Events
No matter the time of year, no matter your age, the City of Portage Parks & Recreation has an event for you! We pack our season with FREE fun-filled events for all to support and strengthen our sense of community. All events are family-friendly. You don't want to miss out on these FREE events. Click on the event tabs below to find out more. We look forward to seeing you there! |
Spring / Summer Events
Kick off the summer at Celery Flats! You are invited to Friday at the Flats: Block Party. Enjoy fun-filled evenings with FREE, LIVE, LOCAL music and great dinner options from local food trucks and vendors.This community gathering encourages you to connect with your local community through food and activities while browsing local businesses and art booths at Celery Flats. Bring a blanket or chair for lawn seating!
» Fridays, May 15, June 26, July 17, August 21 | 6 - 9 PM
» Celery Flats (7335 Garden Lane)
» FREE | No patron fee
Start your weekend early at the Overlander Bandshell and join us for an unforgettable season of LIVE music, delicious food, and a whole lot of fun. This year's Summer Concert Series features a variety of music genres with something for everyone. Make it a night to remember by bustin' a move and singing along to your favorite songs. Bring a chair or blanket for lawn seating. Admission is FREE, thanks to the generous support of our series sponsors, The Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo and the Irving S. Gilmore Foundation. Be sure to join in the fun - we hope to see you there!
» Overlander Bandshell (7810 Shaver Road)
» FREE | No registration required
Epic Eagles: The Definitive Tribute to the Eagles
Experience the timeless hits of the Eagles. Sing along to mega hits like Hotel California, One of These Nights, Take it Easy, Desperado, and so much more!
» Thursday, June 4 | 7 - 9 PM
Kait Rose & Co.: Fleetwood Mac Tribute
Crystal visions and dreams that will take you back! Enjoy your favorite Fleetwood Mac tunes from a discography spanning over 45 years. Sing along to their most popular anthems and savor their deepest ballads - all delivered with irresistible energy.
» Thursday, June 11 | 7 - 9 PM
Who's Bad: The Ultimate Michael Jackson Experience
Sponsor: Kalamazoo Community Foundation
Join us for an unforgettable evening with the world's #1 Michael Jackson Tribute. Moonwalk the night away to Michael's greatest hits with a power-packed tribute to Michael Jackson that has ignited crowds on every continent and can only be described as a jaw-dropping, musical must-see.
» Thursday, July 9 | 7 - 9 PM
Mallrats
Step back in time and embark on a musical journey through the iconic era of flannel shirts, neon jackets, JNCO jeans, and alternative rock. Mallrats is a time machine transporting you straight into the heart of a '90s party. So, dust off your Doc Martens, log into an AOL chatroom, and tell your friends we're a "go for launch" into the sonic landscape of the '90s.
» Thursday, July 23 | 7 - 9 PM
Heartless: A Tribute to Heart
Take a musical journey from the 1970s to today! Enjoy songs like Barracuda and Crazy On You that have left an indelible mark on the music world, breaking barriers for women in rock, and crafting a legacy that spans decades.
» Thursday, August 27 | 7 - 9 PM
Enjoy a FREE, family-friendly movie at Ramona Park! Round up the family, friends, and neighbors and head to Ramona Park for drive-in movies beginning at dusk. Leave your living room behind and settle in under the twinkling stars for movie night.
» Saturdays | Dusk (approximately 9 PM, varies with sunset)
» Ramona Park (8600 South Sprinkle Road)
» FREE | No patron fee
Luca
Luca is a coming-of-age adventure set on the Italian Riviera, where characters ride scooters, meet sea monsters, and make unforgettable memories.
» Saturday, June 20 | 9:30 PM*
E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial (1982)
A lonely boy summons the courage to help a friendly alien escape from Earth and return to his home planet.
» Saturday, July 25 | 9 PM*
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Explore the Mushroom Kingdom with all your favorite characters - Mario, Luigi, and Princess Peach.
» Saturday, August 8 | 9 PM*
*Programs begin around dusk, start times may vary depending on sunset and weather conditions.
Fall / Winter Events
Time for pumpkin spice and everything nice at Portage’s annual Fall Fest! Explore the historical side of Celery Flats by touring the recently reopened Hayloft Theatre. Enjoy fall-flavored refreshments, a magician of mystery, LIVE music, tractor rides, a petting zoo, and an antique tractor show. Shop until you drop at the Bizarre Bazaar, where you will find unique wares for sale, fallthemed and handmade items. While you browse, enjoy live music from the Bourbon Brothers and Dogpatch Lullaby. Experience LIVE historical demonstrations like pottery, fiber spinning, blacksmithing, rope making, and more.
» Saturday, September 19 | 10 AM - 1 PM
» Celery Flats (7335 Garden Lane)
» FREE | No patron fee
Monster Mash is back! Show off your favorite Halloween costume at this family-friendly event, where you will find Halloween-themed decorations, a spooky trail hayride, merry-not-scary magic shows, pumpkin carving demos, a live DJ, food trucks, and more. After the festivities, enjoy a drive-in-style movie starting around dusk. Parking for the movie begins at 5:30 PM on a first-come, first-served basis.
Stay tuned for this year's theme to be announced!
» Saturday, October 17 | 3 - 7 PM
» Ramona Park (8600 South Sprinkle Road)
» FREE | No registration required
Celebrate the magic of the season at the annual Portage Traditional Holiday and Tree Lighting Celebration.
*Stay tuned for exciting new additions to this year's event!
» Saturday, December 5 | 6 PM
» The City Centre & Celery Flats Historical Area (7335 Garden Lane)
» FREE | No registration required