Kellogg Arena

MHSAA Volleyball Semi-Finals and Finals 2025
2025-11-20 08:00 - 2025-11-22 20:00 (America/New_York) | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
🏐 The Kellogg Arena is proud to welcome back the MHSAA Volleyball Semi Finals and Finals! 🏐
November 20-22, 2025
For ticketing and event times, visit: Volleyball | Michigan High School Athletic Association (mhsaa.com)
Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. ramp.
🚫 NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE PERMITTED IN THE ARENA. Concessions available on-site.

Trap N' Skate
2025-12-05 19:30 - 23:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Excel Media Presents: Trap N’ Skate at Kellogg Arena!
In partnership with Casamigos — this is the Adult Skate Night the city’s been waiting on.

Hip Hop + R&B & Drinks all night
Sounds by DJ Sic Musiq Anthony Marcel

Friday, Dec 5th, 2025
Doors open 7:30pm–11pm
Kellogg Arena
🍺 Ages 21+ (Valid ID Required. No photos/screenshots or paper ID’s accepted.)

$10 Ticket Entry
🛼 $12 Skate Rental or Bring Your Own (limited rentals available) provided by Good Vibez Mobile Roller Skating LLC

A portion of proceeds will be donated to the Justice E. Bowser II Justice Center.

✨ Pull up, vibe out, and roll with us — the floor is waiting. 🛼🔥
🎟️ Skip the line. Purchase your mobile tickets online now!
🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave ramp for $5

Battle Creek Winter Wanderland 2025
2025-12-06 14:00 - 20:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
❄️ Winter Wanderland returns to Downtown Battle Creek! ❄️
Winter Wanderland is a collection of holiday events happening in and around Battle Creek. Join in celebrating this magical time of year and wander all around our beautiful city to get into the holiday spirit. Special events happening December 6, 2025 from 2-8pm.
Event Highlights:
🎄Holiday Market
DoubleTree by Hilton Atrium
Saturday, December 6: 2-8 pm
🎨 Artisans and Makers: Browse handmade crafts by local vendors. Vendor spaces are full.
Event activities include:

Santa Meet & Greet
The Grinch Meet & Greet
Cookie Decorating
Chiropractic adjustments & massages

🐎 Horse Drawn Wagon Rides

Festival Market Square
Saturday, December 6: 3-8 pm
Dash through the snow in a one horse open sleigh around downtown Battle Creek. Rides are free of charge. Wagon rides will ONLY operate out of Festival Market Square. Click here to see the wagon ride route.
Rides will be available from 5-8 pm. Wagons can hold 12-14 people and will be running continuously every 25 minutes. Horse drawn wagon rides provided by Twinn Pines Carriages.
ALL WAGON RIDES ARE FIRST COME FIRST SERVE. BE SURE TO GET THERE EARLY TO SECURE YOUR BOARDING PASS TICKET.

🚃 Mini Polar Express Train Rides
Festival Market Square
Saturday, December 6: 2-8 pm
All aboard! Enjoy a free magical ride around holiday themed track in Festival Market Square!
🎟️ Winter Wanderland events are FREE for all ages!
Bring your holiday spirit and join us for a memorable celebration at Battle Creek Winter Wanderland! 🌟

Holiday Food and Toy Distribution 2025
2025-12-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
🎄 Join us for the annual Holiday Food & Toy Distribution at the Kellogg Arena this holiday season! 🎄
This event is open to the community. First come, first serve, while supplies last.
Please bring an ID (birth certificate or school records) and date(s) of birth for any minor children in the household for the toys. Toys are collected locally. They are unwrapped, so clients can select the toys their children would like – on a first come, first served basis.
🍗 Guests will also receive a box with the items to make their own holiday meal, including a turkey, milk, stuffing, etc.
Where:
Kellogg Arena
When:
Thursday, December 11, 2025
12pm-3pm; Doors open at 12pm
Tickets:
FREE, no ticket necessary

CANCELED - 11th Annual Jingle in the Creek - USA Wrestling
2025-12-13 08:30 - 18:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED

CANCELED - 2025 Michigan USA Wrestling - Holiday Youth Club Duals
2025-12-14 08:30 - 16:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED

Jingle Bell Laughs 2025
2025-12-19 20:00 - 23:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
🎄Get ready to laugh loud this holiday season at Jingle Bell Laughs—a one-night comedy blowout starring Ron Taylor, as seen on BET’s Apollo Live, Fox’s Laughs, All Def-Digital, and handpicked by Bill Burr for Comedy Central’s The Ringers. Featuring Blain Hill, Kevin Johnson, Ree Ledbetter, and Patty Rooney, and hosted by Comedy Central’s own Mike Geeter, this all-star lineup hits the stage at Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek on Friday, December 19 at 8PM. Don’t miss your chance to catch the hottest holiday comedy event in Michigan.
Headliner: Ron Taylor
Openers: Blain Hill, Kevin Johnson, Ree Ledbetter, Patty Rooney

Host: Mike Geeter

🎟️ Purchase tickets HERE
VIP: $38 (includes preferential table seating, private bar and meet & greet with performers.)
GA HOLIDAY SPECIAL: BOGO FREE ($13 each)

Guests must be 18 years or older to purchase. Minors under 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult.
🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Parking Structure for $5

Thank you to our community partner, Kellogg Community Credit Union, for helping to make this event a success!

RON TAYLOR – Ron Taylor is a stand-up comedian, writer, and actor from Detroit, now based in Los Angeles. He was just cast as a series regular on Freeform’s comedy series, NONE OF THE ABOVE. In 2018, he was selected as a New Face at the Just for Laughs Festival in Montreal, and in 2017, he performed at the festival as part of Kevin Hart’s talent showcase LOL LIVE. Ron has appeared on B.E.T’s “Apollo Live,” Fox TV’s “Laughs,” and various viral videos on the All Def-Digital network. He was chosen by Bill Burr to perform on Comedy Central’s stand-up series, The Ringers.Ron performs at festivals and clubs worldwide, including hosting Blake Griffin’s Charity Comedy Show in Los Angeles and Russell Westbrook’s Charity Comedy show in Oklahoma City. He’s a paid regular at the famous Comedy Store in Hollywood. Most recently, he appeared in the FX series “Oh Jerome, No,” directed by Alex Karpovsky, and will feature in Yassir Lester’s upcoming film THE GUTTER.
YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/O5jku2WIWHM

BLAIN HILL – Blain Hill is a comedian, writer, and podcaster from Detroit, Michigan. A mainstay of the Detroit comedy scene for more than a decade, Blain has entertained audiences all across the country with his sharp, original writing and deadpan delivery. Blain is a regular performer at Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, the Ann Arbor Comedy Showcase, and The Detroit House Of Comedy and has shared the stage with greats like Barry Crimmins, Jimmy Pardo, and Sam Morril.
KEVIN JOHNSON – Kevin Johnson is a native Detroiter who uses his urban upbringing to express his unique prospective on the world and everything in it. For the last 11 years he has enjoyed traveling coast to coast spreading smiles to audiences. From dating to work life he finds a hilarious way to tell stories using wit and physical comedy. Whether right or wrong he will entertain you with his views…just one man’s opinion.
REE LEDBETTER – Comedian Ree Ledbetter has been entertaining audiences at venues across the Midwest and Canada, such as Mark Ridley’s Comedy Castle, The Windsor Comedy Club, The Laugh Factory Chicago, and every dive bar in between. With her unique life experiences, lighthearted self-deprecation, and likable energetic presence, she has become a fan favorite wherever she performs.
PATTY ROONEY – Patty Rooney is a Metro Detroit comedian, improviser, writer, and filmmaker. Her sketch comedy videos have been featured on WhoHaHa. When she’s not performing stand-up, she’s improvising with her troupe, Big Fun Social for their monthly sold-out show “Big Fun Murder” at Go Comedy. You can catch her doing standup around the Midwest, most recently at the Detroit Women of Comedy Festival.

AND, YOUR HOST, MIKE GEETER – Mike is a unique comedian who hails from Pontiac, MI. Despite being a dropout from an Ivy League, he is a proud graduate of a community college. His humor is an insightful take on current events, family, and relationships. Growing up in a family with 17 siblings and being a father himself, Mike’s comedy is a blend of sharp wit and a smooth delivery. He has performed at some of the most prestigious comedy venues in the U.S. and Canada and has had the opportunity to work with Kevin Hart, Tom Papa, Maria Bamford, Hannibal Burress, Natasha Leggero, Jim Norton, and Rickey Smiley, among others.
For more than a dozen years, Mike has been a versatile artist who has been featured on Fox Television and Hulu’s comedy showcase “Laughs,” and on the Detroit episode of “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart Of The City 2” on Comedy Central. He has also moderated and hosted at national conferences, played Santa in a national OnStar commercial, and portrayed a casino bartender in a regional commercial. Additionally, he delivered a TEDTalk in October 2022 and can now be heard on SiriusXM on Kevin Hart’s LOL Radio. Mike’s company, SamRose Entertainment, produces comedy events around Michigan, including the Traverse City Comedy Festival!
Mike’s first full-length comedy CD, “The Charm Offensive,” is available on all digital platforms. His new “Put It On Tape: Detroit” mini-special can be seen on YouTube.

