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SUMMARY:Cruise the Creek 2026
DESCRIPTION:AutoMODIFIED would like to present Cruise The Creek for 2026. This event has taken place in Battle Creek for years. As always it will be a great time!! The Car Show is free to attend\, and anyone is welcome. Restrictions for vehicles this year will be anything Classic 25 years (2001) and older\, as well as Customized Modern Vehicles. We welcome Families and Friends to all come out. This event will take place from 4pm-9pm in the downtown area. We will have Vendors at this event in Friendship Park. We will also have the Battle Creek City Police there working with us throughout the day. AutoMODIFIED is happy to be working with the City of Battle Creek and the Small Business Development Office. We ask everyone to respect both the Police and our Staff at the barricades. Lookout for our flyer to be posted as well as a few rules for this year. As always\, we encourage anyone with classic rides to join us as we all love classic cars. So don’t miss out on this amazing event. Let’s have one amazing Cruise this year. Share this event listing and let’s Cruise The Creek!!!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/cruise-the-creek-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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UID:10005080-1781337600-1781352000@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:National Cereal Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:???? The National Cereal Festival returns Saturday\, June 13\, 2026! ???? \nIf you are unfamiliar\, this signature festival highlights Battle Creek’s heritage as the birthplace of the cereal industry and is a tradition that has drawn people far and wide for over 50 years. \nThe Cereal Festival will take place on Saturday\, June 13\, 2026\, on McCamly St. starting at Michigan to Hamblin Ave.\, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Festival activities include live music\, exotic animal shows\, games\, competitions\, vendors\, children’s activities and more. The vendors will operate from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. The event is held rain or shine! \nThe National Cereal Festival is FREE and open to the public! \nAll Cereal Festival event information can be found HERE! \nStart the festivities with the National Cereal Parade at 6:30pm on Friday! Parade begins and ends at the Kool Center. \nFor any questions or additional information contact Kelly Walden at kwalden@kelloggarena.com or Kaycie Chrystan at kchrystan@kelloggarena.com\n2026 VENDOR REGISTRATION now open! Sign up HERE!\nSign-up HERE to become a 2026 sponsor!\nSign-up HERE to join the 2026 Cereal Parade! \nVolunteer opportunities coming soon!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/national-cereal-festival-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260612T193000
DTSTAMP:20260601T174342Z
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UID:10013552-1781289000-1781292600@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Grand Cereal Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Cereal Parade will be held Friday\, June 12\, 2026\, starting at 6:30pm \nNOTICE: New parade route for 2026! \nJoin us for the kick-off of National Cereal Festival 2026! Parade route will be located downtown Battle Creek beginning and ending at The Rink City Lot. \nWe will depart the Rink City Lot\, head left onto McCamly\, right onto Jackson\, right on to Capital\, right on to Hamblin\, left on McCamly and back into the City Rink lot. \nParade and registration are FREE of charge! Participants can begin lining up at The Rink City Lot at 5pm.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/grand-cereal-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260516T170000
DTSTAMP:20260427T145735Z
CREATED:20260427T145735Z
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UID:10005287-1778934600-1778950800@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:2026 Roper Romp and Friends!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual Roper Romp! This year we are bringing some friends from different sitcoms from the 70s and 80s along for a day of fun! \nThe romp starts at 12:30pm at Handmap! \nBuy your tickets here:\nhttps://reg.learningstream.com/reg/event_page.aspx…
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/2026-roper-romp-and-friends/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260515T200000
DTSTAMP:20260427T151351Z
CREATED:20260427T151350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260427T151351Z
UID:10005288-1778864400-1778875200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Spring into the Arts 2026
DESCRIPTION:Color the Creek\, ACCBC\, and Small Business Battle Creek are proud to announce the return of Spring into the Arts to Downtown Battle Creek! \nJoin us for a Downtown art walk and competition on Friday\, May 15 from 5–8 PM!\n???? 20+ Featured artists at Downtown businesses\n???? Explore pop-up galleries\, meet artists\, and support local businesses\n????️ Cast your vote for your favorite artwork\n???? Prizes: $1500 (1st)\, $1\,000 (2nd)\, $500 (3rd)\n✨ Free + open to the public! \nArtists can submit applications at: www.colorthecreek.com/springarts \nCome celebrate community\, creativity\, and Spring in Downtown Battle Creek!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/spring-into-the-arts-2026/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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ORGANIZER;CN="Color the Creek":MAILTO:colorthecreek@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260314T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260314T190000
