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.Â
- 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.
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.Â
- 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.Â
- 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.Â
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.Â
More Must-See Kalamazoo Attractions
- Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum: An aviation museum with over 100 current and historical aircrafts and space artifacts.
- Gilmore Car Museum: One of the largest car museum in North America with over 400 vintage and collector vehicles and motorcycles from all eras on 90 acres.
- Gull Meadow Farms: Their farm is a cherished destination for those looking for things to do in the Kalamazoo area with year round festivals (Hot Air Balloon fest) and events (Christmas Walk Through Lights).
- Revel & Roll West: Plenty of ways to enjoy a night out with engaging indoor entertainment, bowling, axe- throwing and more.
- Crawlspace Comedy Theatre: Kalamazoo’s go-to spot for improv and sketch comedy—perfect for anyone who loves the unexpected, offbeat, and laugh-out-loud funny.