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Backyard Burgers and Brews Fest

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

Cinco de Mayo

🎉🌮 ¡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! 💃🕺

 

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🎉🌮 ¡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! 💃🕺

Vibe @ 5 – JP and The Energy

☀️ 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

Vibe @ 5 – Atomic Annie

☀️ 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

Vibe @ 5 – Glad All Over

☀️ 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

Vibe @ 5 – Denise Davis & The Motor City Sensations

☀️ 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

Vibe @ 5 – Tony Fields & Doug Decker

☀️ 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

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.

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! 🌟

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!

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