DTSTAMP:20260309T135451Z
CREATED:20260209T145234Z
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UID:10005096-1773500400-1773514800@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:St. Practice Day Pub Crawl
DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, March 14th | 3-7pm \nBecause nobody should go into St. Patrick’s Day untrained. \nWe’re bringing back the chaos with Saint Practice Day Pub Crawl — a full-on practice run for green beer\, poor decisions\, and pretending you’re Irish for a day. ????\n(Practice. For Saint Patrick’s Day. Get it?) \nExpect a Downtown Battle Creek pub crawl featuring:\n• Free event specific T-shirt to the 1st 50 participants\n• Shenanigans\n• Games & prizes\n• Questionable choices made confidently \nParticipating stops\n• Cafe Rica – STARTING POINT – SHIRTS WILL BE GIVEN OUT HERE\n• The Griffin\n• New Holland Brewing\n• The Cricket\n• Handmap Brewing Co.\n• Gull Lake Distilling\n• Uproot Market & Eatery \nStart stretching. Wear green. Don’t pace yourself. ????????
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/st-practice-day-pub-crawl/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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ORGANIZER;CN="Penetrator Events":MAILTO:gopenetrator@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251206T200000
DTSTAMP:20251118T164142Z
CREATED:20251118T164142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251118T164142Z
UID:10005049-1765029600-1765051200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:SANTA CRAWLS - Battle Creek's Merry Mayhem Bar Crawl
DESCRIPTION:???? SANTA CRAWLS – Battle Creek’s Merry Mayhem Bar Crawl! ????\nSaturday\, December 6th | 2–8 PM\n(Yes… right alongside all the magic of Winter Wanderland!) \nDowntown is turning into a full-blown holiday playground\, and you’re invited to jingle\, mingle\, and maybe cause a little festive chaos at the very first SANTA CRAWLS. Dress as Santa\, the Grinch\, or Ralphie in that iconic pink bunny suit — the more ridiculous\, the merrier. \nBREWS & BEATS TROLLEY IS BACK DEPENDING ON THE WEATHER. This will have a fee attached to the trolley rides. \nHop on this holiday party sleigh as it loops Downtown\, delivering you safely from bar to bar while spreading questionable amounts of cheer.\n???? Your jolly crawl stops:\n• Café Rica\n• The Griffin\n• New Holland Brewing\n• The Cricket\n• Handmap Brewing Co.\n• Gull Lake Distilling\n• Uproot Market & Eatery \nEvery stop will be decked out with costume contests\, giveaways\, and more holiday spirit than should legally be allowed. \n✨ AND WHILE YOU’RE DOWNTOWN… WINTER WANDERLAND IS IN FULL SWING! \nBetween crawl stops\, enjoy:\n• The Holiday Market at the DoubleTree Atrium\n• Cookie decorating\n• Santa meet & greet\n• Live entertainment\n• Holiday photo ops\n• Family-friendly activities\n• Horse-drawn carriage rides (these fill up fast) \n❄️ Two epic events.\nGet ready to crawl\, sip\, snack\, shop\, and sleigh your way through Battle Creek.\nSANTA CRAWLS is coming to town and you better be ready. ????✨
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/santa-crawls-battle-creeks-merry-mayhem-bar-crawl/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Penetrator Events":MAILTO:gopenetrator@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251122T174000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251122T194000
DTSTAMP:20250902T152728Z
CREATED:20250902T152728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T152728Z
UID:10003142-1763833200-1763840400@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:45th Annual Battle Creek Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:This year’s Battle Creek Christmas Parade\, organized and sponsored by the Harper Creek Optimist Club\, is going to be great! \nMore details on parade route will be posted the week of the event. \nBe sure to get your group registered before it’s too late! The last two years we were busting at the seams of lineup space and parade length. To ensure safety and enjoyment of all\, registration may close early if space is maxed. \nRegister here: https://app.paradecloud.com/…/3f9384eb7f5738e9c844c520e…
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/45th-annual-battle-creek-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T190000
DTSTAMP:20250908T193504Z
CREATED:20250908T180817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T193504Z
UID:10003153-1762009200-1762023600@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:CRAWL-O-WEEN | Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:???? Battle Creek’s First CRAWL-O-WEEN! ????\nSaturday\, November 1st | 3–7 PM \nThe costumes aren’t done haunting Downtown just yet… Join us for the very first CRAWL-O-WEEN! \n???? The first 50 souls to sign in at Cafe Rica between 3–4 PM will claim an official CRAWL-O-WEEN T-shirt. \n????️ The Brews & Beats Trolley will creep through Downtown all afternoon\, offering $5 rides to ferry you from bar to bar. \n???? Your haunted stops include:\n• Cafe Rica\n• The Griffin\n• New Holland Brewing\n• The Cricket\n• Handmap Brewing Co.\n• Gull Lake Distilling\n• Uproot Market & Eatery \nEvery tavern is cursed with fun—expect costume contests and prizes at every stop\, with the final showdown (and ultimate prize) at New Holland\, 6:30 PM.\nThe witching hour may have passed\, but the crawl has just begun…
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/crawl-o-ween-downtown-battle-creek/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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ORGANIZER;CN="Penetrator Events":MAILTO:gopenetrator@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251101T160000
DTSTAMP:20251016T133114Z
CREATED:20251016T133114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251016T133114Z
UID:10003190-1762002000-1762012800@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Trunk or Treat & 5K | Holmes Fitness
DESCRIPTION:Public trunk or treat and 5k. \nThe 5k starts at 1pm so arrive early to get the route. \nThe trunk or treat will start at 3pm and end at 4pm.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/trunk-or-treat-5k-holmes-fitness/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Active,Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Holmes Fitness LLC":MAILTO:Cdholmes33@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251026T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251026T200000
DTSTAMP:20251002T152047Z
CREATED:20251002T152046Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T152047Z
UID:10003176-1761498000-1761508800@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:HallowCreek Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:AutoMODIFIED is back downtown to host our Annual Trunk or Treat! We will be shutting down Michigan Ave from Hamblin Ave to Capital Ave\, as well as a portion of Jackson St. Sunday October 26th from 5-8pm. This is a free event for everyone. All vehicles are welcome to attend\, you will be lined up downtown Michigan Ave with one goal in mind. Pass out as much Candy to the kids that you can!! Every year we host this event and we hope this one will be the biggest one yet. Please respect the area\, no burnouts allowed\, we ask that any movies playing in cars must be kid friendly\, along with the music. We will be working in conjunction with Battle Creek Small Business Development. AutoMODIFIED staff will be at the gates so please respect their wishes. Please share this\, spread the word and let’s pack the town for all the local children to come out to a safe\, family friendly environment to go Trick or Treating at!! We will be having a few trophies for Best Halloween Costume & Best Decorated Cars\, those will be announced at 8pm. We are actively looking for donations or candy (sealed unopened packages) as well as other sponsors for this event.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/hallowcreek-trunk-or-treat-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251017T200000
DTSTAMP:20251002T152503Z
CREATED:20251002T152502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251002T152503Z
UID:10003177-1760720400-1760731200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Fall into the Arts - Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:Color the Creek\, ACCBC\, and Small Business Battle Creek are proud to announce the return of Fall into the Arts to Downtown Battle Creek! \nJoin us for a Downtown art walk and competition on Friday\, October 17 from 5–8 PM! \n???? Up to 15 featured artists at Downtown businesses\n???? Explore pop-up galleries\, meet artists\, and support local businesses\n????️ Cast your vote for your favorite artist\n???? Prizes: $2\,000 (1st)\, $1\,000 (2nd)\, $500 (3rd)\n✨ Free + open to the public! \nArtists can apply here: www.colorthecreek.com/fallarts \nCome celebrate community\, creativity\, and fall in Downtown Battle Creek!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/fall-into-the-arts-downtown-battle-creek/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Inspired
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ORGANIZER;CN="Color the Creek":MAILTO:colorthecreek@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250920T140000
DTSTAMP:20250812T154730Z
CREATED:20250714T163428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250812T154730Z
UID:10003086-1758369600-1758376800@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Duck Diabetes - Human and Rubber Duck Race
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a human and rubber duck race to help raise funds for our sweet friends.\nTo buy a duck\, or floatie and be in the race or be a sponsor\, click here:https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/duck-diabetes\nAll funds raised will help those with diabetes to offset their substantial medical costs.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/duck-diabetes-human-and-rubber-duck-race/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Active,Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Penetrator Events":MAILTO:gopenetrator@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250809T210000
DTSTAMP:20250716T155006Z
CREATED:20250609T182216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250716T155006Z
UID:10003001-1754755200-1754773200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Cruise The Creek 2025
DESCRIPTION:AutoMODIFIED would like to present Cruise The Creek for 2025. This event has taken place in Battle Creek for years. As always it will be a great time!! The Car Show is free to attend\, and anyone is welcome. Restrictions for vehicles this year will be anything Classic 25 years (2000) and older\, as well as Customized Modern Vehicles. We welcome Families and Friends to all come out. This event will take place from 4pm-9pm in the downtown area. We will have a donation box for a Charity at our main event tent. We will also have the Battle Creek City Police there working with us throughout the day. AutoMODIFIED is happy to be working with the City of Battle Creek and the Small Business Development Office. We ask everyone to respect both the Police and our Staff at the barricades. Lookout for our flyer to be posted as well as a few new rules for this year. As always\, we encourage anyone with classic rides to join us as we all love classic cars. So don’t miss out on this amazing event. Let’s have one amazing Cruise this year. Share this event listing and let’s Cruise The Creek!!!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/cruise-the-creek-2025/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250718T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250718T210000
DTSTAMP:20250613T135923Z
CREATED:20250609T140219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250613T135923Z
UID:10002996-1752865200-1752872400@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:BC Pride Week | Pride Parade & Drag Show
DESCRIPTION:Walking in the Battle Creek Pride Parade is a vibrant and empowering experience\, where people of all identities unite to celebrate love\, equality\, and inclusivity. As you march through the streets\, you become part of a powerful movement\, showing your support for the 2SLGBTQ+ community and standing up for acceptance and visibility. Surrounded by colorful floats\, uplifting music\, and the joy of shared pride\, walking in the parade is not just an event—it’s a statement that love and unity triumph over hate. \nAfter the parade\, join us at Café Rica for a drag show hosted and produced by your current reigning Mx. Battle Creek Pride\, Sasha Bank$ and show some love to your entertainers!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/bc-pride-week-pride-parade-drag-show/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250614T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250614T120000
DTSTAMP:20250305T185051Z
CREATED:20250305T185048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250305T185051Z
UID:10002456-1749888000-1749902400@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:National Cereal Festival 2025
DESCRIPTION:National Cereal Festival June 14\, 2025! If you are unfamiliar\, this signature festival highlights Battle Creek’s heritage as the birthplace of the cereal industry and is a tradition that has drawn people far and wide for over 50 years. \nThe Cereal Festival will take place on Saturday\, June 14\, 2025\, on McCamly St. starting at Michigan to Hamblin Ave.\, from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Festival activities include live music\, entertainment\, vendors and children’s activities. The vendors will operate from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. The event is held rain or shine! \nFor any questions or additional information contact Kelly Walden at kwalden@kelloggarena.com or Kaycie Chrystan at kchrystan@kelloggarena.com \nVisit kelloggarena.com for sponsorship and vendor opportunities!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/national-cereal-festival-2025/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250613T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250613T200000
DTSTAMP:20250331T143128Z
CREATED:20250331T143128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250331T143128Z
UID:10002518-1749839400-1749844800@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Cereal Festival Parade
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Cereal Parade will be held Friday\, June 13\, 2025\, starting at 6:30pm \n\nJoin us for the kick-off of National Cereal Festival 2025! Parade route will be located downtown Battle Creek on VanBuren from the Kool Center to McCamly and then right on McCamly\, right on Michigan\, right back to the Kool Center. Parade and registration are FREE of charge! \n\nThank you to our 2025 Grand Marshal: Bobby Holley! \n\nRegister for the 2025 parade HERE: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdVj-5Ijx6tgsxBmPllt99hg5cvqKGTrAzippYQIjZj738v8g/viewform
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/cereal-festival-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241207T183000
DTSTAMP:20241122T204635Z
