JumpstART Weekend
June 7-8, 2024
Jumpstart Weekend is the official start of the summer event series. It's been a long-standing tradition called Super Saturday and then Super Saturday Weekend. The weekend highlights the following major events while celebrating many more events that round out the "edges" of the traditions that make this first full weekend in June an annual "big deal."
The weekend of activities also includes the many specials and wonderful food found downtown at our restaurants and retail shops. It's a weekend when the doors open and everything celebrates the great things in the greater Kalamazoo region. The Children's Nature Playscape also kicks off the weekend with open doors on Friday night and Saturday - before and after the Do-Dah Parade.
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair in Bronson Park
Fri, June 7th • Noon–8pm
Sat, June 8th• 9am–5pm
The Kalamazoo Institute of Arts Fair is the second longest-running arts fair in the country. And it is happening right in the heart of Kalamazoo: Bronson Park. Fine artisans across the country convene for the two-day unique shopping experience. Find jewelry, photography, sculpture, painting, ceramics, glass, fiber, leather, wood, and more all handcrafted by over 100 jury-selected fine artists from across Michigan and the country.
Art on the Mall
Fri, June 7th • Noon–8pm
Sat, June 8th • 9am–5pm
Brought to you by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo, Art on the Mall, located on the Kalamazoo Mall and South Street, returns Friday, June 7 and Saturday, June 8, this outdoor soft juried show features everything from jewelry to pottery and sculptures to garden art, as well as art demonstrations and live entertainment.
Kalamazoo Pride at Arcadia Creek Festival Site
Fri & Sat, June 7th & 8th
Kalamazoo Pride 2023 returns to the Arcadia Creek Festival Place this year June 2-3, 2023 with entertainment that features show-stopping drag performances, incredible music, exhibitors, food, dancing, and more.
Do-Dah Parade
Sat, June 8th • Step-off 11am
The annual Do-Dah Parade returns Saturday, June 3, 11:00 a.m. The Do-Dah Parade has been part of the Kalamazoo landscape for over 36 years and each year, participants are challenged to reinvigorate the meaning of “Do-Dah” (a parody based on a spoof or a satire).
Concerts in the Park
Sun, June 9th • 4pm–5pm
Concerts in the Park, brought to you by the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo, rounds out the JumpstART festivities on Sunday, June 4 with live music in Bronson Park.