Family events in Kalamazoo County, MI

Take advantage of free admission on Thursdays, along with later hours so you can linger into the evening. This access is made possible by support from Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program and the Efroymson Family Fund.

Designed for youth ages 12 to 18, this supportive gathering welcomes gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, pansexual, and allied participants to connect with peers. It offers a confidential and respectful space where individuality is valued and open conversation is encouraged. Attendees can find friendship, support, acceptance, learning opportunities, accurate information, and helpful resources. Participants who are 18 must be enrolled in high school to attend. No registration is required.

Celebrate Halloween with a cozy story, a simple craft, and playful open gym time created for the tiniest participants. This session is designed for ages 4 months through 3 years. The cost is $15 per child for nonmembers, and the same rate applies to unenrolled siblings. Enrolled members can attend at no charge.

Making its return, Hometown Pride Night 2026 is a community-focused gathering organized by SCS that brings together local businesses and organizations.

At the Storytime Stage, this weekly gathering features readings of favorite tales, from classics to newer selections. Participants are invited to use their imaginations to dream up worlds together and explore the stories beyond the page.

Halloween Forest returns to Milham Park as a completely free family Halloween celebration sponsored by Lake Michigan Credit Union. The park will be filled with fall-themed games and activities, with candy available at trick or treat stations. Try a lineup of inflatables that includes a pumpkin toss, Zap a Mole, duel axe throwing, and a bobbing for apples challenge where participants race to the center to grab apples. A Spooky Fun Magic Show by John Dudley adds to the festivities. Food and drink will be available from Ibison Concessions, Ollys Donuts, and Coffee Rescue. Attendees can enter the costume contest by having their photo taken at the contest backdrop. Photos will be posted on the Kzoo Parks Facebook page, and the entries with the most likes will win. Prizes will be awarded to the top three Individual photos and the top three Family photos. Event parking is available in the Milham Park lot near the pavilion, with overflow parking across the street at Loy Norrix High School.

At Berries Famous Pancake House, a family friendly trunk or treat brings together candy, creative costumes, and festively decorated car trunks. Costumes are encouraged, and there will be plenty of treats and food to enjoy. It offers a cheerful setting for Halloween fun for all ages.

Operation Heaven Sent, The OHS 2nd Hand Store, and Fallen but not Forgotten Military present a fall celebration featuring a chili cook-off. Enjoy a complimentary trunk-or-treat, a seasonal photo booth, music, and vendors. A circus tent will be set up for kids with hot dogs, popcorn, and cotton candy. Fallen but not Forgotten Military is coordinating the third annual chili cook-off. Parking is located behind the building, and drivers are asked to slow down and use caution.

Community health workers, in partnership with Integrated Services of Kalamazoo, will be on site at OutFront Kalamazoo to offer practical support and connections to local resources. They can assist with everyday needs such as food access, clothing, and applications for health insurance or a government phone. Guidance and referrals are available for health care and wellness services, mental health resources, housing and employment support, child and family assistance, applying for benefits, and general advocacy, along with other individualized help. Some services may have age-related eligibility limits based on state and federal regulations. For questions about specific assistance, please contact the organizers for details.

Pokémondays features a dice roll promotion for Pokémon card packs. For every $10 spent, you earn one roll and higher numbers bring better rewards. Rolls from 1 to 15 receive Mystery Packs. Rolls from 16 to 19 get Pitch Black or Chaos Rising. A roll of 20 unlocks any pack that is available.