Winter Jam 2025 – Best of Both Worlds

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 (Upper Level): $39.00
    • Lower Bowl / Floor GA: $54.00
    • Front Row / Premium Sections (Rows 1–3): $81.00
    • Early Bird: 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


🚫 There will be NO re-entry for this event.

🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Parking Structure

🚫 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.

10th Annual Backyard Burgers and Brews Fest

The 10th Annual Backyard Burgers & Brews Festival returns to Downtown Battle Creek! 🍔🍻🎶

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 the electric sounds of Run 4 Cover rocking the 80s and 90s all night long.

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

Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 | 5pm-10pm

Presented by the Battle Creek Chamber.

🚗 Parking available in the Hamblin Ave. Parking Structure: $5

Friday Night Beats & Bites – Country Night

Join us for our Friday Concert Series, Friday Nite Beats & Bites!

Markets will take place June 27, August 22, and October 10 from 6pm-9pm.

Friday Nite Beats & Bites is a vibrant concert series at the Battle Creek Farmers Market! Enjoy live music from talented bands, savor delicious bites from local food vendors, and shop unique crafts from area artisans. Join us for an evening of great music, tasty food, and community fun!

Check out our Facebook page for a list of Friday vendors!

June 27th’s theme will be Country Night!

Music by Double Wide Ride

Food Trucks:

  • Cookin’ With Beans
  • Momma Stacy’s Kitchen & Catering
  • Kona Ice
  • Scott’s Sweets

Post Community Band Concert Series

Join us in seeing The Post Community Band showcase their talent! The Post Community Band is a positive instrument to the community by inspiring and encouraging a positive vibe through music.

June 19, 2025

June 26, 2025

July 10, 2025

July 17, 2025

July 24, 2025

Location: Festival Market Square (Downtown Battle Creek)

Time: 7pm, Doors: 6:30pm

This event is free admission and open to the public!

For more information, contact Randy Yother at postfoundationofbc@gmail.com.

Post Community Band Concert Series

Join us in seeing The Post Community Band showcase their talent! The Post Community Band is a positive instrument to the community by inspiring and encouraging a positive vibe through music.

June 19, 2025

June 26, 2025

July 10, 2025

July 17, 2025

July 24, 2025

Location: Festival Market Square (Downtown Battle Creek)

Time: 7pm, Doors: 6:30pm

This event is free admission and open to the public!

For more information, contact Randy Yother at postfoundationofbc@gmail.com.

Post Community Band Concert Series

Join us in seeing The Post Community Band showcase their talent! The Post Community Band is a positive instrument to the community by inspiring and encouraging a positive vibe through music.

June 19, 2025

June 26, 2025

July 10, 2025

July 17, 2025

July 24, 2025

Location: Festival Market Square (Downtown Battle Creek)

Time: 7pm, Doors: 6:30pm

This event is free admission and open to the public!

For more information, contact Randy Yother at postfoundationofbc@gmail.com.

Post Community Band Concert Series

Join us in seeing The Post Community Band showcase their talent! The Post Community Band is a positive instrument to the community by inspiring and encouraging a positive vibe through music.

June 19, 2025

June 26, 2025

July 10, 2025

July 17, 2025

July 24, 2025

Location: Festival Market Square (Downtown Battle Creek)

Time: 7pm, Doors: 6:30pm

This event is free admission and open to the public!

For more information, contact Randy Yother at postfoundationofbc@gmail.com.

Vibe@5 – The Iconix

☀️ 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 11 – Atomic Annie

July 18 – Toppermost

July 25 – Allie Garland Band

August 1  – Leave Those Kids Alone

August 8 – Tony Thompson and Friends

August 15 — The Iconix

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

Sponsored by Battle Creek Honda

Vibe@5 – Leave Those Kids Alone

☀️ 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 11 – Atomic Annie

July 18 – Toppermost

July 25 – Allie Garland Band

August 1  – Leave Those Kids Alone

August 8 – Tony Thompson and Friends

August 15 — The Iconix

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

Sponsored by Battle Creek Honda

Vibe@5 – Allie Garland Band

☀️ 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 11 – Atomic Annie

July 18 – Toppermost

July 25 – Allie Garland Band

August 1  – Leave Those Kids Alone

August 8 – Tony Thompson and Friends

August 15 — The Iconix

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

Sponsored by Battle Creek Honda

Kellogg Arena