downtown Battle Creek – Kellogg Arena

Que The Cheese – BBQ + Mac & Cheese Festival

🧀 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 28th, 2026

⏰ 3 PM – 7 PM

🎟️ Purchase tickets HERE!

🍴 Vendor registration now open! — BBQ joints, mac & cheese masters, food trucks, specialty shops… this one’s for you!

✏ https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeygooQBjPHcTWVDVOaQgLzNssICDWiG_xjICexbf0IuQI68Q/viewform

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

T.K. Pro Rodeo Presents: Man Vs. Beast

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!

🎟️ GA: $23, children 2 and under are FREE

Family 4 Pack: $78

Purchase Friday, February 13th tickets HERE

Purchase Saturday, February 14th tickets HERE

*Please note, there are NO ticket refunds or exchanges. Please be sure to select your desired day.

Trap N’ Skate

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)

$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!

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.

2025 Michigan USA Wrestling – Holiday Youth Club Duals

The Kellogg Arena is proud to host the 2025 Michigan USA Wrestling – Holiday Youth Club Duals!

These duals are designed to allow Clubs in Michigan the opportunity to compete against each other in a dual format to find out “What club is the best in Michigan”.

Date: December 14th, 2025

Location: Kellogg Arena, Battle Creek

Tickets: $13, ages 5 and under free

Divisions: K-5 & K-8

Schedule:

Doors open at 8:30 a.m.
8:30am – 9:00am: Weigh in’s – NO ALLOWANCE
9:30am – 10:00am: Open Mat
10:00am – 4pm: Wrestling Starts

Visit https://www.musaw.org/Default.aspx?tabid=2244657 for the most up to date event information.

Bronson Leadership Conference

Private event.

Our venue is open for any type of event. All of our spaces are available to rent for different local and national events.

Seating up to 6,200 with a wide variety of seating configurations to meet your needs.
Four (4) dressing rooms plus one (1) star dressing room, all with full bathroom and shower facilities.
Full Service catering kitchen
In-house advertising & ad placement service using Kellogg Arena’s contract rates

If you’d like to learn more about booking our arena or our outdoor space for community events in Battle Creek, Michigan, reach out today at 269-788-1107.

Battle Creek Winter Wanderland 2025

❄️ 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! 🌟

11th Annual Jingle in the Creek – USA Wrestling

The Kellogg Arena is proud to host the Michigan Matcats 11th Annual Jingle at the Creek USA Wrestling tournament.

Saturday, December 13th, 2025

Schedule:
Doors open at 8:30am
8:30am – 9:00am: Weigh ins
9:30am – 4:00pm: Wrestling Begins

🎅 Special Guest Appearance from Santa himself!

🎄 Coaches Ugly Christmas Sweater Contest

🎟️ Tickets: $10 each, Children 5 and under are FREE

🚫 NO OUTSIDE FOOD OR BEVERAGE INSIDE ARENA. Concessions available on-site.

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Individual Awards
Medals to 1st- 3th Open Division Only

Christmas Champion Hats to Champs!

Custom 2025 Jingle in the Jungle T-Shirts Available

Age Groups and Weight Classes Boys & Girls

4/6 – 37, 40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 55, 58, 61, 64, 67 & Hwt.

7/8 – 40, 43, 46, 49, 52, 55, 58, 61, 64, 67, 72, 77, 82 & Hwt

9/10 – 51, 55, 59, 63, 67, 71, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100, 110 & Hwt.

11/12 – 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100, 105, 112, 119, 126, 133 & Hwt.

13/14 – 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100, 107, 114, 122, 130, 138, 145, 155, 170 & Hwt.

Madison weights will be used if under 300

*Weight classes will be on honor system. Random weight checks will be done during skin inspection.

Must be within 2 lbs. of registered weight.

Weigh-in and Registration:

Registration takes place at USA Wrestling Membership
or click here:

You will need a USA Card (printed with your picture) which can be purchased at: www.usawmembership.com

This event will be Live on USA Bracketing

At the registration website, online you will register, enter your actual weight, and pay with a credit card.
Registration fee is $30.

Registration will close on December 10th.

Coaches Credentials:

All coaches must have the following to be allowed mat side – NO EXCEPTIONS

· Current USA Wrestling Leadership card – Printed with Picture and bar code

· Current Safesport certification

· Photo ID

Tournament Director – McKenna Richardson 810-355-6692 (text)

Grand Valley State University Innovation Hub Community Celebration

GVSU President Philomenia V. Mantella cordially invites you to celebrate the official Ribbon Cutting and Dedication of the Battle Creek Innovation Hub.

Remarks and Ribbon Cutting will take place under a tent at Festival Market Square at 3:15 P.M.

Festival Market Square is located at the southeast corner of McCamly and Jackson Streets, directly across from the Innovation Hub.

Following the ceremony, enjoy a community reception and self-guided tours of the new Battle Creek Innovation Hub.

Self-parking is available in the Hamblin Ramp, 40 W. Hamblin Ave.

Casual attire recommended, Laker attire encouraged!

RSVP HERE!

NAWGJ Gymnastics Spooky Spectacular 2025

👻 Looking for a Mobility Meet? Looking for a FUN MEET? Looking for a meet that’s FUN for the athletes? Want to show your support for your Michigan Judges Education? Spooky Spectacular is the perfect choice to start your season!

👸 Costumes Optional and the athletes love it!! The judges will be in costume, so join in on the fun! Create a fun team costume for all your athletes and join in fun!

🎃 Spooky Spectacular Judges Cup ~ Kellogg Arena ~ October 17 -19

Non Scored Fun meet: Levels 1, 2 & Xcel Bronze ~ Scored Levels 3 – 8, XCEL Bronze – Sapphire.

🏚️ Host Hotel – DoubleTree by Hilton and attached to Kellogg Arena. Link to discounted rate on our website HERE.

🅿️ Parking available in the Hamblin Ave parking structure

🎟️ Admission:

Adults: $20 per day
Military/Seniors/Children 6-18: $15 per day
Weekend Pass (All ages): $25

Purchase Saturday Tickets HERE

Purchase Sunday Tickets HERE

Purchase Full Weekend Pass HERE

⏱️ View Schedule

Saturday: Event begins at 8:00am, Doors open at 7:30am