Welcome to Downtown Kalamazoo Shops! We invite you to walk the Kalamazoo Mall where you can shop, eat and relax.
Feature: Spirit Of Kalamazoo
The Spirit of Kalamazoo is your go-to destination for all things Kalamazoo, offering a delightful experience with a wide selection of Kalamazoo and Michigan-themed products. While you're there, don't forget to treat yourself to some delicious Plainwell Ice Cream, available year-round!
Events
August 1 Zoo After Hours
August 2 First Friday
August 7 Beats On Bates
August 7 Workout Wednesday
August 10 Dogs In The Zoo
August 14 Beats On Bates
August 14 Workout Wednesday
August 15 Zoo After Hours
August 17 LatinX Fest
August 21 Beats On bates
August 21 Workout Wednesday
August 23 Food Truck Friday
August 27 Bronco Bash
August 28 Beats On bates
August 28 Workout Wednesday
September 4 Beats On Bates
September 6 First Friday
September 6 State On The Street
September 8-14 College Week
September 11 Beats On Bates
September 14 Students In The Zoo
September 14 Wellness & Recovery
September 18 Beats On Bates
September 21 Canadiana Fest
September 23-29 Sounds Of The Zoo
September 25 Beats On Bates
September 28 Salsa CookOff
September 28 Hispanic Heritage Festival
Upcoming Events
- Tue, Oct 01KalamazooOct 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – Oct 31, 2024, 11:30 PMKalamazoo, 162 E Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USAOct 01, 2024, 10:00 AM – Oct 31, 2024, 11:30 PMKalamazoo, 162 E Michigan Ave, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USAThis October, Downtown Kalamazoo transforms into a haunted haven with the All-New SkeleTour Spooktacular! Starting October 5th, over 50 eerie skeletons will take over downtown, each one sponsored by local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations.
- Fri, Nov 01KalamazooNov 01, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMKalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
- Fri, Dec 06KalamazooDec 06, 2024, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PMKalamazoo, Kalamazoo, MI, USA
- Fri, Dec 13Mall PlazaDec 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PMMall Plaza, 157 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USADec 13, 2024, 6:00 PM – 11:30 PMMall Plaza, 157 S Kalamazoo Mall, Kalamazoo, MI 49007, USAExperience the magic of our second annual Moonlight Madness in Downtown Kalamazoo on December 13th! If you joined us last year, you know how enchanting the evening was, with streets filled with festive lights, lively dancing, a DJ spinning tunes all night, and a spectacular bike ride!
Parking
Downtown is celebrated for its pedestrian-friendly environment and easy access to public transportation. However, for those who prefer to commute by car, Downtown Kalamazoo offers a wealth of parking solutions.
Free 90 minute parking is now offered in the Epic Center & Kalamazoo Mall ramps! With over 400 free 90-minute on-street parking spaces, as well as various paid parking garages and lots, finding a suitable parking spot is a breeze. On-street metered parking is also available throughout the downtown area, with rates ranging from $1.75 per hour to $3 per day, and these spots are free after 5 p.m. on weekdays and all day on Saturdays, Sundays, and holidays.
Residents, employees, and visitors seeking extended parking options can obtain monthly parking permits by contacting Central City Parking at 269.342.6383.
For avid cyclists, downtown Kalamazoo offers secure bike lockers, providing enclosed storage for bicycles and accessories. These lockers are available for rent on a monthly, seasonal, or annual basis. Details and rental options can be found at various locations.
Stay Connected
City Of Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo is a city in the southwest region of the US state of Michigan. At the 2010 census, Kalamazoo had a population of 74,262.
One of Kalamazoo's most notable features is The Kalamazoo Mall, an outdoor pedestrian shopping mall. The city created the mall in 1959 by closing part of Burdick Street to auto traffic, although two of the mall's four blocks have been reopened to auto traffic since 1999. Kalamazoo is home tWMU, a large public university, Kalamazoo College, a private liberal arts college, and KVCC, a two-year community college.
Downtown Kalamazoo
The Downtown Economic Growth Authority together with the City of Kalamazoo works with both the public sector and local businesses to support the people of downtown Kalamazoo. Together, our goal is to continue growing downtown into an accessible, green, and economically vibrant urban community—one that protects the beauty and diversity of southwest Michigan.