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
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Showstopper Dance Competition
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)
T.K. Pro Rodeo Presents: Man Vs. Beast Bull Riding
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 Saturday, February 14th 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.
Master Spas Expo 2026
*NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE ALLOWED*
Explore premier spas and hot tubs. Relax, it’s Master Spas.
When: April 10th – 12th, 2026
Times coming soon.
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:
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- 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
MARVAC 39th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show
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.
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*
2026 MLK People’s Belonging Ball
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.
National Cereal Festival 2026
🥣 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!
Showstopper Dance Competition
Join us for the return of the Showstopper Dance Competition March 13-15, 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)
Football Association Conference 2026
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 *
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.
Food Prize 2026
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! 👇
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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
• 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
• Commercial kitchen access, incubators, and accelerators
• Regulatory and compliance requirements
Fund It:
• Capital access, including loans, grants, and investment
• Capital access, including loans, grants, and investment
Sell It:
• Scaling operations
• Co-packers, contract manufacturing, and retail pathways
• Scaling operations
• Co-packers, contract manufacturing, and retail pathways
Food Show:
Participating vendors will showcase and sell products at Kellogg Arena.
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
• Small Business Battle Creek
• Kellogg Arena
• Sprout BC
• BC Food Reimagined
• Battle Creek Innovation Hub
• Northern Initiatives
