Kalamazoo Christmas Events & Things to Do 2025
Your complete guide to the best christmas events in Kalamazoo and surrounding areas
Kalamazoo shines during Christmas 2025 with lively Christmas markets and festive events across downtown and near the Kalamazoo Mall, offering plenty of holiday activities and family fun. From the Winter Wonderland Holiday Experience to the Maple Hill Holiday Parade and New Year's Fest of Kalamazoo, visitors can enjoy dazzling lights, seasonal shopping, and warm community gatherings around local storefronts and parks.
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Christmas Markets
17 eventsOver 50 shops and restaurants open with holiday promotions
Christmas Shows
14 eventsHoliday Pops concert by the Grand Rapids Symphony
Christmas Lights
8 eventsCity-wide winter festival with extensive light art installations
Christmas Parties
7 eventsRomantic New Year's Eve getaway with local celebrations.
Other Christmas Activities
23 events40th anniversary performing arts festival with customizable schedule
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New Year's Fest of Kalamazoo
40th anniversary performing arts festival with customizable schedule
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World of Winter Festival
(Grand Rapids)
City-wide winter festival with extensive light art installations
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Reindog Parade
(St. Joseph)
Parade featuring costumed pets and Santa visits
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Maple Hill Holiday Parade
62nd annual community holiday parade with giant balloons and marching bands.
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Grand Rapids Symphony Holiday Pops
(Grand Rapids)
Holiday Pops concert by the Grand Rapids Symphony
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The Nutcracker
(Grand Rapids)
Iconic Tchaikovsky score performed live by Grand Rapids Symphony.
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Major annual events often include large-scale Christmas light displays and community tree-lighting ceremonies. Keep an eye on downtown Kalamazoo and local parks for recurring festive celebrations.
While specific traditions evolve, Kalamazoo often embraces community gatherings like tree lightings and festive markets that highlight local artisans and businesses.
Many residential neighborhoods, particularly those with historic homes like the West Douglas Historic District, are known for their beautiful Christmas light displays.
Look for holiday markets hosted in downtown Kalamazoo, at local community centers, and sometimes at larger event venues throughout the season.
Enjoying neighborhood light displays, attending free tree-lighting ceremonies, and browsing local markets are excellent free or budget-friendly options.
Families often enjoy visiting Christmas light displays, attending markets with Santa meet-and-greets, and finding kid-friendly holiday shows or movies.