Winter Jam 2025 – Best of Both Worlds
2025-12-20 19:00 - 22:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Get ready for one of Michigan’s biggest nights of music and culture!
Winter Jam 2025 – Best of Both Worlds Edition brings Skilla Baby × Jacquees together on one stage for an unforgettable concert celebrating unity, arts, and culture through music. Hosted by comedian Jack Funny, with special guest Gloss Up. 🔥
Presented by R.I.S.E. Entertainment & E Baller Touring, this event uses entertainment as a powerful tool for community connection, cultural pride, and positive expression — highlighting Battle Creek’s growing influence in the Midwest music scene.
This concert is also part of R.I.S.E.’s broader mission to uplift and empower African-American communities through arts and entertainment, using music as a form of violence intervention, cultural restoration, and healing.
Experience explosive performances, local talent, and pure energy as hip-hop and R&B collide in
this Best of Both Worlds experience.
📍 Kellogg Arena | Battle Creek, MI📅 Saturday, December 20, 2025⏰ Doors open at 6:00 PM | Show starts at 7:00 PM
🎟️ Tickets available online now!

General Admission (Balcony/Upper Level): $30.00
Balcony Deal: 2 for $50 or Buy 3, Get 1 Free
• Lower Bowl / Floor GA: $60.00
• VIP: SOLD OUT
• Backstage Passes: Contact Damon Brown at Leadership@risecorp.org or (269)
358-9466

Sponsorship info:
(269) 358-9466 or (810) 347-3201, or dbrown42178@gmail.com
In-person box office purchases are by appointment only. Please call (269) 788-1101 to schedule an appointment. Box office hours are 9am-3pm, Mon-Fri.

🚫 There will be NO re-entry for this event.
🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Parking Structure for $8
🚫 NO OUTSIDE FOOD/BEVERAGE OR WEAPONS PERMITTED IN THE KELLOGG ARENA. 🚫
👜 Kellogg Arena Bag Policy
For the safety and security of all guests, Kellogg Arena enforces the following bag policy:

Bags may be no larger than 4.5” x 6.5”.

All bags are subject to search upon entry.

Guests are encouraged to leave bags at home whenever possible to expedite the entry process. Thank you for your cooperation.
💰 ATM: The nearest ATM to Kellogg Arena is Kellogg Community Credit Union (35 Jackson St W). Guests can cross through Festival Market Square and access ATM through the Jackson St. parking lot.

NHBP NYE Sobriety Pow Wow
2025-12-31 16:00 - 2026-01-01 01:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Mark your calendars now for the upcoming New Year’s Eve Sobriety Pow Wow as we celebrate the endurance of our People! We look forward to celebrating and honoring sobriety in our Community, one step at a time. This event is FREE admission and open to the public!

Schedule

11:00 AM | Vendor Set Up
4:00 PM | First Grand Entry
7:00-9:00 PM | Intermission
9:00 PM | Pow Wow Resumes

Sobriety Recognition
Midnight Countdown
Non-Alcoholic Champagne Toast

All vendors and participants must have Tribal IDs. Spectators are the only group not required to have one.

Dancers & Drummers are required to register in person upon arrival.

Interested in becoming a vendor? Register HERE.

Please note that if you are selected as a vendor, we will contact you with confirmation. If you do not receive confirmation, do not plan to attend the Pow Wow as a vendor. We still welcome your attendance as a Dancer, Drummer or just a spectator.

For vendor information, please contact Jenniffer Wethington at 269.704.8435 or jenniffer.wethington@nhbp-nsn.gov

For general information, please contact Onyleen Zapata at 269.406.1524 or onyleen.zapata@nhbp-nsn.gov

Next Level Gymnastics Podium Challenge 2026
2026-01-09 08:00 - 2026-01-11 17:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
This new, one-of-a-kind event takes place on an elevated podium and is an experience your athletes will never forget.
The Next Level Podium Challenge takes places at the Kellogg Arena in Battle Creek, MI on January 9-11, 2026!
This year’s event will include the College Showcase, featuring athletes from Western Michigan University, George Washington University, Illinois State University, and University of Pittsburgh.
🎟️ ADMISSIONS: Tickets are available at the door day of event.
ADULTS (18-59 YRS): $25.00, SENIORS (60+): $20.00, MILITARY (w/ ID): $20.00
STUDENTS (5-17): $15.00 CHILDREN UNDER 5: FREE
NEXT LEVEL PODIUM CHALLENGE ATHLETES ATTEND FREE
🅿️ Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. Ramp for $8
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Click HERE for event information and schedule.
Event Contact:
CINDY SCHARNS – EVENT HOST
CSCHARNS.BRANCHGYM@GMAIL.COM
PHONE: (269) 963 – 4770

Football Association Conference 2026
2026-01-15 08:00 - 2026-01-17 17:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Private event. Visit https://www.mhsfca.com/events/2026-mhsfca-winners-circle-coaches-clinic/ for registration information.
HOTEL INFORMATION
Courtyard by Marriott Battle Creek
12891 Harper Village Dr, Battle Creek, MI 49014
(269) 979-2900
Book Group Rate Here – Courtyard by Marriot Battle Creek

Fairfield Inn Battle Creek
4665 Beckley Road Battle Creek, Michigan, USA, 49015
Book Group Rate Here – Fairfield Inn

DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek
50 Capital Ave., Battle Creek, MI 49017
Book Group Rate Here – DoubleTree Downtown

Residence Inn
13334 6.5 Mile Rd. Battle Creek, Michigan, USA, 49014
Book Group Rate Here – Residence Inn
SHUTTLE INFORMATION
1/15/26 – Pick up report time: 14:45 @ Fairfield,

shuttle from 15:00 – 18:40 then shuttle.

Depart Fairfield @ 15:00, 16:00, 17:00, 18:00
Depart Courtyard @ 15:15, 16:15, 17:15, 18:15
Depart Residence @ 15:25, 16:25, 17:25, 18:25
Arrive @ Double Tree @ 15:40, 16:40, 17:40, 18:40

Reverse Route

Then @ 19:30 start @ Double Tree and shuttle from
19:30-23:00

Depart Double Tree @ 19:30, 20:30, 21:30, 22:30, last trip 23:30
Arrive Fairfield @ 19:45, 20:45, 21:45, 22:45, 23:45
Arrive Courtyard @ 20:00, 21:00, 22:00, 23:00, 00:00
Arrive Residence @ 20:10, 21:10, 22:10, 23:10, 00:10

1/16/26 – Pick up report time: 07:45 @ Fairfield,
shuttle from 08:00-10:40, 12:00-15:40, 18.30-00:15

Depart Fairfield @ 08:00, 09:00, 10:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00,
16:05
Depart Courtyard @ 08:15, 09:15, 10:15, 12:15, 13:15, 14:15, 15:15,
16:20
Depart Residence @ 08:25, 09:25, 10:25, 12:25, 13:25, 14:25, 15:25
15:25, 16:30
Arrive @ Double Tree @ 08:40, 09:40, 10:40, 12:40, 13:40, 14:40,
15:40,

Reverse Route

Then @ 18:30 start @ Double Tree and shuttle from
18:30-00:15

Depart Double Tree @ 18:30, 19:30, 20:30, 21:30, 22:30, 23:30 last
trip @ 00:15-00:30 (Will depart when full.)

Arrive Fairfield @ 18:30, 19:45, 20:45, 21:45, 22:45, 23:45, 00:30
Arrive Courtyard @ 19:00, 20:00, 21:00, 22:00, 23:00, 00:00, 00:45
Arrive Residence @ 19:10, 20:10, 21:10, 22:10, 23:10, 00:10, 00:55

* @ Double Tree drop pick up & drop off @ main entrance *

See map – https://maps.app.goo.gl/g9sQXYUaGXLAn2we9

If there is no one at the pick up’s for going portion of the trips
the driver will go to next scheduled pick up. If nobody is at any
of pick ups, shuttle will go to Double Tree in case people
want to go back to hotels.

For return trips, if nobody is at the Double Tree to depart
at scheduled time the driver will pull off and come back at
next scheduled departure time. The driver won’t run empty for
return trips.

2026 MLK People's Belonging Ball
2026-01-19 12:00 - 20:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
2026 MLK People’s Belonging Ball
Join us in 2026 for the MLK People’s Belonging Ball—a night of unity, fun, and celebration!
Monday, January 19, 2026 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM Kellogg Arena | 1 McCamly Square. Battle Creek, MI 49017

Get ready to celebrate at The 2026 MLK People’s Belonging Ball! This in-person event is all about community, joy, and togetherness. Join us for an unforgettable night where everyone belongs. Come connect, dance, and make memories with amazing people. Don’t miss out on the fun and positive vibes – it’s the place to be!
Schedule of Events:
🕑: 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Soul Food Competition
🕑: 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Business Expo

🕑: 5:30 PM – 6:00 PM
Social Hour
🕑: 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Dinner and Entertainment
🕑: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Dancing

Contact lesterej@eejc.org for event information.

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VENDORS — NO FEE TO PARTICIPATE Reserve your booth with Kia Whitlock (269) 456-1127 | kiawhi456@gmail.com
Powered by the Education & Economic Justice Coalition and the Village Network of Battle Creek, this is where vision meets action.
Don’t just honor the dream — BUILD THE DREAM.Pull up. Show up. Level up.

