# Christmas Events, Markets & Things to Do in Kalamazoo - **Subtitle**: Celebrate Christmas 2026 in Kalamazoo with festive markets, holiday parties, Christmas dinners, family activities, Santa experiences, Christmas lights, live shows, brunches, concerts, and seasonal events. Discover the best things to do and book your tickets online. - **Category**: Christmas - **Display Name**: Christmas events - **Type**: other ## Audience - **Followers**: 433k+ - **Recent Followers**: - **Avatar 1**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/bab011f14b1271d0dede8faaebc00e25addcada5e21fe82b0abbe2550f7b1364-rimg-w179-h179-dc77462f-gmir?v=1757709607 - **Avatar 2**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/2009efe0c574e3dc8aafa326aa5db79a7d48ae3bb59bafd8dd62c8ab54e6429f-rimg-w200-h200-gmir.jpg?v=1656541205 - **Avatar 3**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/0b430ca346d6b926a35a959999b3654b156fa712f25b30fd8233cc8adf27ae6c-rimg-w201-h200-dc90928f-gmir?v=1759151405 ## About As Christmas draws near in the Kalamazoo in 2026, mark your calendars for a taste of festive enchantment! Beyond the traditional gatherings at home, exploring during this festive season can be enchanting. Whether planning a family trip or going solo, there's a sleigh-load of festive fairs, holiday craft shows, and Christmas services in the Kalamazoo waiting to be explored. Check out the best events and parties in Kalamazoo to make your Christmas unforgettable, and get ready for a season of joy and celebration! ## Christmas Events in Kalamazoo - **Event Name**: Tree Lighting Ceremony - **Description**: The City of Kalamazoo will host its Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 27 in Bronson Park! Festivities are planned from 5 to 7 p.m. The lighting of the park will occur at approximately 6 p.m. Everyone in the community is invited to celebrat - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 2214 - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 05:00 pm โ€“ Fri Nov 27 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/tree-lighting-ceremony/200030004848549 - **Venue**: Bronson Park, 200 S Rose Street - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czMvYmFubmVycy8wNTFjMjFmMzA2MDQ2YjUwMTYyZGI5ZjgyOTY4MDViYTBkZWQwZWIxNjljYjUwMmQyNjUxZjU3OWNkM2EyZjRlLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4Njk4NzgwNg.avif - **Categories**: christmas-lights, holiday - **Event Name**: Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet at Miller Auditorium - **Date**: Wed Dec 09 2026 at 07:00 pm โ€“ Wed Dec 09 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/nutcracker-magical-christmas-ballet-at-miller-auditorium/2400030504979238 - **Venue**: Miller Auditorium - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy84ZjY2MzFiMC1hNWJjLTExZjEtODk5MC01ZDA0ZDIzMWEyZGQtcmltZy13MTAyNC1oMTAyNC1kYzA4Mzg2OC1nbWlyLmpwZz92PTE3ODgyMzY0OTQ.avif - **Event Name**: December to Remember - **Description**: Join us for a FREE event full of holiday cheer, hot cocoa, & activities! Hosted by the Kalamazoo Youth Action Council. Enjoy complimentary hot chocolate under the holiday lights in Bronson Park. Write and drop off letters to Santa in Santaโ€™s mailbox a - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 60 - **Date**: Thu Dec 10 2026 at 05:30 pm โ€“ Thu Dec 10 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/december-to-remember/200029846653641 - **Venue**: Bronson Park, 200 S. Rose St - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy8zNzljM2Q4NDI5ODE2MzMzZWE2ZGVkN2JhNjUyM2IwYTIyMWI1N2I3Mzg3ZDRiYWE0NWE1NmMyMGEzMjM1MTQxLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDgwMC1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzE5NzQ0Nw.avif - **Categories**: holiday, christmas, christmas-lights - **Event Name**: Candlelight: Christmas Classics | Kalamazoo - **Description**: ๐Ÿ‘‰ Tickets https://tinyurl.com/christmas-classics-kalamazo โญ Candlelight concerts bring the magic of a live, multi-sensory musical experience to awe-inspiring locations like never seen before in Kalamazoo. Get your tickets now to discover the music of Chr - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 1 - **Date**: Tue Dec 15 2026 at 12:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/candlelight-christmas-classics-kalamazoo/200030334049644 - **Venue**: The Civic Auditorium, 369 West South Street, Kalamazoo - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Candlelight%3A+Christmas+Classics+%7C+Kalamazoo&date=Tue+Dec+15+2026+at+12%3A30+pm&bg=5 - **Categories**: candlelight-concerts, entertainment, concerts, music, performances, art, live-music, holiday - **Event Name**: 2026 Christmas Craft Show - **Description**: 2026 Christmas Craft Show (Presented by Lorieโ€™s Events LLC) Sat 12/12/26 9-3 Sun 12/13/26 10-3 Kalamazoo County Expo Center 2900 Lake St Kalamazoo MI 49048 For more info visit https://facebook.com/events/s/the-christmas-craft-show-last-/85742928701733 - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 19 - **Date**: Sat Dec 12 2026 at 09:00 am โ€“ Sun Dec 13 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/2026-christmas-craft-show/200030566665602 - **Venue**: Kalamazoo County Expo Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9lMzA0Mjk0MTBjODE0NGM1YzgzM2IzZTQ5ZjZkNjY2NTMyMTI1ZWMyMDEyNjg2NTQ0NDkzNzQ1MDNiYzljZDIwLXJpbWctdzcyMC1oOTYwLWRjYjhiOGE4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg4Mjc5NDMz.avif - **Categories**: christmas-markets-and-fairs, business, exhibitions - **Event Name**: Carols By Candlelight - **Description**: ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Miller Auditorium ๐Ÿ  Address: 2200 Auditorium Drive, Kalamazoo, MI 49008 ๐ŸŒ† City: Kalamazoo ๐Ÿ“ Location: 42.2792, -85.6157๐ŸŽ‰ Prepare to be amazed at Carols By Candlelight, the most anticipated gathering of the season! ๐ŸŒŸ Set against - **Date**: Wed Dec 09 2026 (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/carols-by-candlelight/3200030517387937 - **Venue**: Miller Auditorium - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Carols+By+Candlelight&date=Wed+Dec+09+2026&bg=3 - **Categories**: candlelight-concerts, trips-adventures, calendar - **Event Name**: Annual Christmas Open House and Tree Lighting - **Description**: Join us for Popcorn & Hot Cocoa, Live Music, Beautiful Christmas Displays, Amazing Christmas Deals and a Nativity Walk. You'll have the opportunity to pick out and take home your Christmas Tree if you'd like! One lucky Growing Gardener will be able - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 62 - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 04:00 pm โ€“ Fri Nov 20 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/annual-christmas-open-house-and-tree-lighting/200030606289325 - **Venue**: 5020 Texas Drive, 49009 - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy80YTcxYzFlN2IwMWZmMDFiOTI3MGRhNjk5Mjk1Mjc3OGQ4YmIyZmE5Y2M2YWE0Y2Y1MjgxN2I5N2U5N2JkYTQwLXJpbWctdzQ3My1oMjY2LWRjMTgzODY4LWdtaXI_dj0xNzg3NTI5Njg2.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: A Christmas Carol - **Date**: Fri Nov 20 2026 at 08:00 pm โ€“ Tue Dec 22 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/a-christmas-carol/2300030406597528 - **Venue**: The New Vic Theatre - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy80Nzc0MDA0MC1hYjFhLTExZjEtOGVkMS0wZGE1MGQyMzhkZmYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oODk0LWRjMTgyODM4LWdtaXIuanBnP3Y9MTc4ODgyNjgxOA.avif - **Categories**: christmas - **Event Name**: Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra - Organ and Brass: Deck the Halls at First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 02:00 pm โ€“ Sat Nov 21 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/kalamazoo-symphony-orchestra-organ-and-brass-deck-the-halls-at-first-united-methodist-church-of-kala/2400030575148016 - **Venue**: First United Methodist Church of Kalamazoo - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9hNTFkY2MzMC1hYWZjLTExZjEtOGVkMS0wZGE1MGQyMzhkZmYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjExLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc4ODgxMzc1OQ.