Event information

What is New Year's Fest?
New Year's Fest is an all ages showcase of performing arts that takes place New Year's Eve in downtown Kalamazoo. There are a variety of activities that take place including music, magic, comedy, exhibitions, fireworks, and great food! New Year's Fest's vision is to be a premier event that introduces the greater Kalamazoo community to the performing arts by providing an array of quality, unique artists and activities.

Event Specifics:
Hosted on December 31 from 5:30 p.m. to midnight, fireworks at midnight.

Button Sales:
Buttons available starting December 15 at any Harding's Stores and Marketplaces and The Kalamazoo Public Library.

Board Members Who Make New Year’s Fest A Reality:

New Year’s Fest, as a 501c3 organization is run by a Board of Directors. These community individuals give of their time and talents to make New Year’s Fest successful. The event wouldn’t be possible without them and their support. Community individuals are welcome to join our team and interested individuals should contact Deb Droppers (eventkzoo@chartermi.net) to see how they can become involved in the planning of New Year’s Fest:

Executive Board:

Standing Chairs:

Site Coordinators:

Many of the New Year’s Fest sites are partners and provide their locations free of charge as a way to support this wonderful community celebration. Coordinating the site takes a lot of planning and dedication. Special thanks to the following individuals who donate their time to coordinate the site and recruit the many many volunteers it takes to run New Year’s Fest: