Que The Cheese – BBQ and Mac & Cheese Festival

QUE THE CHEESE IS BACK.

Saturday, February 27

3–7 PM

Kellogg Arena

BBQ. Mac & cheese. Live music. And enough cheesy, smoky, saucy goodness to make your diet file a formal complaint.

Que the Cheese is coming back bigger, messier and more delicious than ever for another BBQ + Mac + Cheese Fest.

The Megan Rae Band and His Boy Elroy will be bringing the live music while the pit masters and mac & cheese masters bring the important stuff.

Come hungry. Leave happy. Wear stretchy pants.

Tickets on sale soon!

Friday Nite Beats & Bites

Friday Nite Beats & Bites – Harvest Festival

🎶 Friday Nite Beats & Bites at the Battle Creek Farmers Market

Looking for one of the best free summer events in Battle Creek? Join us for Friday Nite Beats & Bites, an exciting evening concert series at the Battle Creek Farmers Marketfeaturing live music, local food trucks, artisan vendors, and family-friendly fun!

📅 Event Dates

August 14, 2026
September 18, 2026
October 9, 2026

🕕 Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Bring your lawn chairs, gather your friends and family, and spend the evening enjoying everything that makes our local community special. Browse handcrafted goods from talented artisans, shop unique local products, enjoy delicious eats from rotating food trucks, and experience live performances from some of Michigan’s favorite bands.

🎨 Shop Local
Discover handmade crafts, artwork, specialty products, and more from local makers.

🍔 Eat Local
Enjoy a variety of delicious offerings from featured food trucks and food vendors.

🎵 Live Entertainment
Every event features a different band, creating the perfect soundtrack for a summer evening in downtown Battle Creek.

✨ Vendor lineups change each month! Follow the Battle Creek Farmers Market on Facebook for the latest vendor announcements, event updates, and special activities.

🎃 October 9 – Harvest Festival

Celebrate fall at the Battle Creek Farmers Market! Shop for holiday gifts and decor, enjoy fall activities and treats and more!

🎤 Live Music

🦞 Featured Food Truck: Cousins Maine Lobster

🎟️ Admission is FREE!

Come hungry, shop local, support small businesses, and enjoy one of downtown Battle Creek’s favorite summer traditions. We can’t wait to see you at Friday Nite Beats & Bites!

Presented by Battle Creek Honda

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

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

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!