CREATED:20241122T204635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241122T204635Z
UID:10002313-1733592600-1733596200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Tinsel Toes 5k
DESCRIPTION:ABOUT: \nRegister here… https://runsignup.com/Race/MI/BattleCreek/TinselToes5K \nThe Tinsel Toes 5k is a festive\, family fun run through the beautiful light displays in Downtown Battle Creek. The Tinsel Toes 5k is open to runners and walkers\, and is stroller friendly. This is not a timed event. \nFestive fun is sure to be had with fun photo booth opportunities\, free course photos\, and fun prize opportunities (see the awards section to learn about how you can win). \nThe Tinsel Toes 5k is proud to partner with Girls on the Run of Calhoun County as a charity partner. Read more about the partnership HERE. \nAWARDS: \nWhile the Tinsel Toes 5k is a non-timed fun run\, we still give you a chance at the podium! Awards are given in the following categories: \n\nUgliest Sweater\nMost Festive\nMost Festive Family/Group\nMost Lit Up\nMost Festive Volunteer\n\nThe be eligible to win an award\, participants must visit the Girls on the Run team at the judging table. Awards will take place indoors at 6:30 pm. \nCOURSE: \nThe Tinsel Toes 5k winds through Downtown Battle Creek utilizing roads\, sidewalks and the Linear Path. Participants get to experience almost all of the Festival of Lights displays\, including the 12 Days of Christmas. The course is stroller and family friendly with little elevation. \n 
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/tinsel-toes-5k-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Active
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cereal City Athletics":MAILTO:info@cerealcityathletics.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241123T174000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241123T200000
DTSTAMP:20241021T133117Z
CREATED:20241021T133055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T133117Z
UID:10002258-1732383600-1732392000@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Battle Creek Christmas Parade
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for it…..more details soon. \nThis year’s theme is “Songs of Christmas” \nThe Battle Creek Christmas Parade has been produced and presented by the Harper Creek Optimist Club for the last 44 years (except in 2020\, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic)\, as our gift to the Greater Battle Creek Area.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/battle-creek-christmas-parade/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241101T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241101T230000
DTSTAMP:20240226T185456Z
CREATED:20240226T185455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T185456Z
UID:10001103-1730473200-1730502000@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays Live Music | Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to announce “First Fridays Live Music” starting April 5th in Downtown Battle Creek. Each first Friday of the month\, starting in April\, we will be supporting live music at downtown bars and restaurants through November! \nThis project is the creation of Freedom City\, Penetrator Events and Small Business Battle Creek in support of Downtown Businesses and local artists.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/first-fridays-live-music-downtown-battle-creek-7/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Office%2C City of Battle Creek":MAILTO:smallbusinessinfo@battlecreekmi.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241027T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241027T200000
DTSTAMP:20241017T130425Z
CREATED:20241017T130403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241017T130425Z
UID:10002254-1730048400-1730059200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:HallowCreek Trunk or Treat
DESCRIPTION:AutoMODIFIED is back downtown to host our Annual Trunk or Treat! We will be shutting down Michigan Ave from Hamblin Ave to Capital Ave\, as well as a portion of Jackson St. Sunday October 27th from 5-8pm. This is a free event for everyone. All vehicles are welcome to attend\, you will be lined up downtown Michigan Ave with one goal in mind. Pass out as much Candy to the kids that you can!! Every year we host this event and we hope this one will be the biggest one yet. Please respect the area\, no burnouts allowed\, we ask that any movies playing in cars must be kid friendly\, along with the music. We will be working in conjunction with Battle Creek Small Business Development. AutoMODIFIED staff will be at the gates so please respect their wishes. Please share this\, spread the word and let’s pack the town for all the local children to come out to a safe\, family friendly environment to go Trick or Treating at!! We will be having a few trophies for Best Halloween Costume & Best Decorated Cars\, those will be announced at 8pm. We are actively looking for donations or candy (sealed unopened packages) as well as other sponsors for this event.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/hallowcreek-trunk-or-treat/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20241004T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20241004T230000
DTSTAMP:20241004T191445Z
CREATED:20240226T185413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241004T191445Z
UID:10001102-1728054000-1728082800@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays Live Music | Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:It’s officially spooky season in Downtown Battle Creek! Come enjoy Fall vibes and Live entertainment at 4 Downtown venues \n\n\n\nHere’s what to expect tonight (Oct 4) –\n\n\n Live Band at Handmap Brewing\n\n\nDancing at Bread & Basket – BC\n\n\n Live Music at New Holland\n\n\n Comedy Night at The Cricket \n\n\n\nThere’s something for everyone! \n\n\n\nFirst Fridays is brought to you by: Freedom City\, Penetrator Events\, ACCBC\, Small Business Battle Creek\, and Battle Creek Unlimited
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/first-fridays-live-music-downtown-battle-creek-6/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Office%2C City of Battle Creek":MAILTO:smallbusinessinfo@battlecreekmi.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240906T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240906T230000
DTSTAMP:20240226T185340Z
CREATED:20240226T185340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T185340Z
UID:10001101-1725634800-1725663600@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays Live Music | Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to announce “First Fridays Live Music” starting April 5th in Downtown Battle Creek. Each first Friday of the month\, starting in April\, we will be supporting live music at downtown bars and restaurants through November! \nThis project is the creation of Freedom City\, Penetrator Events and Small Business Battle Creek in support of Downtown Businesses and local artists.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/first-fridays-live-music-downtown-battle-creek-5/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Office%2C City of Battle Creek":MAILTO:smallbusinessinfo@battlecreekmi.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240810T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240810T210000
DTSTAMP:20240729T131322Z
CREATED:20240708T154030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240729T131322Z
UID:10001898-1723305600-1723323600@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Cruise the Creek 2024
DESCRIPTION:AutoMODIFIED would like to present Cruise The Creek for 2024. This event has taken place in Battle Creek for years. As always it will be a great time!! The Car Show is free to attend\, and anyone is welcome. Restrictions for vehicles this year will be anything Classic 25 years (1999) and older\, as well as Customized Modern Vehicles. We welcome Families and Friends to all come out. This event will take place from 4pm-9pm in the downtown area. We will have a donation box for a Charity at our main event tent. We will also have the Battle Creek City Police there working with us throughout the day. AutoMODIFIED is happy to be working with the City of Battle Creek and the Small Business Development Office. We ask everyone to respect both the Police and our Staff at the barricades. Lookout for our flyer to be posted as well as a few new rules for this year. As always\, we encourage anyone with classic rides to join us as we all love classic cars. So don’t miss out on this amazing event. Let’s have one amazing Cruise this year. Share this event listing and let’s Cruise The Creek!!!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/cruise-the-creek-2024/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240802T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240802T230000
DTSTAMP:20240801T144658Z
CREATED:20240226T184426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240801T144658Z
UID:10001100-1722610800-1722639600@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays Live Music | Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:It’s time for another First Friday in Downtown Battle Creek! As always\, the first Friday of the month\, Downtown is the place to find Live Entertainment in Battle Creek! \nHere’s what to expect this Friday Aug 2 – \n???? Live Vocalist\, Pianist\, Drum Trio at Clara’s on the River\n???? Live Band at Handmap Brewing\n???? Live Band at New Holland\n???? Comedy Night at The Cricket\n???? Live Vocalist at Bread & Basket – BC\n✋ Vibe @ 5 at Friendship Park \nThere’s something for everyone!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/first-fridays-live-music-downtown-battle-creek-4/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Office%2C City of Battle Creek":MAILTO:smallbusinessinfo@battlecreekmi.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240719T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240719T200000
DTSTAMP:20240311T192257Z
CREATED:20240311T192256Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240311T192257Z
UID:10001158-1721415600-1721419200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Battle Creek Pride Parade
DESCRIPTION:Time: Kickoff at 7pm\nLocation: Michigan Ave. From Washington to Commerce Point. \nOn Friday\, July 19th\, we’ll take over downtown Battle Creek during the annual BC Pride Parade.
