More Info

Nov 22 - 23

Weavers & Fiber Artists Sale

Presented by Weavers Guild of Kalamazoo at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

This year the annual sale by members of the Weaver Guild of Kalamazoo will be held at the Kalamazoo Institute of Arts with the members of the... More Info

Sep 14

Dec 08

$Black Refractions: Highlights From The Studio Muse...$

Black Refractions: Highlights From The Studio Muse...

Presented by Kalamazoo Institute of Arts at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

A touring exhibition that reflects the breadth of the Studio Museum’s significant holdings, including works by artists including Romare Bearden,... More Info

Jan 17

HYPROV: Improv Under Hypnosis

Presented by Miller Auditorium at Western Michigan University - Miller Auditorium

Hypnosis and improvisation – two art forms that have captured minds and imaginations for decades worldwide – are brought together by two masters... More Info

Sep 06

September Art Hop

Presented by Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Downtown Kalamazoo and Surrounding Neighborhoods

Discover Art Hop! It’s visual art, music, dance, poetry and lots more! It’s fun, interactive, and a great way to explore Kalamazoo. And you... More Info

Sep 06

Free Art Hop: Spin n Images Preview Party

Presented by Kalamazoo Institute of Arts at Kalamazoo Institute of Arts

Spin n Images Preview Party with DJ Disobedience. Enjoy a digital preview of upcoming fall exhibitions while DJ Disobedience plays cool tunes in... More Info

Sep 06

BACC - September Art Hop

Presented by Black Arts & Cultural Center at Black Arts & Cultural Center

The Black Arts & Cultural Center has a true historical gem in the Black Cowboy exhibit and wants to share the opportunity with other organizations to... More Info

Oct 04

October Art Hop

Presented by Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Downtown Kalamazoo and Surrounding Neighborhoods

Discover Art Hop! It’s visual art, music, dance, poetry and lots more! It’s fun, interactive, and a great way to explore Kalamazoo. And you... More Info

Nov 01

November Art Hop

Presented by Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Downtown Kalamazoo and Surrounding Neighborhoods

Discover Art Hop! It’s visual art, music, dance, poetry and lots more! It’s fun, interactive, and a great way to explore Kalamazoo. And you... More Info

Dec 06

December 2019 Art Hop

Presented by Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Downtown Kalamazoo and Surrounding Neighborhoods

Discover Art Hop! It’s visual art, music, dance, poetry and lots more! It’s fun, interactive, and a great way to explore Kalamazoo. And you... More Info

Feb 07

February Art Hop 2020

Presented by Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Downtown Kalamazoo and Surrounding Neighborhoods

View the upcoming Art Hop stops here!

Mar 06

March Art Hop 2020

Presented by Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Downtown Kalamazoo and Surrounding Neighborhoods

View the upcoming Art Hop stops here!

Aug 25

Community Arts Awards

Presented by Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Kalamazoo College - Nelda K. Balch Playhouse

It’s the Oscars of Kalamazoo, and you’re invited! Join us for the 2019 Community Arts Awards! Recipients will be honored in six different categories.... More Info

Oct 19

Crybaby Concert Series: Jazz & Creative Instit...

Presented by Fontana at Judy K. Jolliffe Theatre (formerly Epic Theatre)

Fontana is proud to continue the Crybaby Concert Series. Held in venues in the Kalamazoo area on Saturday mornings, these mini-concerts allow... More Info

Dec 07

Crybaby Concert Series: Holiday Vocal Jazz

Presented by Fontana at Judy K. Jolliffe Theatre (formerly Epic Theatre)

Fontana is proud to continue the Crybaby Concert Series. Held in venues in the Kalamazoo area on Saturday mornings, these mini-concerts allow... More Info

Mar 07

Crybaby Concert Series: Whiskey Before Breakfast

Presented by Fontana at Friendship Village

Fontana is proud to continue the Crybaby Concert Series. Held in venues in the Kalamazoo area on Saturday mornings, these mini-concerts allow... More Info

May 16

Crybaby Concert Series: Small Sounds

Presented by Fontana at Kalamazoo Public Library - Oshtemo Branch Library

Fontana is proud to continue the Crybaby Concert Series. Held in venues in the Kalamazoo area on Saturday mornings, these mini-concerts allow... More Info

Aug 23

Girls' Night Out at Glass Art Kalamazoo

Presented by Glass Art Kalamazoo at Glass Art Kalamazoo

Gather the gals and join us for “Girls’ Night Out” at Glass Art Kalamazoo. In this specially-designed class, each participant will make two... More Info