ID Dance Competition - Zenith Tour
2026-01-30 13:00 - 2026-02-01 19:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
The ID Dance Competition returns to Kellogg Arena for the 2026 Zenith Tour!
Friday, January 30 – Sunday, February 1
A downloadable program will be available before the start of the event.
What to expect: 👇
-The ID Icon experience of a lifetime! -Stress-free, organized event with interactive mc and backstage manager-CERTIFIED PANEL OF DANCE ADJUDICATORS-Exciting and energetic awards ceremonies-Huge and inventive awards-State of the art stage, lighting and LED video backdrop-Improv dance off challenges-THE ID HYPE HAT EXPERIENCE-COMPLIMENTARY master classes-Constructive & PROFESSIONAL judges feedback-Reserved teacher seating & VIP TEACHER refreshment lounge available all weekend-Best merchandise selection in the industry-Photo and video ALL ACCESS OPTIONAL PASS-ICONIC photo backdrops to capture every moment & more!
Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. parking ramp (Connected to the Kellogg Arena) for $8. Other Downtown Battle Creek parking structures and street parking are also available, prices vary per structure.
NO OUTSIDE FOOD, DRINK, COOLERS OR WEAPONS ALLOWED IN KELLOGG ARENA.
Recommended Hotel: BRAND NEW DoubleTree by Hilton, connected to the Kellogg Arena.
Visit https://www.iddancecomp.com/ for most updated info.

Monster Truck Wars
2026-02-07 11:00 - 2026-02-08 16:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
🛞 America’s wildest monster truck show is returning to Kellogg Arena Saturday, February 7 & 8, 2026! Enjoy an evening of family fun!
2/7: Shows will be held at 12pm and 6pm
2/8: Show will be held at 2pm
Concessions and bar will be available, including local vendors!
🎟️ Tickets on sale now!
*Please Note: Monster Truck Wars reserves the right to adjust ticket pricing based on current ticket supply and demand. Tickets increase in price day-of-show.*
Interested in volunteering for this event? Sign up HERE!
✏️ Know Before You Go:

Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. Ramp.
NO outside food/beverage, coolers, or weapons allowed in the Kellogg Arena.
Blankets are permitted, with subjection to search.
The Kellogg Arena is connected to the DoubleTree by Hilton Battle Creek hotel. For room booking, please visit https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/azocrdt-doubletree-battle-creek/?fbclid=IwY2xjawMZdWlleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE1SGk5d25RcndUdVA0QVJWAR7ThmTMmWEZlpsD4e82xSbKHLMgJWKTG4qs1Kp6MGbqFzgmVNSZP3sB1cZdQw_aem_68ojNIk2H4QMfdBMAJpCmg

T.K. Pro Rodeo Presents: Man Vs. Beast Bull Riding
2026-02-13 19:00 - 22:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
T.K. Pro Rodeo Presents: Man Vs. Beast Bull Riding
🔥 Experience the Ultimate Rush of Professional Bull Riding! Get ready for a heart-pounding night of action as the toughest cowboys in the country face off against the rankest bulls in the business. This isn’t just a rodeo — it’s a full-scale adrenaline show packed with high-energy production, arena-shaking music, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Every 8 seconds feels like a lifetime as riders battle for glory and fans witness raw power, grit, and elite athleticism.

Bring the family, bring your friends — and be part of an electric crowd that’s louder, wilder, and more alive than ever before. Don’t miss your chance to experience the action up close — grab your tickets now before they’re gone!

🎟️ General Admission: $23, children 2 and under are FREE
Family 4 Pack: $78

Doors open at 5:30pm, show at 7:00pm
Purchase Friday, February 13th tickets HERE
NO ticket refunds or exchanges.
Interested in volunteering at the rodeo? Sign up HERE!
✏️ Know Before You Go:

Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. Ramp.
NO outside food/beverage, coolers, or weapons allowed in the Kellogg Arena.
Blankets are permitted, with subjection to search.

🚨SOLD OUT!🚨 - T.K. Pro Rodeo Presents: Man Vs. Beast Bull Riding
2026-02-14 19:00 - 22:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
🚨SOLD OUT!🚨
T.K. Pro Rodeo Presents: Man Vs. Beast Bull Riding
🔥 Experience the Ultimate Rush of Professional Bull Riding! Get ready for a heart-pounding night of action as the toughest cowboys in the country face off against the rankest bulls in the business. This isn’t just a rodeo — it’s a full-scale adrenaline show packed with high-energy production, arena-shaking music, and edge-of-your-seat excitement. Every 8 seconds feels like a lifetime as riders battle for glory and fans witness raw power, grit, and elite athleticism.

Bring the family, bring your friends — and be part of an electric crowd that’s louder, wilder, and more alive than ever before. Don’t miss your chance to experience the action up close — grab your tickets now before they’re gone!

Doors open at 5:30pm, show at 7:00pm
NO ticket refunds or exchanges.
Interested in volunteering at the rodeo? Sign up HERE!
✏️ Know Before You Go:

Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. Ramp.
NO outside food/beverage, coolers, or weapons allowed in the Kellogg Arena.
Blankets are permitted, with subjection to search.

