Discover Kalamazoo

Our team is excited to attend the ConferenceDirect Annual Partner Meeting in Philadelphia next week!

Our team is excited to attend the Michigan Chapter of the Society of Government Meeting Professionals Annual Education Conference next week!

Our team is excited to attend Detroit Meetings Marketplace next week!

?? Celebrate National Kazoo Day with Us! ?? Join us as we celebrate National Kazoo Day in the city that shares its name! Stop by one of our two visitor center locations to pick up a FREE kazoo and enter to WIN a pair of tickets to see one of these legendary performances: ?? Yo-Yo Ma - courtesy of the Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra ?? Alexandre Kantorow - courtesy of The Gilmore ?? Brad Mehldau, Christian McBride & Marcus Gilmore - courtesy of The Gilmore ?? Visitor Center Locations: 1?? Downtown at 240 W. Michigan Avenue 2?? The Corner at WMU at 1070 Arcadia Loop ?? Giveaway Date: January 28 - winner chosen on January 29 You must pick up a free kazoo in person to be entered to win this giveaway!

At Discover Kalamazoo, we believe in the power of community and giving back. Today, in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our team spent the morning volunteering at the South Michigan Food Bank, helping to sort and pack food for families in need. We’re grateful for the opportunity to support an organization that works tirelessly to fight food insecurity in our region. A huge thank you to the team at South Michigan Food Bank for the work they do every day to nourish our community!

Excitement is building for Kalamazoo Craft Beverage Week 2025, happening February 1–8! Discover Kalamazoo is thrilled to lead this weeklong celebration of our community's local craft brewers, distillers, and winemakers. With various events and specials, there’s something for everyone who appreciates hand-crafted beverages. From meeting the makers to savoring unique flavors, this is a chance to experience Kalamazoo’s vibrant craft beverage scene like never before. Mark your calendars and get ready to explore! ?? Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gp7VX4TZ.

This past weekend, we hosted our team, along with their family and friends, at Crafted Copper for our holiday outing—and what a fantastic time it was! It was wonderful to come together and celebrate our team and the incredible year we had in 2024. If you haven’t visited Crafted Copper’s new location in downtown Kalamazoo, we highly recommend checking it out. With its self-pour tap wall and duckpin bowling, it’s the perfect spot for a fun night out or hosting a private event! ????

?? EmpowHER Conference 2025 ?? Join us for Kalamazoo's FIRST all-women's empowerment and leadership event on March 7-8! This inspiring two-day conference is your chance to connect with like-minded women, learn from incredible leaders, and leave feeling empowered to conquer your goals. ?? ??? Ticket Details: ? Early Bird Pricing: $222 per ticket – available now through Monday, January 20th ? Regular Pricing: $299 per ticket – starting Tuesday, January 21st ? Bulk Pricing: $199 per ticket for groups of 10+ – available through Thursday, March 5th Don't miss your chance to be part of this transformative experience! Tickets are on sale until March 5th, so secure yours today! Information on the event and hotel reservations are at the link below. https://lnkd.in/gUf5Q8Cj Toni Lentini Will

Oshtemo Township is updating its Comprehensive Plan to guide community development, growth, and improvements through 2025 and beyond. This is your opportunity to share your thoughts and help shape the vision for our community! ?? What’s the plan all about? The Comprehensive Plan addresses critical topics like housing, transportation, parks, land use, and more. The roadmap ensures Oshtemo remains a vibrant, inclusive, thriving place to live, work, and play. ?? Take the survey here: https://lnkd.in/gARkrKeC

We are proud to partner with Wheel the World and DISABILITY NETWORK SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN to help our local businesses increase their accessibility! https://lnkd.in/geP3Mu6x