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Discover Kalamazoo Sports Reports $15.4 Million In Economic Impact In 2021

Discover Kalamazoo Sports reports hosting a total of 40+ sports events in 2021, which resulted in $15.4 million in estimated direct visitor spending. More than 20,000 youth, amateur, college and professional athletes competed in various sports events and… Read More

Posted on April 14th, 2022

MHSAA Team Wrestling Finals Returns To Kalamazoo, Michigan

The Michigan High School Athletic Association is looking forward to its return Feb. 25-26 to Wings Event Center for the Team Wrestling Finals – and excited for the highly-anticipated return of its traditional format after COVID-19 led to many adjustments… Read More

Posted on February 23rd, 2022

5 Reasons To Host Your Next Esports Event In Kalamazoo, Michigan

When it comes to sports event planning, Kalamazoo has earned a reputation as the perfect host for sports events of all sizes. Similar to our name, we like to embrace and bring to life the unconventional and eccentric sports throughout… Read More

Posted on December 9th, 2021

Your Winter Sports Events & Activities Bucket List In Kalamazoo, MI

In Kalamazoo, we like to embrace what the beautiful winter months bring to our community. Whether that means we’re bundling up and heading out to cross country ski, grabbing a hot cocoa and taking in a hockey game from the… Read More

Posted on December 1st, 2021

10 Ways To Experience Pickleball In Greater Kalamazoo

The unique and ever growing sport of pickleball is on the rise across Kalamazoo! For those that aren’t familiar with this fast paced game, it’s basically a combination of tennis, badminton, and ping-pong, which may sound complicated but we promise… Read More

Posted on October 20th, 2021

5 Fun Facts About the NSRA Street Rod Nationals North in Kalamazoo, Michigan

41st Annual Street Rod Nationals North

The region’s largest and most spectacular street rod, muscle car and custom car show

September 10, 11, & 12

See more than 2,500 street rods, muscle cars, custom cars, trucks and specialty vehicles … Read More

Posted on August 12th, 2021

11 Golf Courses To Play Today In and Around Greater Kalamazoo

Whether you’re a golf fanatic, a first timer, or looking for a way to get outside and enjoy the outdoors – Kalamazoo has a golf course for you.

Gull Lake View Golf Club & Resort

15579 E. Augusta Dr.,

Posted on August 10th, 2021

Top 5 Reasons to Attend the USTA Boys’ 18 & 16 National Championship in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Join us in Kalamazoo August 6-15 for the 2021 USTA Boys’ 18 & 16 National Championship!

Since 1943, the USTA Boys’ 18 & 16 National Championship has taken place in Kalamazoo, establishing itself as a very well-respected tournament both … Read More

Posted on July 16th, 2021

10 Sports Events That You Didn’t Know Were Hosted In Kalamazoo, MI

When it comes to hosting sports events, Kalamazoo is well versed. Similar to our one of a kind name, Kalamazoo has been home to quite a few unique, unconventional sports events over the years. Check out these 10 Sports Events… Read More

Posted on June 25th, 2021

Golf In Kalamazoo: 6 Tips, Tricks, & Favorite Holes From Our Director of Sports

One of the many ways to get outside and enjoy Kalamazoo this summer is by visiting one (or all) of our beautiful golf courses! Whether you’ve been golfing your entire life and are looking for a course to put your… Read More

Posted on May 10th, 2021