Sept 18-27
Kick off your 269 Fest weekend with Lee Cleaveland & The Lefthand Band live at Shakespeare's Pub in downtown Kalamazoo! Hailing from Detroit, Lee Cleaveland & The Lefthand Band bring an energetic blend of rock & roll influenced by '60s rock, surf pop and folk rock. Known for lively performances and a sound made for...
Anything Goes at Kalamazoo Civic Theatre Set sail for an unforgettable evening of music, comedy, and Broadway classics with Anything Goes at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre during 269 Fest. Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter, this beloved musical follows a hilarious cast of characters aboard an ocean liner, where mistaken identities, romance, and plenty...
Harlem Duet by Djanet Sears Experience the powerful play Harlem Duet by acclaimed Canadian playwright Djanet Sears during 269 Fest. Presented by Face Off Theatre in collaboration with Kalamazoo College, this thought-provoking production explores love, race, identity, and the enduring influence of Shakespeare's Othello through a contemporary lens. Whether you're a longtime theater enthusiast or...
My Mother and the Michigan/Ohio War at Farmers Alley Theatre Kick off an evening of laughter with My Mother and the Michigan/Ohio War, a hilarious new comedy presented by Farmers Alley Theatre during 269 Fest. Written and directed by Paul Stroili, the play follows Izzy, a newly widowed Michigan matriarch, as she recruits her Wolverine...
Settle in for an evening of live music at Dabney & Co. in downtown Kalamazoo during 269 Fest. LIVE at Dabney brings music, community and nightlife together in the intimate atmosphere of Dabney & Co. Grab a drink, meet up with friends and enjoy a live performance while experiencing another stop on Kalamazoo's local music...
Harlem Duet by Djanet Sears Experience the powerful play Harlem Duet by acclaimed Canadian playwright Djanet Sears during 269 Fest. Presented by Face Off Theatre in collaboration with Kalamazoo College, this thought-provoking production explores love, race, identity, and the enduring influence of Shakespeare's Othello through a contemporary lens. Whether you're a longtime theater enthusiast or...
Anything Goes at Kalamazoo Civic Theatre Set sail for an unforgettable evening of music, comedy, and Broadway classics with Anything Goes at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre during 269 Fest. Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter, this beloved musical follows a hilarious cast of characters aboard an ocean liner, where mistaken identities, romance, and plenty...
My Mother and the Michigan/Ohio War at Farmers Alley Theatre Kick off an evening of laughter with My Mother and the Michigan/Ohio War, a hilarious new comedy presented by Farmers Alley Theatre during 269 Fest. Written and directed by Paul Stroili, the play follows Izzy, a newly widowed Michigan matriarch, as she recruits her Wolverine...
Spend your Sunday afternoon at Sit & Stay Winery with a glass of wine in hand and the smooth acoustic sounds of Neil Jansen filling the air. With laid-back energy and heartfelt tunes, Neil provides the perfect soundtrack for a relaxing afternoon at the winery. Settle in with a wine flight or a glass of...
Anything Goes at Kalamazoo Civic Theatre Set sail for an unforgettable evening of music, comedy, and Broadway classics with Anything Goes at the Kalamazoo Civic Theatre during 269 Fest. Featuring music and lyrics by Cole Porter, this beloved musical follows a hilarious cast of characters aboard an ocean liner, where mistaken identities, romance, and plenty...