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Merry, Bright, & Brassy - **Description**: ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Kalamazoo State Theatre ๐Ÿ  Address: 404 South Burdick, Kalamazoo, MI 49007 ๐ŸŒ† City: Kalamazoo ๐Ÿ“ Location: 42.2742, -85.5968โœจ Embark on an extraordinary journey at Merry, Bright, & Brassy, where every moment promises to be unfo - **Date**: Sat Nov 21 2026 at 02:00 pm โ€“ Sat Nov 21 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/merry-bright-and-brassy/3200030516830542 - **Venue**: Kalamazoo State Theatre - **Banner**: https://dyn-image.allevents.in/generate-image?v=4&title=Merry%2C+Bright%2C+%26+Brassy&date=Sat+Nov+21+2026+at+02%3A00+pm&bg=3 - **Categories**: Art, Theatre, trips-adventures, Contests - **Event Name**: Kalamazoo Symphony Orchestra - Carols by Candlelight at Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites Kalamazoo - **Date**: Wed Dec 09 2026 at 06:00 pm โ€“ Wed Dec 09 2026 at 10:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/kalamazoo-symphony-orchestra-carols-by-candlelight-at-radisson-plaza-hotel-and-suites-kalamazoo/2400030575147305 - **Venue**: Radisson Plaza Hotel and Suites Kalamazoo - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czYvYmFubmVycy9hNTFkY2MzMC1hYWZjLTExZjEtOGVkMS0wZGE1MGQyMzhkZmYtcmltZy13MTIwMC1oNjExLWRjMDgwODA4LWdtaXIucG5nP3Y9MTc4ODgxMzc1MQ.avif - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment - **Event Name**: Craftie Night Kalamazoo - Winter Glimmer Frames - **Description**: Craftie Night is coming to Apoptosis Brewing Company in Kalamazoo where creativity becomes connection. Youโ€™ll create your own crushed glass and resin Winter Glimmer Frame. Choose from seasonal designs like the winter cardinal, angel, coastal Christmas t - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 5 - **Date**: Fri Nov 27 2026 at 06:00 pm โ€“ Fri Nov 27 2026 at 08:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/craftie-night-kalamazoo-winter-glimmer-frames/200030584532034 - **Venue**: Apoptosis Brewing Company - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czIvYmFubmVycy80OWJlYWZhYTdkNjdmZTI4ZWU0NjgwNjE2YjUxNDAzNjM4MTkwYjA3YWNjNmVjZjdmMTAwOThjNWQyNGNiZTU5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3NS1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4ODIwODY3NA.avif - **Categories**: parties, entertainment - **Event Name**: Christmas at wings - **Description**: Christmas at wings is one of the largest craft shows in the area! You donโ€™t want to miss this! Saturday 9a-4p Sunday 10a-4p - **Interested Audience**: - Count: 13 - **Date**: Sat Dec 05 2026 at 09:00 am โ€“ Sun Dec 06 2026 at 04:00 pm (-05:00) - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/christmas-at-wings/200030374857422 - **Venue**: Wings Stadium, Kalamazoo, Mi - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czcvYmFubmVycy84NGJiM2ExNTYzYjBjYjk2ZWM2OTdiZWU0ZTkzNjEwODI4MTEyYzNlYmYwZTQwODQzM2Y3M2VjMmRjNDc4MDRhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDkwMC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzU1NDIzNg.avif - **Categories**: christmas ## Trending Events in Kalamazoo - **Event Name**: Western Michigan Broncos vs. Monmouth Hawks - **Venue**: Waldo Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/9811b700-ab05-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1200-h674-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1788817593 - **Event Name**: 46th NSRA Street Rod Nationals North - **Description**: Vehicles must be 30 years old and older to be entered in any NSRA events. To register your vehicle online for this event, go here: https://form.jotform.com/V2Media/entry-form-north To download, print and mail in your registration, go here: https://nsra - **Venue**: Kalamazoo County Expo Center - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/9b6b05155f71861bae80853b729f274ae353a5c147996b04aefc9330441db4b2-rimg-w945-h941-dc080808-gmir?v=1787411300 - **Event Name**: Monmouth Hawks at Western Michigan Broncos Football at Waldo Stadium - **Venue**: Waldo Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/47b35dc0-9522-11f1-8024-43018c8ac4af-rimg-w1200-h674-dc080808-gmir.jpg?v=1786410988 - **Event Name**: Western Michigan Broncos vs. Boise State Broncos - **Venue**: Waldo Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events5/banners/8d17cf10-ab05-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1200-h514-dc0838a8-gmir.jpg?v=1788817575 - **Event Name**: The Verve Pipe at Bells Eccentric Cafe - **Venue**: Bells Eccentric Cafe - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/6d01a0c0-7b1c-11f1-878a-71a1982e9830-rimg-w1200-h800-dc1a1415-gmir.jpg?v=1783549744 - **Event Name**: Boise State Broncos at Western Michigan Broncos Football - **Description**: ๐Ÿ“ Venue: Waldo Stadium ๐Ÿ  