Summer Events 2025

Although the solstice just passed, it feels like Kalamazoo is already fully into Summer.  West Michigan is a great place for biking, canoeing, hiking, and camping, or beachtime at Lake Michigan.  

  

Summer events near Kalamazoo

May 7- October 15 Summer Time Live 125 free concerts Kalamazoo and surroundings

July 2-6 Field of Flight: Air Show and Balloon Festival Battle Creek

July 25- August 3  Coast Guard Festival  Grand Haven

August 7-10  National Blueberry Festival South Haven

August 22-24 Hastings Summerfest Hastings

August 29- September 1 Lawrence Ox Roast Lawrence

Also consider:

50 fun things to do in Michigan this summer

West Michigan Summer Weekends

Kalamazoo Farmers Market

Michigan Fireworks Displays a comprehensive list of fireworks throughout the state

Kzoo Kids: 101 Summer fun ideas for families.

Gazelle Sports Events page (running and races)

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Events from West Michigan Tourist Association

Cleveland.com promotes Lake Michigan beach towns.

Beach Freaks guide to Michigan's Best Beaches

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

West Michigan Coastal Kayaker's Association Event Calendar

Events calendar from Pure Michigan 

Best Beach Umbrellas from the Wirecutter

 

Spring 2025 Events near Kalamazoo

This Spring in Kalamazoo has alternated warm sunny days with snow and freezing temperature.  Soon it should be consistently warm enough for hiking, biking, or bird watching. Despite the cold a handful of early wildflowers are already blooming, but it will be a couple of weeks before they are in full display.  Even later morels will spring up.

Spring events near Kalamazoo

March 1- April 30 Butterflies are Blooming at Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids

April 7-22  Kalamazoo Earth Day events

April 26  free admission to the Kalamazoo Nature Center for Earth Day

April 19-27 National Park Week

May 10 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade 1pm St Joseph - Benton Harbor

May 2-11 Tulip Time festival Holland 

May 10-17 Kalamazoo Bike Week Kalamazoo

May 17-18 The Kite Festival at Grand Haven Grand Haven

June 1 Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones Spring Plant Exchange Kalamazoo 

Also consider:

Vegetable planting dates

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing
 
Gazelle Sports' calendar of West Michigan Races and Events

League of Michigan Bicyclists Michigan Bicycling Calendar  

Spring weekend getaways 

Events calendar from Pure Michigan

 

Winter 2024-5 Events near Kalamazoo

 While it feels like Kalamazoo is deep into Winter, with plenty of snow and Thanksgiving long over, we still have a few days before its official start.  It's the season for skiing and sledding, and skating, as well as local festivities to celebrate.

Winter Events near Kalamazoo

December 31, 2024 New Year's Eve Fest Kalamazoo

January 31- February 2, 2025  Icebreaker  South Haven

February 1-8 2025 Kalamazoo Beer Week Kalamazoo

February 15-16, 2025 Free Fishing Winter Weekend throughout Michigan

February 22, 2025 Winter Beer Festival Grand Rapids

March 1, 2025 Quiet Adventures Symposium East Lansing

Ongoing events
          Kerstmarkt Fridays and Saturdays (11/23 to 12/21/2024) Holland

          Christkindl Markt Wednesday-Sunday (11/15 to 12/23/2024) Grand Rapids

          Christmas Bird Count


See also

Kzoo Kids: Christmas Activities in Downtown Kalamazoo

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing
 
Gazelle Sports Races and running calendar

11 Unforgettable Winter Places in Michigan

West Michigan Winter Weekends

Events calendar from Pure Michigan

Sarrett Nature Center's Event calendar  Benton Harbor

 

Fall Events around Kalamazoo 2024

 

Labor Day marks the end of summer, even if the official season lasts a few more weeks.  September and October still have great weather for outdoor activities-- for camping, paddling, or a walk or bike ride.  Seasonal festivals celebrate Art, Sandhill Cranes, and harvest time.

