Join us for the opening day of the Battle Creek Farmers Market 2026 season! Experience an array of local farm vendors, artisan goods, live music, a cooking demonstration featuring spring produce, plus a GIVEAWAY!
We gladly accept SNAP and Double Up Food Bucks!
Interested in becoming a vendor? Get more information HERE!
Want to showcase your brand for thousands to see? Become a sponsor!
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 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.
Parking available in the Hamblin Ave Parking Structure
¡Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with VOCES! 
Join us for a fun-filled Cinco de Mayo celebration at Festival Market Square in Battle Creek!
Location: Festival Market Square
25 McCamly S Street, Battle Creek, MI 49017
Time: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Saturday, May 2nd.
FREE ENTRY
What to expect:
Raffles
Participation games & activities for kids
Delicious food
Crafts
Local businesses & vendors
Fun for the whole family!
Come celebrate culture, community, and connection with Voces. Bring your friends, bring your family, and don’t miss out! 
******************** ¡Celebra el Cinco de Mayo con VOCES!
Acompáñanos a una gran celebración del Cinco de Mayo en Festival Market Square en Battle Creek. Lugar: Festival Market Square
25 McCamly S Street, Battle Creek, MI 49017 Horario: 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM Sábado, 2 de Mayo. Entrada GRATIS Habrá: Rifas Juegos y actividades para niños Comida deliciosa Artesanías Participación de negocios locales Diversión para toda la familia
Ven a celebrar la cultura, la comunidad y la unión con Voces. ¡Trae a tu familia y amigos y no te lo pierdas!
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!
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 — JP and The Energy
In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes.
Presented by Battle Creek Honda
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 — JP and The Energy
In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes.
Presented by Battle Creek Honda
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 — JP and The Energy
In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes.
Presented by Battle Creek Honda
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 — JP and The Energy
In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes.
Presented by Battle Creek Honda
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 — JP and The Energy
In the event of rain, Vibe@5 will move indoors to Handmap Brewing. Facebook post will be made by Kellogg Arena if location changes.
Presented by Battle Creek Honda