Address: 1903 West Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49006 ๐ŸŒ† City: Kalamazoo ๐Ÿ“ Location: 42.2851, -85.6122โœจ Enter a world of endless possibilities at Boise State Broncos at Western Michigan Broncos Football, where ever - **Venue**: Waldo Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/39fbf2d0-aa73-11f1-abda-d1c1d0c990ef-rimg-w1024-h768-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg?v=1788754729 - **Event Name**: Boise State Broncos at Western Michigan Broncos Football at Waldo Stadium - **Venue**: Waldo Stadium - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events1/banners/ac859110-5818-11f1-966e-412116278f5b-rimg-w1200-h514-dc0335a6-gmir.jpg?v=1779699842 - **Event Name**: Tacos & Tequila Crawl benefiting MRC Industries - **Description**: ๐ŸŒฎ๐Ÿน Tacos, tequila, and tunes, what more do you need?! Get ready for an unforgettable afternoon at the Tacos & Tequila Crawl in Downtown Kalamazoo. Grab your friends and hit the town as you crawl between local hotspots, enjoying five delicious special - **Venue**: Downtown Kalamazoo - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events8/banners/87f70822cd3a645ec2fb2a697befdce382a91625a112edb242c192f46167fd6a-rimg-w1200-h675-dcf8f8f8-gmir?v=1786816585 - **Event Name**: Joe Hertler and The Rainbow Seekers at Bells Eccentric Cafe - **Venue**: Bells Eccentric Cafe - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events4/banners/514773f0-aaf6-11f1-8ed1-0da50d238dff-rimg-w1080-h1080-dce8d878-gmir.jpg?v=1788811032 ## Browse Christmas Events by Date - [Christmas Events Today in Kalamazoo](https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/christmas--today) - [Christmas Events This Weekend in Kalamazoo](https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/christmas--this-weekend) - [Christmas Events in September in Kalamazoo](https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/christmas--september) - [Christmas Events in October in Kalamazoo](https://allevents.in/kalamazoo/christmas--october) ## FAQs - **Q**: What are the top Christmas events in Kalamazoo? - **A:** Tree Lighting Ceremony (Fri Nov 27 2026 at 05:00 pm at Bronson Park, 200 S Rose Street), Nutcracker Magical Christmas Ballet at Miller Auditorium (Wed Dec 09 2026 at 07:00 pm at Miller Auditorium), December to Remember (Thu Dec 10 2026 at 05:30 pm at Bronson Park, 200 S. Rose St), Candlelight: Christmas Classics | Kalamazoo (Tue Dec 15 2026 at 12:30 pm at The Civic Auditorium, 369 West South Street, Kalamazoo), 2026 Christmas Craft Show (Sat Dec 12 2026 at 09:00 am at Kalamazoo County Expo Center). - **Q**: How can I find Christmas events in Kalamazoo? - **A:** You can discover upcoming Christmas events in Kalamazoo on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests. - **Q**: How do I buy tickets for Christmas events in Kalamazoo? - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets. - **Q**: What are the popular venues for Christmas events in Kalamazoo? - **A:** Some popular venues hosting Christmas events in Kalamazoo include Bronson Park, 200 S Rose Street, Miller Auditorium, Bronson Park, 200 S. Rose St. - **Q**: Who are the top organizers for Christmas events in Kalamazoo? - **A:** Popular organizers hosting Christmas events in Kalamazoo include Kzoo Parks, Vivid Events, USA Concert Scene. - **Q**: Are there any online Christmas events available? - **A:** Yes, many Christmas events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere. - **Q**: How can I get notified about new Christmas events in Kalamazoo? - **A:** Follow the Christmas category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new Christmas events are listed in Kalamazoo. ## Category Banner - **Banner Image**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/94/d198cea1ed44b0a8fd3623f92d897d/Maskgroup-1.5x-7-.webp - **Mobile Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/transup/da/76f1714ac6480a872527c6e06e99e5/Rectangle1795.webp ## Christmas events from nearby cities - [Christmas events in Portage](https://allevents.in/portage-mi/christmas) - [Christmas events in Richland](https://allevents.in/richland-mi-mi/christmas) - [Christmas events in Otsego](https://allevents.in/otsego/christmas) - [Christmas events in Hickory Corners](https://allevents.in/hickory-corners/christmas)