Cereal City Classic 2025
2026-02-20 08:00 - 2026-02-22 17:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
JOIN BRANCH GYMNASTICS FOR A WEEKEND OF COMPETITION AND CAMARADERIE

Branch Gymnastics hosted its first Cereal City Classic in 1995. At the time, it was the first ever gymnastics competition to host both men’s and women’s youth gymnastics within the same event. This gave clubs the ability to travel to a meet with their entire program; both men’s and women’s teams! Due to the success and reception of the meet, hosting both men’s and women’s competition at the same event is now a common practice!
Cereal City Classic is hosted in Battle Creek, MI each year, the cereal capital of the world and headquarters of Kellogg’s.

ADMISSION – CASH ONLY
One Day PassAdults (18-59 yrs) – $25
Seniors (60+) & Military with ID – $20Students (5-17 yrs) – $15
Children 4 & under are FREE
*Competition schedule coming soon.
New Host Hotel – DoubleTree by Hilton
50 Capital Ave. SW
Battle Creek, MI 49017
The DoubleTree is attached to the Kellogg Arena for your convenience. Enjoy the restaurants, ease of access to the competition and parking all in one stop.

Que The Cheese - BBQ + Mac & Cheese Festival
2026-02-28 15:00 - 19:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
🧀 Get ready, Battle Creek — the mash-up you’ve been waiting for is HERE! 🔥

Introducing QUE THE CHEESE — where smoky BBQ meets ooey-gooey mac & cheese, all under one delicious roof at Kellogg Arena!

📅 Saturday, February 28⏰ 3PM–7PM📍 Kellogg Arena | Battle Creek🎟️ $7 admission👧 Kids 12 & under FREE

🎟️ Purchase tickets HERE!

Whether you’re team brisket, team cheddar, or both — come taste, sip, and celebrate Battle Creek’s boldest new food fest.

Thank you to our Que the Cheese Sponsors:

Cam Williams

Michigan ProStart Competition
2026-03-02 08:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
The statewide Michigan ProStart Competition brings together ProStart students and schools from across the state for two days of showcasing their talents in the hospitality industry. Competition categories include: ​

Culinary
Management
Pasta
Knife Cuts
ServSafe Quiz Bowl
Tabletop Design

Teams are observed, rated and judged by leading industry professionals and higher education instructors. Schools must participate in either the Culinary or Management competitions. Additional category participation is optional.

First place winners of the Culinary and Management competitions secure their spot at the ProStart National Invitational in Baltimore, Maryland. In addition, more than $850,000 in scholarships were available at the 2024 competition to support students as they continue their post-secondary education in hospitality-related fields.
Questions? Contact Amanda Smith at asmith@mrla.org or 517-377-3927.​

MARVAC 39th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show
2026-03-06 - 2026-03-08 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
New RVs will be on display to tour at the MARVAC 39th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show at the Kellogg Arena. Dealers are available during show hours to help you find an RV for any budget with exclusive on-site dealer RV financing and special discounted models. There will also be multiple booth exhibitors.

Hours: Friday 1-8 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m., Sunday 12-5 p.m.

Tickets: Adult admission (ages 13 and over) is $8. Senior admission (ages 55 and over) is $7. Children 12 and under get in free.

Ticket is good for one-day entry. Ticket is good for any day of the event. All sales are final. Purchased tickets are non-refundable.
Friday, March 6 Tickets
Saturday, March 7 Tickets
Sunday, March 8 Tickets
Where: Kellogg Arena – 1 McCamly Square, Battle Creek, MI 49017. Parking not included in show admission. Information on public parking can be found here.

In exchange for the Michigan Manufactured Housing RV & Campground Association (“Association”) allowing attendee to attend this event, attendee assumes all risk of, and agrees that the Association, its employees and members, and other show participants are not liable for any damage to property or injury to or death of any persons. As further consideration, attendee agrees to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Association, its employees and members, and other show participants from and against any and all claims for any injury or death to any person, or sustained by any person or property related to the attendee attending this event.

Animal policy: Service animals are welcome into MARVAC RV & Camping Shows. The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) 2010 Regulations define a service animal as “any dog that is individually trained to do work or perform tasks for the benefit of an individual with a disability, including a physical, sensory, psychiatric, intellectual, or other mental disability. Other species of animals, whether wild or domestic, trained or untrained, are not service animals for the purposes of this definition.” C.F.R. § 35.104 and § 36.104 (2010).
*NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE ALLOWED*

Showstopper Dance Competition
2026-03-13 - 2026-03-15 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Join us for the return of the Showstopper Dance Competition March 13-15, 2026 at Kellogg Arena!
🎟️ This event is FREE admission!
⏰ View event scheduled HERE.
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We design each day of the Showstopper dance competition in Battle Creek, MI, to be seamless and spectacular. When the details are handled, your dancers can shine and you can enjoy every second.
🌟 Step into the spotlight with a competition experience like no other:

Built for Every Studio and Every Dancer:

5 competition levels, including a level for dancers with special needs and disabilities
5 overall age divisions
20+ category age divisions
6 routine entry types
15+ dance categories
Awards for both categories and overalls

World-Class Production: Custom Marley stages, pro lighting, massive LED screens
Free Live Stream: Every routine streamed with “next-up” screen updates
Dynamic LED Backgrounds: 100,000+ visuals tailored to each performance
Capture the Moment: Multi-camera videos and professional photos—each photo or video package starting at $9.99 per routine
Professional Critiques: Honest, helpful feedback from industry pros
Trophies + Medals: Every dancer gets a medal, every routine earns a trophy
Special Opportunities: Convention scholarships, magazine features, All-Star invites, and even Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade selections
Shop the Showstopper Store: Over 50 exclusive items dancers love—at prices you’ll appreciate
Memorable Extras: Just Dance videos, photo ops, and fun surprises throughout the weekend

🏨 Host Hotels: Reserve your room through Showstopper Travel to access exclusive discounted rates at the NEW venue’s hotel—stay just steps from all the action!
🅿️ Daily Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. parking ramp (connected to the Kellogg Arena) for $8

Food Prize 2026
2026-03-21 09:00 - 16:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Food Prize 2026 is a regional food business competition and industry convening designed to support new and existing food entrepreneurs across Michigan.

The event combines a pitch competition, food product showcase, and educational summit, bringing together food business owners, support organizations, funders, and industry partners.

Food Prize is free for spectators! Head down from 12pm-4pm and try food items from competitors.

📅 Saturday, March 21, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Kellogg Arena & Battle Creek Innovation Hub

Register your organization now! 👇

Food Service Application

Food Manufacturing Application

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Program Overview:
Pitch Competition | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Two competitive tracks:• Food Service (catering, food trucks, restaourants) — Regional• Food Manufacturing (CPG Food & Beverage) — Statewide
Up to $40,000 in cash awards will be distributed!

Food Business Summit | 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Educational forums focused on the operational, regulatory, and financial needs of food businesses.

Make It:• Commercial kitchen access, incubators, and accelerators• Regulatory and compliance requirements

Fund It:• Capital access, including loans, grants, and investment

Sell It:• Scaling operations• Co-packers, contract manufacturing, and retail pathways

Food Show:Participating vendors will showcase and sell products at Kellogg Arena.

Hosts / Co-Hosts• Small Business Battle Creek• Kellogg Arena• Sprout BC• BC Food Reimagined • Battle Creek Innovation Hub• Northern Initiatives

Master Spas Expo 2026
2026-04-10 12:00 - 2026-04-12 18:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
*NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE ALLOWED*
Explore premier spas and hot tubs. Relax, it’s Master Spas.
When: April 10th – 12th, 2026
Friday: 12PM – 6PM, Saturday: 11AM – 6PM, Sunday: 11AM – 4PM
Where: Kellogg Arena
1 McCamly Square, McCamly St S, Battle Creek, MI 49017
Free Admission
Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. parking ramp (connected to the Kellogg Arena.) Other Downtown Battle Creek parking structures and street parking are also available, prices vary per structure.
Sale Offers: $1 Million+ of Inventory

Regions’ Largest Selection. Up to 50% off!
Floor models available for instant delivery (see store for details)
$500 to $1,000 Off Select Spas (MSRP)
$1,000 to $2,500 Off Swim Spas

Financing Options:

On-site financing on approved credit (OAC)

Free Delivery & Setup:

Delivery, Setup, and Chemicals Included
Large Selection, Fast Deliveries, and In-Stock Now!

Will trash/haul away old spa/hot tub for small fee

Showstopper Dance Competition
2026-04-17 08:00 - 2026-04-19 17:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Join us for the second weekend of the Showstopper Dance Competition: April 17-19, 2026 at Kellogg Arena!
🎟️ This event is FREE admission!
⏰ Schedule will be released shortly prior to the event.
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We design each day of the Showstopper dance competition in Battle Creek, MI, to be seamless and spectacular. When the details are handled, your dancers can shine and you can enjoy every second.
🌟 Step into the spotlight with a competition experience like no other:

Built for Every Studio and Every Dancer:

5 competition levels, including a level for dancers with special needs and disabilities
5 overall age divisions
20+ category age divisions
6 routine entry types
15+ dance categories
Awards for both categories and overalls

