Kalamazoo Events and Must-See Attractions

Find festivals, live music, arts, shopping and top attractions near Kalamazoo House Bed and Breakfast and plan a memorable weekend getaway.

Top-Rated Kalamazoo Events, Arts, and Entertainment

  • Annual KIA Arts Fair: This 2-day weekend event, 1st weekend in June, in historic Bronson Park features over 100 of the finest artist in all mediums. Our favorite annual event!!
  • Farmer’s Alley Theatre: A local talent theatre with many seasonal productions. An easy walk from us and one of our partners. 
  • The Civic Theater: 97 + years performing-art hub featuring musicals, dramas, comedies, plus acting classes.
  • Chenery Auditorium: Old-school auditorium hosting a variety of musical performances including school programs and live concerts. Located 2 1/2 blocks from us.
  • State Theatre: At present time, the Kalamazoo’s historic theater is closed. However, a lovely couple has purchased the theatre and plans to reopen late 2027.
  • Miller Auditorium: A performance venue at Western Michigan University with productions ranging from Broadway, to live concerts, comedy events, and more.
  • Barn Theater: A historic summer stock theater located 20 minutes from us, producing professional musicals and plays each season.
People walking outside at an art fair

What to Do in Downtown Kalamazoo

  • Kalamazoo Institute of Arts (KIA): Located next door and one of our partners. A visual arts museum with 11 galleries, many loaned exhibits and permanent collections. 
  • Kalamazoo Valley Museum: Features “hands on” exhibits that focuses on science, technology, and the history of Southwest Michigan.
  • Glass Art Kalamazoo: Tap into your creativity—take a class, browse our art gallery and gift shop, or experience the excitement of live hot glass demonstrations.
  • Kalamazoo Candle Company: Create a special scent for a your mom, your new place or a seasonal scent to bring back happy memories.
  • Sharing the space with Kalamazoo Candle Company is Zero Bar (non-alcoholic bar), enjoy unique and flavor cocktails with out alcohol while making your candle. 
  • Aroma Labs: Make your own signature scent from perfume, cologne to shampoos and lotions. Perfect gift idea for a special man or friend in your life. 

The Best Shopping in Kalamazoo

  • Kalamazoo Farmers Market: A vibrant, year-round market where local farmers and artisans sell fresh produce, food, and handmade goods.
  • Downtown Kalamazoo Mall: Today, the historic Kalamazoo Mall continues to anchor downtown, showcasing beautifully restored Art Deco architecture alongside boutique shops, fun and unique shops, stylish dining, cozy cafés, and hands-on creative experiences.
  • Heritage Guitar, Inc.: Exceptional crafted American-made instruments rooted in tradition, expert craftsmanship, and authenticity.
  • Burgess Antique Center: A historic 22,000 sq. ft. unique building with over 150 vendors. 
Local produce at a farmers market

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