Park Kalamazoo Launches Weekly “Park. Shop. Win.” Giveaway

Published on April 24, 2026

Park Kalamazoo is inviting residents and visitors to park, shop, and win this summer with a new weekly promotion that rewards supporting local businesses.

Shoppers who spend $25 or more at any Downtown Kalamazoo business can enter for a chance to win $100 in Downtown Dollars, redeemable at participating downtown locations. One winner will be selected each week through September 5, 2026, giving the community multiple chances to win while enjoying everything downtown has to offer. The first winner will be drawn on Tuesday, April 28.

Downtown Dollars have long supported local spending, and this new promotion builds on that success by rewarding customers simply for shopping local. To learn more about Downtown Dollars and view a full list of participating businesses, visit www.kalamazoocity.org/downtowndollars.

To enter, shoppers simply need to spend $25 or more at any Downtown Kalamazoo business and submit their receipt online for a chance to win. Entries are accepted through Sunday at 11:59 p.m. each week, and one winner is selected every Tuesday to receive $100 in Downtown Dollars. Receipts must be dated within the previous promotion week.

Visiting downtown is easy and convenient, with a range of parking options designed to fit any visit. Shoppers can enjoy 90 minutes of free parking in both the Epic Center and Kalamazoo Mall ramps. Many on-street spaces are free, and paid parking zones offer affordable rates. It’s also fast and simple to pay using the ParkMobile app or at nearby payment kiosks, making it easy to park and start exploring.

From unique retail shops and restaurants to entertainment and cultural destinations, downtown Kalamazoo offers something for everyone. Each purchase supports local entrepreneurs, creates jobs, and contributes to a thriving city center. For more information and to enter, visit www.kalamazoocity.org/ParkShopWin.