World-Class Production: Custom Marley stages, pro lighting, massive LED screens
Free Live Stream: Every routine streamed with “next-up” screen updates
Dynamic LED Backgrounds: 100,000+ visuals tailored to each performance
Capture the Moment: Multi-camera videos and professional photos—each photo or video package starting at $9.99 per routine
Professional Critiques: Honest, helpful feedback from industry pros
Trophies + Medals: Every dancer gets a medal, every routine earns a trophy
Special Opportunities: Convention scholarships, magazine features, All-Star invites, and even Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade selections
Shop the Showstopper Store: Over 50 exclusive items dancers love—at prices you’ll appreciate
Memorable Extras: Just Dance videos, photo ops, and fun surprises throughout the weekend

🏨 Host Hotels: Reserve your room through Showstopper Travel to access exclusive discounted rates at the NEW venue’s hotel—stay just steps from all the action!
🅿️ Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. parking ramp (connected to the Kellogg Arena)

The Joe League Basketball Tournament
2026-04-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
We are excited to announce The Joe League Basketball Tournament is returning to Kellogg Arena! 🏀

📅 Saturday, April 25th
⏰ Doors open at 10AM
📍 Kellogg Arena | Downtown Battle Creek, MI

🎟️ General Admission Tickets: $10

Purchase tickets HERE!

*ADA seating available upon request

Team Registration: $230 – Registration opens on March 15th, 2026

Contact James Quice Williams at quice0511@gmail.com for registration and event info.

LeadingAge 2026 Annual Conference and Solutions Expo
2026-04-27 08:00 - 2026-04-29 17:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
The LeadingAge Michigan Annual Conference and Solutions Expo is an extraordinary opportunity this year. We anticipate an energetic forum which will translate into tremendous visibility for you, online, and in person.
Our conference features the Solutions Expo on Tuesday, April 28 – but there are many opportunities for participation; new this year, don’t miss out! As part of your sponsorship, you get a booth at our expo – join us and be part of an exclusive luncheon designed as a strategic, high-impact pit stop.
This experience brings business partners and decision makers together for connection, collaboration, and meaningful conversation before we accelerate into the Expo together.
Click here to download the Sponsor and Exhibitor Guide and view the exhibitor floor plan here.

Contact:
Kelly@leadingagemi.org
517-323-3687

Battle Creek Community Prayer Breakfast
2026-05-05 07:30 - 09:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
Join us at the 44th Annual Community Prayer Breakfast with keynote speaker, Darryl Strawberry.

May 5, 2026 – 7:25-9:00 am

Kellogg Arena, Downtown Battle Creek

Tickets: $20; Reserved Table (8 seats): $160

Purchase tickets HERE

Please consider donating to the Community Prayer Breakfast fund!
Donations enable students to attend at no cost to themselves and help offset event costs. All levels of donations are appreciated. Donations of $100 or more will receive an invitation to the reception with Darryl Strawberry on Monday evening, May 4.

KCC Nurse's Pinning Ceremony
2026-05-13 18:00 - 20:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
For the most up to date information visit https://kellogg.edu/
Free admission, no ticket required. Doors at 6pm.
Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Ramp

2026 Calhoun County Senior Expo
2026-05-21 09:00 - 13:00 | Kellogg Arena, 1 McCamly Sqaure, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
A free event featuring local businesses and services of special interest to older adults, age 60 and over, their families and caregivers. Event runs from 9am-1pm.

Free coffee & donuts
Free boxed lunch
Free parking available at Full Blast and the Hamblin Ave. parking ramp.
Health checks
Demonstrations
Interactive displays
Wheelchairs available
Giveaways & raffle

FOR VENDOR, SPONSORSHIP & VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES CONTACT:
Rebecca de Finta
rdefinta@calhouncountymi.gov
269-781-0846

National Cereal Festival 2026
2026-06-13 08:00 - 12:00 | Downtown Battle Creek, 1 McCamly St S,, Battle Creek, MI, 49017, United States
🥣 The National Cereal Festival returns Saturday, June 13, 2026! 🥣
If you are unfamiliar, this signature festival highlights Battle Creek’s heritage as the birthplace of the cereal industry and is a tradition that has drawn people far and wide for over 50 years.
The Cereal Festival will take place on Saturday, June 13, 2026, on McCamly St. starting at Michigan to Hamblin Ave., from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Festival activities include live music, exotic animal shows, games, competitions, vendors, children’s activities and more. The vendors will operate from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. The event is held rain or shine!
The National Cereal Festival is FREE and open to the public!
All Cereal Festival event information can be found HERE!
Start the festivities with the National Cereal Parade at 6:30pm on Friday! Parade begins and ends at the Kool Center.
For any questions or additional information contact Kelly Walden at kwalden@kelloggarena.com or Kaycie Chrystan at kchrystan@kelloggarena.com

2026 VENDOR REGISTRATION now open! Sign up HERE!

Sign-up HERE to become a 2026 sponsor!
Sign-up HERE to join the 2026 Cereal Parade!
Volunteer opportunities coming soon!
