In Kalamazoo, you’ll find a unique and exciting city vibe, but with the comfort of warm people, an easy-going pace of life, and truly beautiful countryside. With abundant lakes, trails, and parks and a walkable downtown that boasts the nation’s first outdoor pedestrian shopping mall, there’s a tailored experience for every interest. When you visit Kalamazoo, you can go for a hike in the morning, grab lunch and a beer at Bell’s Brewery and catch a show at the historic Kalamazoo State Theatre at night, all without spending more than thirty minutes in your car.


The 2024 Pure Michigan Governor's Conference on Tourism will be held April 9-11, 2024
Opening Reception at Bell's Eccentric Cafe
Host Hotel is the Radisson Plaza Hotel
What is there to do in Kalamazoo?
The city of Kalamazoo features a variety of museums to explore such as the Kalamazoo Valley Museum, Kalamazoo Institute of Arts, Black Arts and Cultural Center, and Kalamazoo Nature Center. Downtown Kalamazoo is home to the nation's first outdoor pedestrian shopping mall.
What is Kalamazoo known for?
Kalamazoo is known as the birthplace of Gibson Guitars, Checker Taxi Cabs, and Bell's Brewery. Kalamazoo County is known to be home to the world's largest indoor painted mural located inside the Air Zoo Aerospace and Science Museum.
Where is Kalamazoo?
Kalamazoo is located in southwest Michigan halfway between Detroit and Chicago and directly south of Grand Rapids.
What county is Kalamazoo in?
Kalamazoo resides in Kalamazoo County.