Downtown Kalamazoo’s November Art Hop Celebrates Creativity and Community Care
Get ready: the first Friday of the month brings one of our favorite local events: Art Hop!
Art Hop returns this Friday, November 7, from 5 PM to 8 PM. This free, walkable event invites you to explore local art throughout downtown Kalamazoo.
This month’s theme, Knowledge, highlights how creative expression helps us better understand the world around us.
This November, the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo is teaming up with Ministry with Community to spread kindness by collecting clothing donations for individuals and families in need.
Come enjoy great art and make a meaningful difference in our community.
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How Can I Donate? What Items are being collected?
1 – SHOP: Purchase new warm outerwear/winter gear, new socks and new underwear.
2 – DROP OFF: Deliver your items to a participating Art Hop location starting Friday, November 7, 2025, from 5 PM to 8 PM.
Can’t make it to Art Hop? Collections run through November 30, 2025.
PS: Art Hop is a perfect family night out or date night. See art from 175+ participating artists: Paintings, ceramics, photography, writing, music, sculpture & more. Visit their website for artists and locations.
Donation Drop-Off Locations
Donation drop sites include many favorite Art Hop destinations.
Collections accepted at these 17 locations through November 30, 2025.
| Epic Center |
| Black Arts and Cultural Center |
| Kalamazoo Institute of Arts |
| Ladies Library |
| Crafted Copper |
| Cherri’s Chocol’Art |
| Vine Neighborhood Association |
| Kalamazoo Book Arts in Park Trades |
| Kalamazoo Climate Crisis Coalition |
| Starlite Collective in Park Trades |
| Sarkozy Bakery |
| KZOO Cream |
| Sit and Stay Winery |
| Colors and Cocktails |
| Uncle Buddy’s Toy Stash |
| Cavaleur Co in Park Trades |
| Outfront Kalamazoo |
Who is Ministry with Community?
Ministry with Community is a local nonprofit in Kalamazoo that helps people facing hardships.
They offer meals, clothing, showers, and other basic needs, along with support services for anyone who needs it.
It’s a safe, welcoming place for people facing homelessness, poverty, or crisis.
Celebrate Local Artists & Support Ministry with Community
Bring the family out for a free, walkable night of local art and community connection.
If you have donations, join the Arts Council of Greater Kalamazoo and Ministry with Community in spreading kindness by donating clothing to those in need at one of 17 local collection sites by November 30.
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