Fall events around Kalamazoo

September Summer Time Live concerts continue through September Kalamazoo

September 6-8  Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival Paw Paw

September 7 Kalamazoo Scottish Festival Parchment

September 7-8 Grand Valley American Indian Pow Wow  Grand Rapids

September 13 - 28  Art Prize Grand Rapids

September 21 Fall Festival St. Joseph

September 29 Harvest Fest Vicksburg

September 27-28 Oktoberfest Grand Rapids

October 12-13 Cranefest Bellevue

October 10-13 Fennville Goose Festival Fennville

October  19-20 Arts and Eats Tour  Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren counties



Also consider:

SW Michigan Fall Festivals Guide from Kzoo Kids

8 Spots to Sip Cider, Pick Pumpkins, and Soak up Fall from Discover Kalamazoo

Fall Scenic Drives from Pure Michigan

Fall recommendations from 52 Michigan Weekends

Fresh apple cider from VerHages Cider Mill.

Fall walks and rides on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Gazelle Sports' calendar of West Michigan Races and Events

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

Sarrett Nature Center's Event calendar  Benton Harbor

         Events calendar from Pure Michigan

 

 

Summer Events 2024

 

With the fading crackle of fireworks, Kalamazoo is fully into Summer.  West Michigan is a great place for biking, canoeing, hiking, and camping, or beachtime at Lake Michigan.  

  

Summer events near Kalamazoo

May 1- September 25 Summer Time Live 118 free concerts Kalamazoo and surroundings

July 3-7 Field of Flight: Air Show and Balloon Festival Battle Creek

July 26- August 4  Coast Guard Festival  Grand Haven

August 8-11  National Blueberry Festival South Haven

August 23-25 Hastings Summerfest Hastings

August 30- September 3 Lawrence Ox Roast Lawrence

Also consider:

50 fun things to do in Michigan this summer

West Michigan Summer Weekends

Kalamazoo Farmers Market

Michigan Fireworks Displays a comprehensive list of fireworks throughout the state

Kzoo Kids: 101 Summer fun ideas for families.

Gazelle Sports Events page (running and races)

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Events from West Michigan Tourist Association

Cleveland.com promotes Lake Michigan beach towns.

Beach Freaks guide to Michigan's Best Beaches

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

West Michigan Coastal Kayaker's Association Event Calendar

Events calendar from Pure Michigan 

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Best Beach Umbrellas from the Wirecutter

 

 

Spring Events 2024

Spring in Kalamazoo is a great time for hiking, biking, or bird watching.  Warmer temperatures bring wildflowers, morels and Spring events.

Spring events near Kalamazoo

March 1- April 30 Butterflies are Blooming at Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids

March 25 Oberon Release Day, Bells Brewery, Kalamazoo

April 7-22  Kalamazoo Earth Day events

April 20  free admission to the Kalamazoo Nature Center for Earth Day

April 21 free admission to the Kellogg Biological Station for Earth Day 

April 20-28, National Park Week

May 11 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade 1pm St Joseph - Benton Harbor

May 4-12 Tulip Time festival Holland 

May 11-18 Kalamazoo Bike Week Kalamazoo

May 18-19 The Kite Festival at Grand Haven Grand Haven

June 2 Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones Spring Plant Exchange Kalamazoo 

Also consider:

Vegetable planting dates

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing
 
Gazelle Sports' calendar of West Michigan Races and Events

League of Michigan Bicyclists Michigan Bicycling Calendar

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Spring weekend getaways 

Events calendar from Pure Michigan

 

Winter Events 2023-4

 

With Thanksgiving over and Kalamazoo's first snow cover, it's feeling like Winter is here.  We'll need more snow for skiing and sledding, and some colder temperatures for outdoor skating but local festivities celebrate the season regardless of weather.

Winter Events near Kalamazoo

December 2, 2023 Tree Lighting & Traditional Holiday celebration Celery Flats, Portage 

          December 2, 2023 Local Gift Fair  9 am -4 pm Kalamazoo Nature Center Kalamazoo 

December 18, 2023 December to Remember Bronson Park Kalamazoo

December 31, 2023 New Year's Eve Fest Kalamazoo

January 12-24 2024 Kalamazoo Beer Week Kalamazoo

February 2-4, 2024  Icebreaker  South Haven 

February 17-18, 2024 Free Fishing Winter Weekend throughout Michigan

February 24, 2024 Winter Beer Festival Grand Rapids

March 2, 2024 Quiet Adventures Symposium East Lansing

Ongoing events
          Kerstmarkt Fridays and Saturdays (11/18 to 12/16/2023) Holland

          Christkindl Markt Wednesday-Sunday (11/17 to 12/23/2023) Grand Rapids

          Christmas Bird Count


See also

OptOutside  An alternative to hitting the malls on Black Friday

Kzoo Kids: Christmas Activities in Downtown Kalamazoo

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing
 
Gazelle Sports Races and running calendar

11 Unforgettable Winter Places in Michigan

West Michigan Winter Weekends

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Events calendar from Pure Michigan 

 

Fall Events 2023

The start of school and the Labor Day holiday mark the end of summer, even if the astronomical season lasts a few more weeks.  September and October still have great weather for outdoor activities-- for camping, paddling, or a walk or bike ride.  Seasonal festivals celebrate Labor Day, Art, Sandhill Cranes, and harvest time.

Fall events around Kalamazoo

September 2-4  Lawrence Ox Roast Lawrence

September 4 West Michigan Labor Fest Grand Rapids

September 8-10  Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival Paw Paw

September 14 - October 1  Art Prize Grand Rapids

September 16 Fall Festival St. Joseph

September 17 Fall Festival Portage

September 24 Harvest Fest Vicksburg

September 29-30 Oktoberfest Grand Rapids

October 6-7 Pumpkinfest Zeeland

October 14-15 Cranefest Bellevue

October 12-15 Fennville Goose Festival Fennville

October  21-22 Arts and Eats Tour  Allegan, Barry, Calhoun, Kalamazoo, and Van Buren counties



Also consider:

Southeast Michigan Labor Day events from MetroParent

SW Michigan Fall Festivals Guide from Kzoo Kids

Labor Day Weekend Events for Metro Detroit (Oakland County Moms)

Mackinac Bridge Walk

5 Spots to Sip Cider, Pick Pumpkins, and Soak up Fall from Discover Kalamazoo

Fall Scenic Drives from Pure Michigan

Fall recommendations from 52 Michigan Weekends

Fresh apple cider from VerHages Cider Mill.

Fall walks and rides on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Gazelle Sports' calendar of West Michigan Races and Events

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

         Events calendar from Pure Michigan

 

Maple Sugar Season 2020

Michigan's recent weather, with warm sunny days and cold, below-freezing nights, is perfect for maple sugaring.  The temperature changes make the sap flow and a strategically driven spile can divert some into a bucket.  Heating the sap concentrates the sweetness, as water transforms into clouds of steam.

Maple Syrup Festivals near Kalamazoo

March 7-8 and 14-15 Maple Sugar Time Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Chesterton, Indiana 

March 7, 15 Maple Sugar Madness Sarett Nature Center Benton Harbor

March 7-8 Maple Sugar Festival Kalamazoo Nature Center Kalamazoo

March 21-22 Sugar Camp Days Bendix Woods County Park, New Carlisle, IN

March 21  50th Annual Sugarbush Festival  Blandford Nature Center  Grand Rapids

April 24-26 Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival, Wakarusa, Indiana

April 24-26  79th Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Vermontville

Also consider

Michigan MapleWeekends

Michigan Maple Syrup Events 2020 in Oakland County and Southeast Michigan
 
Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival

Chicago-area Maple Syrup Events

Winter Events 2019-2020

While we had snow earlier this year, December is the traditional start to Winter.  Get ready for a season of skiing, sledding, and skating.  Plenty of local festivals celebrate the season.

Winter Events near Kalamazoo

December 7, 2019 Tree Lighting & Traditional Holiday celebration Celery Flats, Portage 

December 7, 2019 13th annual Candy Cane Hunt Mayors Riverfront Park Kalamazoo

December 7, 2019 Local Gift Fair  9 am -4 pm Kalamazoo Nature Center Kalamazoo 

December 31, 2019 New Year's Eve Fest Kalamazoo

January 11-18 2020 Kalamazoo Beer Week Kalamazoo

January 23-26, 2020 Winterfest Grand Haven

January 31- February 3, 2020  Icebreaker  South Haven

February 14 -17,  2020  Great Backyard Bird Count

February 15-16, 2020 Free Fishing Winter Weekend throughout Michigan

February 22, 2020 Winter Beer Festival Grand Rapids

February 29, 2020 Quietwater Symposium East Lansing

Ongoing events

International Festival of Lights Battle Creek November -December 

Zoo Lights Binder Park Zoo Battle Creek

          Dutch Winterfest Holland

Millennium Park Skate Rink opens December 8, 2019, or when weather permits Portage

          Christmas Bird Count


See also

OptOutside  An alternative to hitting the malls on Black Friday

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing
 
Gazelle Sports Races and running calendar

11 Unforgettable Winter Places in Michigan

West Michigan Winter Weekends

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

The DNR has calendars of events for State Parks and Recreation Areas.

Events from Pure Michigan  

Fall Events 2019

As August comes to a close, Labor Day brings the final holiday of summer.  September and October offer plenty of warm days and cool nights for outdoor activities.  Fall is a great season for for camping, paddling or a walk or bike ride through the woods.  Area festivals celebrate Labor Day, Sandhill Cranes, harvests, and art.

Fall events around Kalamazoo

August 30- September 2 Lawrence Ox Roast Lawrence

September 2 West Michigan Labor Fest Grand Rapids

September 6-8  Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival Paw Paw

September 13-14 Grand Haven Salmon Festival Grand Haven

September 7-October 27 Project 1 Grand Rapids (Project 1 replaces Art Prize this year.)

September 21 Fall Festival St. Joseph

September 27-28 Oktoberfest Grand Rapids

October 12 BontebokOktoberfest Binder Park Zoo  Battle Creek 

October 12-13 Cranefest Bellevue

October 11-13 Fennville Goose Festival Fennville

October 19-20 Arts and Eats Tour  Hastings, Middleville, Hickory Corners, and surrounding areas



Also consider:

Southeast Michigan Labor Day events from MetroParent

Labor Day Weekend Events for Metro Detroit (Oakland County Moms)

Mackinac Bridge Walk

5 Spots to Sip Cider, Pick Pumpkins, and Soak up Fall from Discover Kalamazoo

Fall Scenic Drives from Pure Michigan

Fall recommendations from 52 Michigan Weekends

Fresh apple cider from VerHages Cider Mill.

Fall walks and rides on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Gazelle Sports' calendar of West Michigan Races and Events

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Events from Pure Michigan 

The DNR has calendars of events for State Parks and Recreation Areas.

Summer Events 2019

Now that the solstice has passed, Kalamazoo is fully into Summer.  West Michigan is a great place for biking, canoeing, hiking, and camping, or beachtime at Lake Michigan.  

  

Summer events near Kalamazoo

June 26-July 3 Wenke Greenhouse's Cart Sale  Kalamazoo

July 3-7 Balloon Festival Battle Creek

August 8-11  56th annual Blueberry Festival South Haven

August 23-25 Hastings Summerfest Hastings

August 23-25 Kalamazoo Balloon Fest at  Gull Meadow Farms, Kalamazoo

September 2-5 Lawrence Ox Roast Lawrence

Also consider:

Long weekend suggestions from Pure Michigan

50 fun things to do in Michigan this summer

West Michigan Summer Weekends

Kalamazoo Farmers Market

Michigan Fireworks Displays a comprehensive list of fireworks throughout the state

Kzoo Kids: 101 Summer fun ideas for families.

Ultimate Kalamazoo Summer Fun Guide – 101 Ideas for FamiliesUltimate Kalamazoo Summer Fun Guide – 101 Ideas for FamiliesUltimate Kalamazoo Summer Fun Guide – 101 Ideas for FamGazelle Sports Events page (running and races)

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Events from West Michigan Tourist Association

Kzoo Kids lists Beaches near Kalamazoo & Battle Creek

Cleveland.com promotes Lake Michigan beach towns.

Beach Freaks guide to Michigan's Best Beaches

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

West Michigan Coastal Kayaker's Association Event Calendar

Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy volunteer workdays

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Michigan Festivals and Events Association Events browser

Michigan DNR's State Park Events

Spring Events 2019

While this morning's snow wasn't very promising, there have been  signs that Spring is coming.  Blackbirds, Great Blue Herons, and Turkey Vultures have returned.  Turtles have been sunning.  Crocus have been in full flower and the daffodils are starting to blossom.  Kalamazoo's Spring is a great time for hiking, biking, or bird watching.  Warmer temperatures will also bring wildflowers and morels.

Many West Michigan festivals and activities celebrate Spring.

