Events calendar

Feb 13, 2026

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Winter Gala Dance Concert

The annual Winter Gala Dance Concert is the highlight of the year, featuring a broad variety of work by faculty and guest choreographers, performed by WMU’s talented dance students in a full-stage…
Date: Friday, Feb. 13
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Shaw Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 14, 2026

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Winter Gala Dance Concert

The annual Winter Gala Dance Concert is the highlight of the year, featuring a broad variety of work by faculty and guest choreographers, performed by WMU’s talented dance students in a full-stage…
Date: Saturday, Feb. 14
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Shaw Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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WMU Theatre Presents The Coast Starlight

WMU Theatre presents The Coast Starlight: One morning, a young man boards the Coast Starlight, the long-distance train that runs from Los Angeles to Seattle. He’s got a secret that can land him in…
Date: Saturday, Feb. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Text that reads "WMU Dance 25-26 Season" with a orange and purple swirled graphic background.

Winter Gala Dance Concert

The annual Winter Gala Dance Concert is the highlight of the year, featuring a broad variety of work by faculty and guest choreographers, performed by WMU’s talented dance students in a full-stage…
Date: Saturday, Feb. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.
Location:
Shaw Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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Choral Showcase: Tenor and Bass

A showcase of the low voices of the WMU choral program.Amanda Quist and Jacob Berglin, Conductors.
Date: Saturday, Feb. 14
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 15, 2026

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WMU Theatre Presents The Coast Starlight

WMU Theatre presents The Coast Starlight: One morning, a young man boards the Coast Starlight, the long-distance train that runs from Los Angeles to Seattle. He’s got a secret that can land him in…
Date: Sunday, Feb. 15
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
York Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Text that reads "WMU Dance 25-26 Season" with a orange and purple swirled graphic background.

Winter Gala Dance Concert

The annual Winter Gala Dance Concert is the highlight of the year, featuring a broad variety of work by faculty and guest choreographers, performed by WMU’s talented dance students in a full-stage…
Date: Sunday, Feb. 15
Time: 2 to 4 p.m.
Location:
Shaw Theatre, Gilmore Theatre Complex
1351 Theatre Dr
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
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University Symphony Orchestra

Under conductor Bruce Uchimura, the University Symphony performs orchestral masterworks, features internationally recognized and WMU faculty soloists, and collaborates with the WMU Grand Chorus and…
Date: Sunday, Feb. 15
Time: 7 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 17, 2026

Western Winds on the Dalton Center stage.

Western Winds

The Western Winds at Western Michigan University consists primarily of students in the graduate winds program and their studio faculty mentors. This ensemble performs a wide variety of large chamber…
Date: Tuesday, Feb. 17
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 19, 2026

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Guest Artist Recital: Carla Trynchuk, Violin

Violinist Carla Trynchuk has performed as soloist with orchestras across North America and Europe, including the Calgary Philharmonic in Canada, and the Banatul and Iasi Philharmonic Orchestras. She…
Date: Thursday, Feb. 19
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 20, 2026

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Guest Artist Recital: Jihye Chang, Piano

Dr. Jihye Chang Sung enjoys a diverse career as a soloist, collaborator, educator, scholar, and advocate for new music in the United States and abroad. Her performances focus on the creative process…
Date: Friday, Feb. 20
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 22, 2026

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University Bands

A showcase of WMU bands, including the University Wind Symphony, University Symphonic Band, and the University Concert Band. Scott Boerma, Trey Harris, and Mary Land, Conductors.
Date: Sunday, Feb. 22
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 27, 2026

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Ebony Vision – Student Dance Concert

An inspired student-produced concert from student organization Ebony Vision, showcasing choreography and performance that centers creative voices and experiences of students of color.
Date: Friday, Feb. 27
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Bad Witch

GOOD WITCH BAD WITCH THE BROADWAY WITCHES

A concert of Diva Showstoppers featuring a Glinda and Elphaba from the Broadway company of WICKED, GOOD WITCH/BAD WITCH has been thrilling audiences coast to coast with their stunning…
Date: Friday, Feb. 27
Time: 7:30 to 9:45 p.m.
Location:
Miller Auditorium
1341 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Feb 28, 2026

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Ebony Vision – Student Dance Concert

An inspired student-produced concert from student organization Ebony Vision, showcasing choreography and performance that centers creative voices and experiences of students of color.
Date: Saturday, Feb. 28
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US
Text that reads "WMU Dance 25-26 Season" with a orange and purple swirled graphic background.

Ebony Vision – Student Dance Concert

An inspired student-produced concert from student organization Ebony Vision, showcasing choreography and performance that centers creative voices and experiences of students of color.
Date: Saturday, Feb. 28
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Mar 1, 2026

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Ebony Vision – Student Dance Concert

An inspired student-produced concert from student organization Ebony Vision, showcasing choreography and performance that centers creative voices and experiences of students of color.
Date: Sunday, Mar. 1
Time: 2 to 3:30 p.m.
Location:
Dance Studio B, Dalton Center
1300 Theatre Dr.
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Mar 6, 2026

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Spirit Day

No classes. University is open regular business hours.
Date: Friday, Mar. 6
Time: All day

Mar 7, 2026

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John Stites Western Jazz Festival: University Jazz Orchestra with Geoffrey Keezer, Piano.

The finale concert of the John Stites Western Jazz Festival, featuring the University Jazz Orchestra with guest artist Geoffrey Keezer, piano. 
Date: Saturday, Mar. 7
Time: 7:30 to 9 p.m.
Location:
Recital Hall Dalton Center
Kalamazoo, MI 49008 US

Mar 9, 2026

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Spring recess

No classes. University is open.
Date: Monday, Mar. 9
Time: All day