Central Commons Refreshment Area Kalamazoo is now home to the Downtown Social District and within it the Central Commons Refreshment Area. You can grab a drink from a participating business and enjoy it while you stroll and shop downtown.
Downtown Dollars Support local businesses and share the love of downtown Kalamazoo with Downtown Dollars. They work like a gift card at participating downtown restaurants, shops, and businesses.
Downtown Ambassadors Downtown Ambassadors are on the streets seven days a week to ensure that Downtown Kalamazoo is a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for visitors, residents, employees, and investors.
Downtown Development Authority & Downtown Economic Growth Authority The DDA fosters development of the downtown business area & the DEGA helps fund improvements along commercial corridors downtown.
JumpstART Weekend Kick off your summer right with JumpstART Weekend June 7 through 9. Formerly called June Jubilee, JumpSTART is full of fun, art, food, and music in an entirely outdoor setup with events like KIA Arts Fair, Art on the Mall, Do-Dah Parade, Kalamazoo Pride, and so much more!
Apply for a Social District Permit Apply for a Social District Permit if your eligible businesses wants to sell beverages in the Central Commons Refreshment Area.
First Fridays Shops in Downtown Kalamazoo will have extended hours, specials, and be hosting local artists. Enjoy grabbing a drink and walking the Mall in the Central Commons Drinking Area while music is played.
Bicycle Show The Bicycle Show is back in this year! Save the date and join the fun in Bronson Park! More details will be announced soon so stay tuned!