Good morning, Kalamazoo.

Indivisible Greater Kalamazoo officials say they will hold a 'No Kings 2.0' rally on October 18 from noon until 2 p.m. along North Drake Road from KL Avenue to West Main Street—participants should bring a sign or flag and a food donation.

Hundreds of visitors from the United States and Canada are expected in Kalamazoo this weekend for the annual Stuart Historic Homes Tour that features eight historic homes with original Victorian architecture, live music and antique shopping stops.

The tour will take place Saturday and Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.—ticket sales support the event and will fund a new community park.

Hou Jia is a new restaurant inside Western Michigan University’s student center that serves Taiwanese dishes like steamed pork dumplings and build-your-own bubble tea, and it held a soft launch in early September.

The restaurant will have its grand opening on Oct. 10—during WMU’s homecoming weekend and is the first in the center to serve alcohol.

Kalamazoo Public Schools held a meeting on Oct 1 to review discipline policies after a 15-year-old Kalamazoo Central football player went viral for body slamming an opponent, which caused a serious spinal fracture; the superintendent explained that such assaults are handled with suspension or a program transfer rather than expulsion—reassuring community members who had feared harsher measures.

Three candidates including incumbent David Anderson, Robert E.

Gray, and Chris Glasser are running to be Kalamazoo's next mayor in the upcoming November 4 general election. Anderson will use his local experience to focus on homelessness, workforce housing, and gun violence prevention, while Gray aims to improve community safety and Glasser stresses government accountability + transparency.

Kalamazoo Country Club is expanding its amenities with a new world-class racket facility that will feature three indoor and two outdoor tennis courts and six indoor and four outdoor pickleball courts when it opens early 2026—adding a lobby, viewing area, locker rooms, and a racquets pro shop for both sports. Greenleaf Hospitality Group began building the facility in spring 2024 and will offer year-round programming once it is complete.

US National Under 18 vs. Western Michigan Broncos Mens Hockey (Exhibition)

6:00 PM — Lawson Ice Arena — Ticket prices vary — Watch the future stars of hockey compete in an exciting exhibition match.

Ferris State Bulldogs at Western Michigan Broncos Men's Hockey

3:30 AM – 11:00 PM — Lawson/Gable, Kalamazoo, MI — Competitive prices — Catch a thrilling hockey match between the Bulldogs and Broncos.

Homegrown Bass Featuring Lowke and Tarrow

9 PM – 12 AM — Papa Pete's — $10 presale, $15 day of show — Experience a night of electrifying music with local talents at Papa Pete's.

Live Music: Bourbon Brothers at Brewery Outré

6-9 p.m. — Brewery Outré — Free entry — Enjoy acoustic bluegrass tunes with cold brews in a lively atmosphere.

Kalamazoo Wings Home Opener vs. Fort Wayne Komets

4:30-6 p.m. — Wings Event Center — Free 2025-26 K-Wings Magnet Schedule for the first 2,000 fans — Kick off the new season with an electric atmosphere against a longtime rival.

150th Show on the Road: Kalamazoo

6-9 p.m. — Bell's Eccentric Cafe — Free entry — Celebrate 150 years of faith and renewal with an evening of joyous festivities.

LuFuki and Divine Providence

7-8:30 p.m. — Dalton Theatre — Cost Info — Experience a unique blend of music and spirituality with composer LuFuki Ismaeel Dhul-Qarnayn.

Dokidokon 2025

Oct 24-26 — Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center — Tickets from $10 — Dive into a weekend of anime and gaming fun with themed events and community spirit.

Iowa Heartlanders at Kalamazoo Wings

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Wings Event Center — $3 beers, sodas, and hot dogs — Kick off your weekend with an exciting night of hard-hitting hockey action and unbeatable value.

Chunky Knit Pumpkins Crafting

2-4 p.m. — Schultz Sweets — Cost info not specified — Create your own cozy fall decor with chunky knit pumpkins while enjoying sweet treats.