Spring events near Kalamazoo

March 1- April 30 Butterflies are Blooming at Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids

April 20  free admission to the Kalamazoo Nature Center for Earth Day 

April 22 free admission to the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary for Earth Day   

April 20-28, National Park Week

April 27 Thornapple Woodpecker Festival Middleville 

May 4 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade 1pm St Joseph - Benton Harbor

May 4-12 Tulip Time festival Holland 

May 11-18 Kalamazoo Bike Week Kalamazoo

May 18-19 The Kite Festival at Grand Haven Grand Haven

May 18 Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones 6th Annual Native Plant Sale People's Food Co-op Kalamazoo 

Also consider:

Vegetable planting dates

Earth Day Activities throughout Michigan

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Tawas Point Birding Festival Iosco County May 16–18

birdwatching at Bird Trails and Sanctuaries in Michigan

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing

Events from Pure Michigan
 
Gazelle Sports' calendar of West Michigan Races and Events

League of Michigan Bicyclists Michigan Bicycling Calendar

Michigan Festivals and Events Association Events browser

The DNR has calendars of events for State Parks and Recreation Areas.

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Southwest Michigan Cultural Exchange  May  Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Hickory Corners

Spring weekend getaways

Maple Syrup Season 2019

As winter wanes, warm days and cold nights cause the maple sap to flow.  40 gallons of sap yield one gallon of syrup.  Local events celebrate the season.

Maple Syrup Festivals near Kalamazoo

March 2-3 and 9-10 Maple Sugar Time Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Chesterton, Indiana 

March 3, 9 Maple Sugar Madness Sarett Nature Center Benton Harbor

March 9-10 Maple Sugar Festival Kalamazoo Nature Center Kalamazoo

March 16-17 Sugar Camp Days Bendix Woods County Park, New Carlisle, IN

March 23  Sugarbush Festival  Blandford Nature Center  Grand Rapids

April 26 - 28 Wakarusa Maple Syrup Festival, Wakarusa, Indiana

April 26 - 28 79th Vermontville Maple Syrup Festival Vermontville

Also consider

Michigan MapleWeekends

Michigan Maple Syrup Events 2019 in Oakland County and Southeast Michigan
 
Shepherd Maple Syrup Festival

Chicago-area Maple Syrup Events

Winter Events 2018-19

While the winter solstice doesn't happen until December 21, it's already looking a lot like winter in Kalamazoo.  (Perhaps the meteorological definition of the season makes more sense.)  Right now, it looks like weather for skiing, sledding, or skating is about here.  Whatever your preferred definition, a variety of local festivals celebrate the season.

Winter Events near Kalamazoo

December 1, 2018 Traditional Holiday celebration Celery Flats, Portage 

December 8, 2018 13th annual Candy Cane Hunt Mayors Riverfront Park Kalamazoo

December 8, 2018 Local Gift Fair  9 am -4 pm Kalamazoo Nature Center Kalamazoo 

December 1-23, 2018 (weekends) Zoo Lights Binder Park Zoo Battle Creek

December 31, 2018 New Year's Eve Fest Kalamazoo

January 11-20 2019 Kalamazoo Beer Week Kalamazoo

January 24-27, 2019 Winterfest Grand Haven

February 1-3, 2019  Icebreaker  South Haven

February 15 -18,  2019  Great Backyard Bird Count

February 16-17, 2019 Free Fishing Winter Weekend throughout Michigan

February 22-23, 2019 Winter Beer Festival Grand Rapids

March 2, 2019 Quietwater Symposium East Lansing

Ongoing events

International Festival of Lights Battle Creek November -December

          Dutch Winterfest Holland

Millennium Park Skate Rink opens when weather permits Portage

          Christmas Bird Count


See also

OptOutside  An alternative to hitting the malls on Black Friday

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing
 
Gazelle Sports Races and running calendar

11 Unforgettable Winter Places in Michigan

West Michigan Winter Weekends

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

The DNR has calendars of events for State Parks and Recreation Areas.

Events from Pure Michigan  

Fall 2018 events

Like it or not, Summer will end soon.  Fortunately, Fall is still great for outdoor activities around Kalamazoo.  Warm days and cool nights are perfect weather for camping or paddling.   Colorful leaves make it a great time to take a walk in the woods or to explore a local bike trail.   Sandhill Cranes gather in West Michigan before they migrate south for the season.  Area festivals celebrate Labor Day, fall harvests, fish, art, and birds.