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Aug 22

Dec 12

Art of Memoir Creative Writing Workshop

Presented by VIcksburg Cultural Arts Center at Vicskburg Cultural Arts Center

No prior experience is required, but you will be writing and we will be workshopping our stories in six classes from August 22nd to December 12th*.... More Info

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Aug 21

Beats on Bates: Zion Lion

Presented by Downtown Kalamazoo Partnership and Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Bates Alley

Beats on Bates is a weekly summer music series launching Wednesday, June 5th and will continue each Wednesday through August 28. Grab drinks or... More Info

Aug 25

Bronk Bros. at The Stage at Kindleberger

Presented by Kindleberger Arts Alliance and Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at The Stage at Kindleberger Park

We’re planning a party for the closing summer concert at The Stage and that’s what we’ll get with our friends, The Bronk Bros! A blue-collar work... More Info

Aug 28

Beats on Bates: The Gilmore

Presented by Downtown Kalamazoo Partnership and Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo at Bates Alley

Beats on Bates is a weekly summer music series launching Wednesday, June 5th and will continue each Wednesday through August 28. Grab drinks or... More Info

Sep 06

Art Hop – Start of the Season Celebration at the...

Presented by Kalamazoo State Theatre at Kalamazoo State Theatre

Kalamazoo State Theatre 5:00pm – 9:00pm FREE Art Hop Event Information: Join us in celebrating the start of our fall season during Art Hop, a free... More Info

Sep 07

The Wonderful World Of...BARBERSHOP!

Presented by Mall City Harmonizers at Western Michigan University - Dalton Center Recital Hall

Kalamazoo’s iconic Mall City Harmonizers Barbershop Chorus will be presenting our 78th Annual Show, on Saturday, Sept. 14, at 4pm, as always at WMU’s... More Info

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Sep 07

Minnesota, Pigeon Hole, & More at the Kalamazo...

Presented by Kalamazoo State Theatre at Kalamazoo State Theatre

Doors: 8:30pm | Show: 9:000pm Buy Tickets HERE Get ready to rage with Minnesota, Pigeon Hole, Chadderboxx, Anserz, and Fendz on Saturday,... More Info

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Sep 11

Fall Craft Music: Pint-Sized KSO

Presented by Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra at Bell's Eccentric Cafe

The Kalamazoo Symphony at Bell’s? Yes, it’s the perfect pint-sized pairing! Craft Music at Bell’s Eccentric Café presents the KSO “Salon... More Info

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Sep 20

MUSSORGSKY: Pictures at an Exhibition

Presented by Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra at Western Michigan University - Miller Auditorium

Discovering strokes of genius: music inspired by drawings, paintings, and sculpture. Schuller’s score evokes the art of Paul Klee in vivid clarity,... More Info

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Aug 13 - 25

Mamma Mia!

Presented by Barn Theatre School at Barn Theatre

Music & lyrics by Benny Andersson, Bjorn Ulvaeus & Some songs by Stig Anderson Book by Catherine Johnson Originally conceived by Judy Craymer

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Aug 30

"Hansel and Gretel" Opera Auditions

Presented by Kellogg Community College at Kellogg Community College | Davidson Visual and Performing Arts Center

The roles are open to students and the public who are 16 years old or older. Those accepted must register for the MUSI C297-01 course at KCC. A... More Info

Sep 21

Outback Concerts Presents: Bert Kreischer – Body...

Presented by Kalamazoo State Theatre at Kalamazoo State Theatre

First Show Doors: 6:00pm | Show: 7:00pm Second Show Doors: 9:00pm | Show: 9:30pm Buy First Show Tickets HERE Buy Second Show Tickets HERE Join... More Info

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Aug 16

Sep 21

Campfire: Songs, Stories, Poems & Memories

Presented by The New Vic Theatre at New Vic Theatre

Please note the opening date change. Campfire now opens August 16 and plays Fridays and Saturdays through September 21. (no performances Labor Day... More Info

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Nov 15 - 17

Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Chirstmas! The Mus...

Presented by Miller Auditorium at Western Michigan University - Miller Auditorium

Featuring the hit songs “You’re A Mean One, Mr. Grinch” and “Welcome Christmas,” The Grinch discovers there’s more to Christmas than he... More Info

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Nov 20

Nick Offerman: All Rise at the Kalamazoo State The...

Presented by Kalamazoo State Theatre at Kalamazoo State Theatre

Today, Award-winning actor, writer, woodworker, and comedian Nick Offerman announced that he will be hitting the road for the first time since... More Info

Jan 15 - 16

Jersey Boys

Presented by Miller Auditorium at Western Michigan University - Miller Auditorium

Go behind the music and inside the story of Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons in the Tony and Grammy Award®-winning true-life musical phenomenon,... More Info