Kalamazoo Rally
GUEST INVITATION & ARRIVAL INSTRUCTIONS
Rally with Vice President Kamala Harris & First Lady Michelle Obama
Wings Event Center
3600 Vanrick Dr, Kalamazoo, MI 49001
Saturday, October 26th, 2024
We are excited to welcome you to attend a rally with Vice President Kamala Harris on October 26th in Kalamazoo, Michigan! Here’s everything you need to know:
Please be advised, we anticipate a large attendance at this event.
Those arriving late may not be guaranteed entry.
This invitation is non-transferable and is intended for the recipient of the invitation only. Due to security requirements, only confirmed RSVPs will be granted access to the event and a matching government-issued photo ID will be verified against the RSVP list by name to enter.
Event timing: Doors open at 12:30 PM. Please arrive no later than 2:30 PM as we may not be able to accommodate entry after this time.
Location: The event will be held at the Wings Event Center
Check-In: Upon arrival to the event site, make your way to the check-in table labeled GENERAL ADMISSION. Please be ready to show an official government ID that matches the name on the RSVP list and these arrival instructions (please have arrival instructions printed or on your phone).
Parking: Please be advised parking will not be available onsite at the Wings Event Center. Parking near the Wings Event Center is extremely limited.
Off-site parking and shuttle service is available at the Crossroads Mall (6780 S Westnedge Ave, Portage, MI 49024). Please park in the Sears lot, where shuttles will be picking up guests and transporting them to the Wings Event Center. Accessible parking is available on-site in the main parking lot. Refer to the map below for details.
*Please plan to arrive much earlier than doors open time. Be sure to account for the time needed to shuttle from the parking area, as there may also be extended wait times outside. We highly recommend arriving early.
Rideshare is HIGHLY encouraged!
Rideshare: Please plan to be dropped off at the area on the map below through the first gate of the venue on your right when heading southbound Vanrick road.
Attire: Suggested attire is casual with comfortable shoes, and campaign gear is always encouraged! Temperatures will be high and you may be standing for long periods of time. Please dress accordingly.
Accessibility: This event is fully accessible. Accessible parking is available on-site at the Wings Event Center on a first come, first served basis. Please have your ADA placard visible. Please refer to the map below for designated accessible parking.
- For specific accessibility needs or questions, please contact: [email protected]
Security: All guests will pass through an airport-like screening checkpoint operated by the United States Secret Service before entering the event site. While small bags are allowed, entry may be expedited for those without bags. The following items are prohibited and will be confiscated before entry:
- No bags larger than a clutch – please leave all big bags at home or in your vehicle. Diaper bags are exempt.
- No liquids of any quantity, aerosols, or gels. Medical items are exempt.
- No reusable water bottles (full or empty). Feel free to bring disposable bottles of water, gatorade, or similar that can be discarded prior to entry.
- No outside posters or signs, of any size.
- No umbrellas, of any size.
- No vape pens or lighters.
- No knives, firearms, weapons, or otherwise dangerous objects.
- No lawn chairs, non-service animals, bicycles, balloons, drones, laser pointers, packages, selfie sticks, structures, toy guns, or recreational mobility devices.
- Any other item deemed hazardous by the United States Secret Service.
Questions: For any questions about the event, please contact: [email protected]
GA PARKING + SHUTTLE PICK UP:
ADA PARKING + RIDESHARE DROP OFF: