New Year’s Fest is an all-ages showcase of performing arts on New Year's Eve in Downtown Kalamazoo. The event begins at 6:00 p.m. and runs until midnight to ring in the New Year. The event features live music, performers, and an array of different types of performing entertainment.

Performances are scheduled for four 30-minute or three 45-minute performances that rotate throughout the night. This allows attendees to schedule their attendance based on when they can/want to attend within their time frame. The performance grid will allow you to create your evening's entertainment schedule.

The 2023 New Year's Fest will host five indoor performance locations, two heated tents, and live music from Bronson Park Rotary Stage. Performances include bands, magic, storytelling, unique acts, jugglers, theatre, and interactive performances that get the audience moving. We will highlight the restaurants and local businesses offering outdoor dining or experiences on New Year's Eve. Bronson Park is also a Central Common's location so beverages can be purchased at participating businesses.

The easiest way to plan your evening is to go to the entertainment tab. Multiple tabs include the performances you can see, and when you can see them. We recommend printing the performance grid, and then circling the performances that you want to see.  Pick a couple of choices in case one of the performances is full. PLAN AHEAD AND FIGURE OUT WHAT YOU WANT TO SEE!

Make sure to check out all of the performances so that you know your choices. And, if you have kids coming along with you - check out the "Great for the Family" tab where you will see entertainment for kids.  And, then remember the Comedy Tent on Church Street.

New Year's Fest Website

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