NAACP Poetry Slam @ Café Rica
Poetry Slam. 1/31/26 CONTACT: SANITA 269-832-1632 THEMES: THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW CIVIL RIGHTS SOCIAL JUSTICE VOTING RIGHTS CIVIC ENGAGEMENT RACIAL EQUITY & INCLUSION
Poetry Slam. 1/31/26 CONTACT: SANITA 269-832-1632 THEMES: THE FIERCE URGENCY OF NOW CIVIL RIGHTS SOCIAL JUSTICE VOTING RIGHTS CIVIC ENGAGEMENT RACIAL EQUITY & INCLUSION
The ID Dance Competition returns to Kellogg Arena for the 2026 Zenith Tour! Friday, January 30 – Sunday, February 1 A downloadable program will be available before the start of the event. What to expect: -The ID Icon experience of a lifetime! -Stress-free, organized event with interactive mc and backstage manager-CERTIFIED PANEL OF DANCE ADJUDICATORS-Exciting and energetic awards ceremonies-Huge and inventive awards-State of the art stage, lighting and LED video backdrop-Improv dance off challenges-THE ID HYPE HAT EXPERIENCE-COMPLIMENTARY master classes-Constructive & PROFESSIONAL judges feedback-Reserved teacher seating & VIP TEACHER refreshment lounge available all weekend-Best merchandise selection in the industry-Photo and video ALL ACCESS OPTIONAL PASS-ICONIC photo backdrops to capture every moment & more! Parking is available in the Hamblin Ave. parking ramp (Connected to the Kellogg Arena) for $8. Other Downtown Battle Creek parking structures and street parking are also available, prices vary per structure. Recommended Hotel: BRAND NEW DoubleTree by Hilton, connected to the Kellogg Arena. Visit https://www.iddancecomp.com/ for most updated info.
Get the chance to ride in a REAL monster truck! BACK AND BIGGER THAN EVER! America's Wildest Monster Truck Show is coming to BATTLE CREEK! We're excited to be bringing you a GREAT SUPERSTAR lineup of Monster Trucks and Thrill Show! For this event on FEBRUARY 7th 2026 there will be TWO GIANT SHOWS. This is the only appearance in the region to see our giant superstars compete in non-stop action! Avoid the lines & purchase your discounted tickets early online & save! Enjoy all the fun and high energy excitement of this perfect family-friendly event! https://monstertrucks.fun/ Featuring GIANT National TV Monster Trucks including world-famous OUTLAW, the brand-new SHARK ATTACK, the ferocious debut of T-REX, and from Tombstone, AZ, SHERIFF! See these superstars as they compete in earth-shaking, ground-pounding, high-flying excitement and get a chance to ride on SERGEANT SMASH! - Special Feature: QUAD WARS – SEE THE PROS in wheel to wheel racing action on our fast track for a big cash purse & bragging rights! - KIDS POWER WHEEL RACES: Kids can be a part of the show! Bring a power wheel and cheer them on as they race around the track. Reserve your spot at www.monstertrucks.fun Kids […]
Join us from 6-8pm on Sunday February 8, 2026 for an ADULT SOCIAL HOUR to help SUPPORT SMALL BUSINESSES in Downtown BATTLE CREEK, MICHIGAN! This month we will be socializing at Uproot Market and Eatery located at 119 Michigan Avenue in downtown Battle Creek, Michigan! This is a great local co-op grocer that offers freshly made food daily, fresh produce, locally roasted coffee and so much more! They work with local farmers and vendors to provide a great selection of natural and local foods! Vendors | Shop Specials | New Connections NA Drink Specials | Coffee & Kombucha Bar Free to Enter, Browse & Connect! YOU DO NOT NEED TO PURCHASE A TICKET | THIS IS A FREE EVENT
Sweet and Savory Crepes - menu will be posted! We will be inside Plumeria. Pre-Order to have it ready for pick up or dine in!
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.
Make a cardboard sled and race down a hill. Snow, or no we always go! Official rules: Sleds can only be made using Cardboard, paper, tape, adhesive and paint. No metal, plastic, fiberglass, screws, staples, etc. Decorations are fine if they do not pose a danger to riders or spectators!
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.
Battle Creek Symphony Saturday, February 14, 2026, 7:30 pm WK Kellogg Auditorium Grand Rapids Ballet, James Sofranko Artistic Director Make Valentine’s Day truly magical with the Grand Rapids Ballet and Swan Lake. Let the lush, soaring music of Tchaikovsky transport you to another world as a prince and his swan princess navigate a moonlit odyssey of longing, forgiveness, and true love.
Aaron Lewis, the Vermont-born powerhouse, first found success with Staind, the 2000s-era hard rock band known for its emotional depth and powerful sound. While Staind remains active, Lewis has also earned widespread acclaim as a solo country artist, embracing his roots and achieving two No. 1 Billboard Country Album debuts with Town Line (2011) and Sinner (2016). His success continued with a platinum collaboration alongside country legends George Jones and Charlie Daniels on “Country Boy” and a gold-certified Billboard No. 1 with “Am I The Only One” in 2021. His 2022 album Frayed at Both Ends became the best-selling country album in America, further solidifying his place as one of country music’s most authentic and heartfelt voices. Lewis continues that legacy with his newest project, The Hill (2024), a collection of songs that reflect his signature blend of honesty, emotion, and storytelling. “We’re thrilled to have Aaron Lewis return to the FireKeepers stage,” said Jim Wise, Vice President of Marketing at FireKeepers Casino Hotel. “His authenticity and talent resonate deeply with audiences, and we know guests are in for another outstanding performance.”
The Kellogg Community College Jazz Band is hosting a free Valentine’s Day weekend concert on campus in Battle Creek. The KCC Jazz Band’s “Legends and Lovers” concert will begin at 3 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 15, in the auditorium of the Davidson Visual and Performing Arts Center, on campus at 450 North Ave. in Battle Creek. The event is free and open to the public. Band members under the direction of KCC Jazz Band Director Eric Campbell will perform a diverse repertoire featuring timeless classics and legendary hits including romantic ballads, soulful grooves and energetic big band numbers sure to captivate audiences of all ages. For more information about the KCC Jazz Band or the group’s “Legends and Lovers” Valentine’s Day weekend concert, contact KCC’s Arts and Communication offices at 269-965-4126.
JOIN BRANCH GYMNASTICS FOR A WEEKEND OF COMPETITION AND CAMARADERIE Branch Gymnastics hosted its first Cereal City Classic in 1995. At the time, it was the first ever gymnastics competition to host both men’s and women’s youth gymnastics within the same event. This gave clubs the ability to travel to a meet with their entire program; both men’s and women’s teams! Due to the success and reception of the meet, hosting both men’s and women’s competition at the same event is now a common practice! Cereal City Classic is hosted in Battle Creek, MI each year, the cereal capital of the world and headquarters of Kellogg’s. ADMISSION – CASH ONLY One Day Pass Adults (18-59 yrs) – $25 Seniors (60+) & Military with ID – $20 Students (5-17 yrs) – $15 Children 4 & under are FREE *Competition schedule coming soon. New Host Hotel – DoubleTree by Hilton 50 Capital Ave. SW Battle Creek, MI 49017 The DoubleTree is attached to the Kellogg Arena for your convenience. Enjoy the restaurants, ease of access to the competition and parking all in one stop.