Good morning, Kalamazoo.

On Monday, April 6 the 25 1/2 Mile Road bridge over the Kalamazoo River in Albion Township will close for a full replacement project expected to last through July.

A signed detour via M-99 will guide motorists as minor tree removal near the L Drive South Bridge prompts intermittent lane closures.

Governor Whitmer declared an energy emergency on Thursday and eased fuel blend rules with Executive Order 2026-4 to lower gas costs; the order suspends a May 1 gasoline requirement in eight counties, benefiting nearly half of Michigan drivers.

Dr. Seuss's The Cat In The Hat

2-5 p.m. — Miller Auditorium — Tickets from $46.56 — Enjoy the classic tale of mischief with your family as the Cat in the Hat shakes up a rainy day.

Easter Day Brunch

11 AM – 5 PM — The Backyard of Kalamazoo — $30 for adults, $18 for children under 12 — Celebrate Easter with a delightful brunch featuring both classic and indulgent offerings.

Celebration of Community Poets

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Crawlspace Comedy Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate local poetry and enjoy performances from talented community poets and musicians.

Kalamazoo Comic-Con

12-7 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — $22 Fri Adult ($55 for 3-day pass) — Explore the world of comics with celebrities, voice actors, and authors.

Meet the Author: Dolen Perkins-Valdez

3-5 p.m. — Kalamazoo Public Library - Central Library — Free entry — Engage in a Q&A and book signing with the author of 'Take My Hand'.

WMU College of Aviation Fly-In

12-5 p.m. — WMU College of Aviation — Free entry — Bring the family for fun activities, egg hunts, and a showcase of aircraft at this annual celebration.

MI CUPA HR Annual Conference

7:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Paid parking — Explore impactful HR strategies for higher education professionals.

Good Night, Oscar

7:30-9:45 p.m. — Farmers Alley Theatre — Ticket prices range from $20-$52 — Experience the witty and poignant tale of Oscar Levant on a late-night talk show in the 1950s.

Zeigler Kalamazoo Marathon 2026

7 a.m. - 2 p.m. — Bronson Park — Registration required — Celebrate health and community at the annual marathon in Kalamazoo.

2026 Kalamazoo Rock, Mineral, Gem, and Fossil Show

2-8 p.m. — Kalamazoo County Expo Center — $5 adults, kids under 12 free — Explore one of Michigan's largest showcase of minerals, gems, and jewelry from 50 vendors.