Waldo Stadium
Kalamazoo, MI
1903 West Michigan Avenue 49008
VENUE GUIDE
Waldo Stadium
Plan more than your event at Waldo Stadium. Jump to our Your Opening Act or Your Encore lower on this same venue page.
Tickets & Events
Upcoming games, concerts, shows & live events
Before & After
Venue Details
STAY NEAR THE ACTION
Stay Near Waldo Stadium
Make the event easier by staying close to Waldo Stadium and the surrounding Kalamazoo area. Compare nearby options for the night before, the night of, or after your event.
The Kalamazoo House Downtown Hotel & Suites
0.7 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.9 (403 reviews)
Hilton Garden Inn Kalamazoo Downtown
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.2 (528 reviews)
Home2 Suites by Hilton Kalamazoo Downtown
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.0 (260 reviews)
Radisson Plaza Hotel at Kalamazoo Center
1.0 mi from the venue • Google rating 4.4 (3,754 reviews)
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VENUE & SURROUNDING AREA
About Waldo Stadium & the Area
Waldo Stadium is an event venue in Kalamazoo, MI. Use this venue guide to plan where to stay, what to do before and after the event, and how the venue connects with the surrounding event destination.
BEFORE THE EVENT
Your Opening Act
Ideas near Waldo Stadium for late morning, lunch, the afternoon and the hours leading up to your event.
Restaurants
Jimmy John's
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Waldo Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (179 reviews)
University Roadhouse
0.2 mi from the venue
Food within easy reach of Waldo Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,865 reviews)
Waldo's Campus Tavern
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (52 reviews)
Ayasofya Turkish Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (366 reviews)
O'Duffy's Pub
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite before heading to Waldo Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (487 reviews)
Cosmo's Cucina & O'Duffy's Pub
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a pre-event meal.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (302 reviews)
Eye-Openers & Cocktails
Papa Pete's
0.9 mi from the venue
A convenient drinks stop near the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (662 reviews)
Zero: Non-Alcoholic Bar
1.0 mi from the venue
Start the event day with a nearby drinks stop.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
Coffee & Cafes
Fourth Coast Cafe and Bakery
0.6 mi from the venue
Coffee near Waldo Stadium for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (775 reviews)
Bagel Beanery
0.6 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (389 reviews)
Nina's Cafe
0.8 mi from the venue
A nearby coffee stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.5 (615 reviews)
Factory Coffee - Downtown
0.9 mi from the venue
Grab coffee before heading to the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (245 reviews)
Museums
Air Zoo Flight Discovery Center
4.6 mi from the venue
Spend part of the day exploring before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.9 (577 reviews)
Galesburg (MI) Historical Society
9.6 mi from the venue
A nearby daytime option before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (22 reviews)
Attractions
Kalamazoo Institute of Arts
0.7 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (701 reviews)
Bronson Park
0.9 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (2,209 reviews)
Combat Ready Art
1.0 mi from the venue
Add this nearby stop to your pre-event plans.
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (146 reviews)
Kalamazoo Valley Museum
1.0 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Waldo Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (1,224 reviews)
Kleinstuck Preserve & Nature Trail
1.0 mi from the venue
Explore this attraction before heading to Waldo Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.8 (170 reviews)
Kalamazoo Downtown Partnership
1.1 mi from the venue
A nearby option for the hours before the event.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (135 reviews)
Shopping
Mall Plaza
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (519 reviews)
North Kalamazoo Mall
1.0 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (319 reviews)
Stadium Shoppes
1.7 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Waldo Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.2 (484 reviews)
Oakwood Plaza
1.8 mi from the venue
Browse nearby shops before heading to Waldo Stadium.
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (274 reviews)
Maple Hill Pavilion
2.7 mi from the venue
Shop nearby before heading to the venue.
Google Maps rating: 4.1 (2,868 reviews)
Westnedge Corners Mall
2.8 mi from the venue
A nearby shopping stop for your event day.
Google Maps rating: 4.3 (418 reviews)
AFTER THE EVENT
Your Encore
Evening and post-event options near Waldo Stadium. Hours can vary by day, so confirm current hours for your event date.
Restaurants
Jimmy John's
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 3.7 (179 reviews)
University Roadhouse
0.2 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Waldo Stadium.
Today: 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (1,865 reviews)
Waldo's Campus Tavern
0.2 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 3.9 (52 reviews)
Ayasofya Turkish Restaurant
0.3 mi from the venue
Food near Waldo Stadium for after the show or game.
Today: 1:00 – 10:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.7 (366 reviews)
O'Duffy's Pub
0.4 mi from the venue
A nearby option for a post-event meal.
Today: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (487 reviews)
Cosmo's Cucina & O'Duffy's Pub
0.4 mi from the venue
Grab a bite after the event at Waldo Stadium.
Today: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Google Maps rating: 4.6 (302 reviews)
Bars & Nightlife
Papa Pete's
0.9 mi from the venue
Keep the night going after the event.
Today: 4:00 PM – 2:00 AM
Google Maps rating: 4.4 (662 reviews)
Zero: Non-Alcoholic Bar
1.0 mi from the venue
Drinks near Waldo Stadium after the show or game.
Today: Closed
Google Maps rating: 5.0 (16 reviews)
Getting to Waldo Stadium
Parking
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Rideshare
Uber, Lyft and local taxi service are common transportation options for visitors to Waldo Stadium in Kalamazoo, MI. Event-day pickup and drop-off restrictions may apply, so check your rideshare app for the current designated location and instructions.
Transit
Regional Transit • Metro serves Kalamazoo, MI. Check the agency for current routes, schedules and event-day service near Waldo Stadium.
Valet
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Parking & Event-Day Details
PARKING PRICES
Rates Can Change by Event
Waldo Stadium hosts major game-day and event traffic. Official lots, prepaid passes, opening times, ADA parking and road restrictions can vary by team, opponent or event. Check the venue's official event guide and your ticket/parking instructions before arrival.
TAILGATING
Not Verified
Tailgating, grilling, alcohol and parking-lot gathering rules at Waldo Stadium have not been venue-verified. Policies can differ by team and event. Check the venue's official event-day rules before arrival.
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