If history were taught in the form of stories, it would never be forgotten.


– Rudyard Kipling

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Kalamazoo Living History Show 2025

March 15 @ 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

$9.00 – $13.00

More than 10,000 historical re-enactors, history enthusiasts, collectors and the general public from the United States and Canada are expected to attend the 49th annual Kalamazoo Living History Show.

The juried, nationally recognized show is scheduled for Saturday and Sunday, March 15-16, 2025, at the Kalamazoo County Expo Center, Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds, 2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo, Michigan. The show attracts over 200 of the finest artisans and vendors of pre-1890 living history supplies and related crafts from throughout the United States and Canada. Other highlights include historical programming, free children’s activities, Native American cultural programs, and artisans who demonstrate crafts.

The Kalamazoo Living History Show is open to the general public Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is $9.00 for a single day adult pass; $13.00 for a weekend adult pass. Children 12 years of age and under admitted free when accompanied by a parent.

People interested in being a new vendor may contact us at [email protected], 765.201.5019.

Kalamazoo County Expo Center

2900 Lake Street
Kalamazoo, MI 49408 United States