things to do around kalamazoo

kalamazoo air zoo

Blue background with white text that reads 'AIR ZOO' and a tagline 'Aerospace & Science Experience,' with an atomic model graphic.

From rare and historic artifacts to exciting artwork and exhibits, there's something for everyone at the Kalamazoo Air Zoo museum. The Air Zoo is a highly charged, multi-sensory atmosphere that goes beyond anything you've ever seen. It’s also home to a nationally recognized restoration team where visitors can get a firsthand view of the restoration of macro artifacts, including the current restoration of two WWII aircraft recovered from Lake Michigan. 

With more than 100 unbelievable air artifacts and exhibits, amusement park-style rides, and educational exhibits and activities, you can immerse yourself in unique experiences like no other! Come imagine, explore and discover with us!

kalamazoo wings

Crowd of hockey fans seated in arena stands with some holding up illuminated phones, viewed from the ice rink surface.

Hit the ice with the Kalamazoo Wings! Our local ECHL hockey team is celebrating 50+ years in the Kalamazoo area, and is an affordable, fun way for a family to spend time together! https://kwings.com/

gilmore car museum

Logo for Gilmore Car Museum featuring a black vintage car and red and black text.

Experience automotive history at the Gilmore Car Museum. Located north of Kalamazoo in Hickory Corners, the Gilmore Car Museum is a wonderland of vintage automotive history.

l.f.g.

Logo with the word "EGO" and icons of a potion bottle, a mushroom, and a game controller, with the words "LIQUOR FOOD GAMING" underneath.

Kalamazoo's ONLY Barcade is located in the heart of downtown Kalamazoo, and provides an extensive beer menu, themed cocktails, a full food menu, and a rotating offering of arcade and console games for folks to play! Liquor, Food, and Gaming - what could be better?

klassic arcade

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Three locations with unlimited play all day at all locations for only $10? Sign me up! Klassic Arcade has locations in both Gobles and Paw Paw, just west of Kalamazoo, and has one of the largest offerings of arcade machines in southwest Michigan. From classic 60's pinball tables all the way through the arcade classics we love from the 90's Klassic Arcade is a must see!