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/battle-creek-pride-parade-2/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240705T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240705T230000
DTSTAMP:20240703T201454Z
CREATED:20240702T194127Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T201454Z
UID:10001099-1720191600-1720220400@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays Live Music | Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to announce “First Fridays Live Music” starting April 5th in Downtown Battle Creek. Each first Friday of the month\, starting in April\, we will be supporting live music at downtown bars and restaurants through November! \nThis project is the creation of Freedom City\, Penetrator Events and Small Business Battle Creek in support of Downtown Businesses and local artists. \nJuly’s First Fridays Music Venues include: \nClara’s on the River – 6 PM \nBread & Basket – 6-8 PM \nNew Holland Brewing – 7-10 PM \nTorti Taco Bar and Grill – 5-9 PM \nThe Cricket – 8 PM \nFriendship Park – Vibe @ 5 PM
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/first-fridays-live-music-downtown-battle-creek-9/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Office%2C City of Battle Creek":MAILTO:smallbusinessinfo@battlecreekmi.gov
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240608T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20240226T192637Z
CREATED:20240226T192637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240226T192637Z
UID:10001109-1717833600-1717848000@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Cereal Festival 2024
DESCRIPTION:The National Cereal Festival WILL return June 8\, 2024! \nWe are so excited to announce that National Cereal Festival will be back June 8\, 2024! If you are unfamiliar\, this signature festival highlights Battle Creek’s heritage as the birthplace of the cereal industry and is a tradition that has drawn people far and wide for over 50 years. \nThis family-friendly festival includes a variety of entertainment; live music\, children’s activities\, inflatables\, and of course FREE cereal for all! \nThis year’s entertainment will feature Taylor Swift cover artist: Kanin Wren with opener\, Sage! \nDowntown Battle Creek\, June 8\, 2024\, 8am-12pm\, FREE Community Event! \nEntertainment and parade information coming soon!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/cereal-festival-2024/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240607T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240607T193000
DTSTAMP:20240307T195424Z
CREATED:20240307T195424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T195424Z
UID:10001140-1717785000-1717788600@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:Grand Cereal Parade 2024
DESCRIPTION:The Grand Cereal Parade will be held Friday\, June 7\, 2024\, starting at 6:30pm \nJoin us for the kick-off of National Cereal Festival 2024! Parade route will be located downtown Battle Creek on VanBuren from the Kool Center to McCamly and then right on McCamly\, right on Michigan\, right back to the Kool Center. \nPARADE SIGN UP INFORMATION COMING SOON!
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/grand-cereal-parade-2024/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained,Get Local
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20240607T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20240607T230000
DTSTAMP:20240605T192411Z
CREATED:20240226T184344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T192411Z
UID:10001098-1717772400-1717801200@smallbusinessbattlecreek.com
SUMMARY:First Fridays Live Music | Downtown Battle Creek
DESCRIPTION:We are proud to announce “First Fridays Live Music” starting April 5th in Downtown Battle Creek. Each first Friday of the month\, starting in April\, we will be supporting live music at downtown bars and restaurants through November! \nThis project is the creation of Freedom City\, Penetrator Events and Small Business Battle Creek in support of Downtown Businesses and local artists. \nJune’s First Fridays Live Music Venues include: \nBread & Basket LLC \nNew Holland Brewing \nClara’s on the River \nTorti Taco Bar and Grill \nThe Cricket \nCafé Rica
URL:https://smallbusinessbattlecreek.com/event/first-fridays-live-music-downtown-battle-creek-3/
LOCATION:Downtown Battle Creek\, Battle Creek\, MI\, 49017\, United States
CATEGORIES:Get Entertained
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ORGANIZER;CN="Small Business Development Office%2C City of Battle Creek":MAILTO:smallbusinessinfo@battlecreekmi.gov
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