Admission is CASH ONLY
Vendors may accept debit/credit cards, but admission to the show is CASH ONLY.
There is an ATM at the Main Expo Entrance, but having cash at the door keeps the lines moving. If the ATM is needed, you will need to enter from the Main Expo Entrance
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 largest, nationally recognized, juried show in the Midwest devoted to pre-1890 original or reproduction living history supplies, accouterments and related crafts. More than 10,000 historical re-enactors from pre-Revolutionary through the Civil War, history buffs, collectors, and the general public from 18 states and Canada come together for a festive weekend to buy, sell and trade. The event attracts over 270 of the finest craftspeople and dealers of living history supplies and related crafts from throughout the United States.
The show attracts many 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 children’s activities, Native American cultural programs, and artisans who will demonstrate their crafts.
The Kalamazoo Living History Show was created in 1976 to bring history alive and entertain as well as expose the general public to some of the most fascinating times in our history. Each year the focus of the show changes allowing various historical reenactment groups, organizations and individuals, dressed in period clothing, the opportunity to host the show and share their knowledge and enthusiasm of history with all of us.
50th Kalamazoo Living History Show™
March 21-22, 2026
The Kalamazoo Living History Show™ is open to the general public
Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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 are admitted free when accompanied by a parent.
Admission is CASH ONLY.
Contact Information
For information about the Kalamazoo Living History Show™, contact Ethan Yazel at kalamazoolivinghistoryshow@gmail.com
March 21-22, 2026
Saturday 9-5
Sunday 9-4
ADMISSION AT THE DOOR IS CASH ONLY:
Single Day - $9.00
Weekend Pass - $13.00
Children 12 and Under Admitted Free When Accompanied By An Adult
Kalamazoo County Expo Center
Kalamazoo County Fairgrounds
2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo Mi.
I-94, Exit 80, North
WE WELCOME
Dealers • Collectors • Educators • History Buffs
Historical Reenactors • Related Crafts Persons
Interior Decorators • General Public
Persons Attending Show In Pre-1890 Clothing Will Be Eligible For Door Prize
The Kalamazoo Living History Show was created in 1976 to bring history alive and entertain as well as expose the general public to some of the most fascinating times in our history. Each year the focus of the show changes allowing various historical reenactment groups, organizations and individuals, dressed in period clothing, the opportunity to host the show and share their knowledge and enthusiasm of history with all of us.
About
Future Show Dates
March 21-22, 2026
March 20-21, 2027
March 18-19, 2028
Location
Kalamazoo County Expo Center
Kalamazoo County Fair Ground
2900 Lake Street, Kalamazoo Mi.
I-94, Exit 80, North
Admission
Single Day - $9.00
Weekend Pass - $13.00
Children 12 and Under Admitted Free When Accompanied By An Adult
Owners
Ethan Yazel
Paisley Yazel