Fall events around Kalamazoo

September 3-5 Lawrence Ox Roast Lawrence

September 3 West Michigan Labor Fest Grand Rapids

September 7-9  Paw Paw Wine and Harvest Festival Paw Paw

September 14-15 Grand Haven Salmon Festival Grand Haven

September 19-October 7 Art Prize Grand Rapids

September 22-29  Michigan Trails Week

September 22 Eco Raft Race  Kalamazoo

September 22 Fall Festival St. Joseph

September 29-30 Oktoberfest Grand Rapids

October 13 BontebokOktoberfest Binder Park Zoo  Battle Creek 

October 13-14 Cranefest Bellevue

October 12-14 Fennville Goose Festival Fennville

October 20-21 Arts and Eats Tour  Hastings, Middleville, Hickory Corners, and surrounding areas

October 18-21, 25-28 Zoo Boo Binder Park Zoo  Battle Creek 

November 10 Holiday Parade 11am- 12:30pm Kalamazoo


Also consider:

Southeast Michigan Labor Day events from MetroParent

Labor Day Weekend Events for Metro Detroit (Oakland County Moms)

Mackinac Bridge Walk

5 Spots to Sip Cider, Pick Pumpkins, and Soak up Fall from Discover Kalamazoo

Fall Scenic Drives from Pure Michigan

Fall recommendations from 52 Michigan Weekends

Fresh apple cider from VerHages Cider Mill.

Fall walks and rides on the Kalamazoo River Valley Trail

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Gazelle Sports' calendar of West Michigan Races and Events

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

Michigan Festivals and Events Association Events browser

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Events from Pure Michigan 

The DNR has calendars of events for State Parks and Recreation Areas.

Summer Events 2018

As the solstice approaches, Michigan moves to full Summer mode with biking, canoeing, hiking, and camping and beachtime at Lake Michigan.  

  

Summer events near Kalamazoo

June 20 Free Parks Day  Kalamazoo County

June 28-July 4 Balloon Festival Battle Creek

July 20-22  Old Tyme Tractor Show Scots

August 9-12  54th annual Blueberry Festival South Haven

August 24-26 Hastings Summerfest Hastings


Also consider:

Long weekend suggestions from Pure Michigan

50 fun things to do in Michigan this summer

West Michigan Summer Weekends

Kalamazoo Farmers Market

Michigan Fireworks Displays a comprehensive list of fireworks throughout the state
Gazelle Sports Events page (running and races)

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Event listings from Discover Kalamazoo

Events from West Michigan Tourist Association

Kzoo Kids lists Beaches near Kalamazoo & Battle Creek

Cleveland.com promotes Lake Michigan beach towns.

Beach Freaks guide to Michigan's Best Beaches

League of Michigan Bicyclist's Michigan Ride Calendar

West Michigan Coastal Kayaker's Association Event Calendar

Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy volunteer workdays

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Michigan Festivals and Events Association Events browser

Michigan DNR's State Park Events 

Spring Events 2018

The snow this April hasn't been deep enough to ski but it sure hasn't felt very Spring-like.  Kalamazoo will eventually have warmer weather for hiking, biking, or bird watching.  Warmer temperatures will also bring wildflowers and morels.

Many West Michigan festivals and activities celebrate Spring.

Spring events near Kalamazoo

March 1- April 30 Butterflies are Blooming at Meijer Gardens Grand Rapids

April 21  free admission to the Kalamazoo Nature Center for Earth Day 

April 22 free admission to the Kellogg Bird Sanctuary for Earth Day   

April 21-29, National Park Week

April 14 Green-A-Thon 2018 Celery Flats Portage   

April 28 Thornapple Woodpecker Festival Middleville 

May 5 Blossomtime Grand Floral Parade 1pm St Joseph - Benton Harbor

May 5-13 Tulip Time festival Holland 

May 12-19 Kalamazoo Bike Week Kalamazoo

May 19-20 Great Lakes Kite Festival 2016 Grand Haven

May 19 Kalamazoo Area Wild Ones 4th Annual Native Plant Sale People's Food Co-op Kalamazoo 

Also consider:

Vegetable planting dates

Earth Day Activities throughout Michigan

Bike Friendly Kalamazoo's  Event listings

Tawas Point Birding Festival Iosco County May 17–18

birdwatching at Bird Trails and Sanctuaries in Michigan

Discover Kalamazoo's event listing

Events from Pure Michigan
 
Gazelle Sports Races and running calendar

League of Michigan Bicyclists Michigan Bicycling Calendar

Michigan Festivals and Events Association Events browser

The DNR has calendars of events for State Parks and Recreation Areas.

Sarrett Nature Center's Event list Benton Harbor

Southwest Michigan Cultural Exchange  May  Kalamazoo, Battle Creek, Hickory Corners

Spring weekend getaways