Backyard Burgers and Brews Fest

Backyard Burgers & Brews Festival returns to Downtown Battle Creek! πŸ”πŸ»πŸŽΆ

Downtown Battle Creek’s favorite end-of-summer bash is back and bigger than ever! Featuring 40-50 mouthwatering food trucks, 9 hopping downtown bars and restaurants, the buzz of the Social District, and live music.

Families, foodies, and fun-seekers unite for one unforgettable evening of flavor, music, and community connection!

Saturday, August 22rd, 2026 | 5pm-10pm

Presented by the Battle Creek Chamber.

πŸš— Parking available in the Hamblin Ave Parking Structure

Taste of the Creek

Taste of the Creek is back!

Returning to Downtown Battle Creek on Saturday, June 6, 2026.

Head down to Festival Market Square between 2-9 pm on June 6th and enjoy this FREE COMMUNITY event. Come hungry, because the best foods will be available for purchase from the areas best chefs and restaurants. Fun for the whole family!

Vibe @ 5 – JP and The Energy

β˜€οΈ Bring your lawn chairs and join us for live music in downtown Battle Creek at Friendship Park! ⛱️

FREE admission for all ages!

🀩 Enjoy live music, delicious food, cold drinks and plenty of summer fun!

🍴 Featuring Ultimate Chef N Catering Food Truck! AND don’t forget, Friendship Park is a part of Downtown Battle Creek’s Social District! Stop at any of our amazing downtown businesses for a drink and head over! 🍹

Full lineup below:

July 10 – Tony Fields & Doug Decker

July 17 – Toppermost Beatles Tribute

July 24 – Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensations

July 31  – Glad All Over

August 7 – Atomic Annie

August 14 β€” JP and The Energy

β˜” In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes. β˜”

Presented by Battle Creek Honda

Vibe @ 5 – Atomic Annie

β˜€οΈ Bring your lawn chairs and join us for live music in downtown Battle Creek at Friendship Park! ⛱️

FREE admission for all ages!

🀩 Enjoy live music, delicious food, cold drinks and plenty of summer fun!

🍴 Featuring Ultimate Chef N Catering Food Truck! AND don’t forget, Friendship Park is a part of Downtown Battle Creek’s Social District! Stop at any of our amazing downtown businesses for a drink and head over! 🍹

Full lineup below:

July 10 – Tony Fields & Doug Decker

July 17 – Toppermost Beatles Tribute

July 24 – Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensations

July 31  – Glad All Over

August 7 – Atomic Annie

August 14 β€” JP and The Energy

β˜” In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes. β˜”

Presented by Battle Creek Honda

Vibe @ 5 – Glad All Over

β˜€οΈ Bring your lawn chairs and join us for live music in downtown Battle Creek at Friendship Park! ⛱️

FREE admission for all ages!

🀩 Enjoy live music, delicious food, cold drinks and plenty of summer fun!

🍴 Featuring Ultimate Chef N Catering Food Truck! AND don’t forget, Friendship Park is a part of Downtown Battle Creek’s Social District! Stop at any of our amazing downtown businesses for a drink and head over! 🍹

Full lineup below:

July 10 – Tony Fields & Doug Decker

July 17 – Toppermost Beatles Tribute

July 24 – Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensations

July 31  – Glad All Over

August 7 – Atomic Annie

August 14 β€” JP and The Energy

β˜” In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes. β˜”

Presented by Battle Creek Honda

Vibe @ 5 – Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensations

β˜€οΈ Bring your lawn chairs and join us for live music in downtown Battle Creek at Friendship Park! ⛱️

FREE admission for all ages!

🀩 Enjoy live music, delicious food, cold drinks and plenty of summer fun!

🍴 Featuring Ultimate Chef N Catering Food Truck! AND don’t forget, Friendship Park is a part of Downtown Battle Creek’s Social District! Stop at any of our amazing downtown businesses for a drink and head over! 🍹

Full lineup below:

July 10 – Tony Fields & Doug Decker

July 17 – Toppermost Beatles Tribute

July 24 – Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensations

July 31  – Glad All Over

August 7 – Atomic Annie

August 14 β€” JP and The Energy

β˜” In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes. β˜”

Presented by Battle Creek Honda

2026 Calhoun County Senior Expo

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

*Limited amount of wheelchairs available for guest needs. Wheelchairs are available on a first come, first serve basis. No reservations.

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

The Joe League Basketball Tournament

We are excited to announce The Joe League Basketball Tournament is returning to Kellogg Arena! πŸ€
πŸ“… Saturday, April 25th
⏰ Doors open at 10AM
πŸ“ 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.
Kellogg Arena