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SPECIAL EVENTS!
Join us for one of our upcoming special events!
It’s time to celebrate a major milestone for Kalamazoo Game Show Experience, and we want YOU there for it!
Join us for our Grand Relocation Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, hosted in partnership with the Southwest Michigan First Chamber, as we officially open the doors to our brand new space right here in Kalamazoo. This isn’t just a ribbon cutting… it’s a full-on KGSE-style celebration!
We’ve grown, we’ve expanded, and we’re bringing even more energy, excitement, and unforgettable experiences to our new location. And what better way to kick things off than by celebrating with our amazing community!?
WHAT TO EXPECT:
✂️ Official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
Be there for the moment we make it official and celebrate this exciting new chapter alongside Southwest Michigan First and fellow local businesses.
🎮 FREE Game Play!
Jump into free single rounds of some of our most popular game show experiences! Whether you’re competitive, curious, or just want to try something new, this is your chance to step into the spotlight and see what KGSE is all about—no ticket required.
🥤 Refreshments & Light Bites
Enjoy complimentary refreshments while you mingle, explore, and take in the space.
🎉 Explore Our New Home
Take a look around, check out our upgraded setup, and get a feel for all the fun we’ve packed into our new location. Whether you’re planning a party, team event, or just a night out, you’ll get a firsthand look at what makes KGSE a one-of-a-kind experience.
🤝 Community + Connections
Meet the team behind KGSE, connect with members of the Chamber, and celebrate alongside fellow community members, families, and local business supporters.
This event is free to attend, open to the public, and perfect for all ages! So bring your friends, bring your family, and maybe bring a little competitive spirit too. 😉
Let’s cut the ribbon, celebrate a new beginning, and kick things off the only way we know how, with a game show! 🎤✨
relocation ribbon cutting ceremony
📅 Friday, May 1st, 2026
🕛 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
📍3635 E. Main St., Kalamazoo, MI 49048
The Do-Dah Parade is bringing the magic to downtown Kalamazoo this year with a Disney-themed celebration, and Kalamazoo Game Show Experience (KGSE) is joining the lineup!
We’ll be rolling through the streets with our very own themed float, adding a little game show flair to all the Disney fun you know and love. Think bright colors, playful energy, and just enough sparkle to keep things magical ✨
Come out, grab a spot along the parade route, and enjoy one of Kalamazoo’s most unique traditions, full of creativity, costumes, and community spirit. And when you see us go by, be sure to give us a big wave!
do-dah parade
📅 Saturday, June 6th, 2026
🕛 11:00 AM
📍Downtown Kalamazoo
Join us for RISK THE CASE, a high-stakes live game show experience!
You’ve seen the game… You’ve yelled at the screen… Now it’s time to see how you would do...
RISK THE CASE is a live game show experience where TWO contestants will be selected to participate in a live game with up to $2,000 in prizes!
HOW IT WORKS
One contestant at a time will face a series of 26 sealed cases, each hiding a mystery amount of dollars. They'll choose ONE of these twenty-six cases to be their "lucky case," which they believe contains the grand prize of $1,000. As the game unfolds, they’ll eliminate cases, reveal values, and be faced with increasingly tempting offers…
💥 Do you accept the banker's offer?
💥 Or risk it all and keep playing?
Every choice matters. Every case changes the game.
We'll choose contestants right before the show begins.
So, yes… you could be sitting there one minute…
…and on stage making a $1,000 decision the next.
The only question is: When the moment comes…
Will you play it safe… or Risk the Case? 💼
This event is an original live audience experience and is not affiliated with or endorsed by any television program. No purchase necessary to enter or be selected. To enter without purchasing a ticket, email info@kzoogameshow.com by June 26, 2026 at 5:00 PM, or arrive to the venue between 6:30-6:45 PM the day of the event. Selected participants must be 21+. Void where prohibited.
RISK THE CASE
📅 Friday, June 26th, 2026
🕛 7:00 - 8:30 PM
📍3635 E. Main St., Kalamazoo, MI 49048
This isn’t your typical networking night - it’s part showcase, part game show, and 100% community connection!
We’re giving 20 local small businesses the chance to take the stage and shine. Each presenter will have 3–5 minutes to share who they are, what they offer, and what makes them unique. No slides required — just your story and your passion!
After the presentations, we’ll turn what we learned into a live interactive game show where everyone gets to play, laugh, and test their memory of the local brands in the room.
WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR:
Small Businesses & Entrepreneurs:
Apply for one of our 20 presentation slots and introduce your business to a new audience in a fun, unforgettable way.
Larger Businesses & Organizations:
We invite you to spectate our presenters and compete in the game show at the end! Come discover the amazing local talent and services around you, and find ways to collaborate or source locally.
This is your chance to make real connections that strengthen our small business community!!
EVENT FLOW:
7:00-7:30: Mingle & Network - Grab a snack, meet new faces, swap business cards.
7:30 - 8:30: Presentations - 20 local small businesses share their story (3–5 minutes each).
8:30-9:00: The Game Show - I’ll take everything we learned and turn it into a 30-minute live game show experience about our local businesses!
The winner of the show will win the grand prize!
Pitch, play, promote
📅 Wednesday, August 19th, 2026
🕛 7:00 - 9:00 PM
📍3635 E. Main St., Kalamazoo, MI 49048
Kalamazoo Game Show Experience is an independently owned and operated entertainment company. We are not affiliated with, endorsed by, or associated in any way with Game Show Network, Fremantle Media, Sony Pictures Television, NBC, ABC, CBS, or any other television network or production agency.
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