News & Information Blog About Kalamazoo, Michigan

Six Trails and Six Beers to Discover in Kalamazoo, Michigan

If there’s one thing we know about Kalamazoo, it’s that people that live here and visit here love being outside and they love drinking beer—which, combined, is the kind of love affair we can get behind. Luckily, Kalamazoo is home… Read More

Posted on May 15th, 2022

Vintage in the Zoo’s Guide to Vintage Shopping in Kalamazoo, Michigan

If hunting for vintage treasures and thrifting local gems is your jam, Kalamazoo is the perfect destination to find carefully curated, unique and rare finds from times gone by. We reached out to our friends at Vintage in the Zoo… Read More

Posted on May 9th, 2022

Kalamazoo Featured On John McGivern’s Main Streets

John McGivern’s Main Streets visited Kalamazoo to film an episode of their travel show about the main streets of Midwestern communities. Watch the full episode below to discover why out-of-towners tell us that Kalamazoo is nothing like they imagined… Read More

Posted on April 26th, 2022

Cool Spots to Take Kids in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Whatever your kids are into (science, animals, the great outdoors), there are plenty of family-friendly things to do in Kalamazoo! Add these activities to your bucket list this warm season.

Dinosaur Park at Western Michigan University’s Main Campus

Posted on April 25th, 2022

The Ultimate Kalamazoo County Taco Trail

We’re all about trails here in Kalamazoo, but not everyone is the outdoorsy type, ya know? One type of trail that undeniably everyone can rally behind is a taco trail, and Kalamazoo has no shortage of amazing places for tacos.… Read More

Posted on April 25th, 2022

How to Make Your Visit to Kalamazoo the Most Sustainable

We know that you care about leaving places better than you found them, that’s why you’re here! The Kalamazoo community is pretty passionate about being leaders in sustainability. At Discover Kalamazoo, we care about eco-friendly travel and we want… Read More

Posted on April 19th, 2022

5 Reasons to Visit the Gilmore Car Museum

Depending on your hobbies and interests, the Gilmore Car Museum is either a national or hidden treasure, but rest assured, you don’t need to be a car enthusiast or even a self-proclaimed history buff to enjoy this Southwest Michigan gem!… Read More

Posted on April 15th, 2022

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

10 Hidden Gem Restaurants in Kalamazoo, Michigan

We’re willing to bet that there’s at least one spot on this list that you’ve never heard of, or at the very least, never been before. If you’re not local, even better! You’ll get a taste of the amazing different… Read More

Posted on April 2nd, 2022

Bird Watching in Kalamazoo, Michigan

Birding is a popular pastime for residents and visitors alike. According to the Michigan Audubon Society, one can find more than 450 bird species on Michigan’s many birding trails, state parks and recreation areas, and more. One of the… Read More

Posted on March 24th, 2022