Battle Creek lists Veterans Day service changes for November 11th

Battle Creek residents should expect several city-office changes on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026, while recreation, trash collection and public transportation will largely continue on normal schedules for Veterans Day.

All City of Battle Creek administrative offices will be closed for the holiday.

Regular city-office hours of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. will resume Thursday, November 12th.

Full Blast Recreation Center will remain open for its normal Wednesday hours.

The center’s seasonal weekday schedule is 6 a.m. to 9 p.m., with weekend hours of 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Republic Services will operate Wednesday, so the city does not expect Veterans Day to delay garbage, recycling or yard-waste pickups.

Curbside yard-waste collection is scheduled to continue through Friday, December 4th, 2026.

Ride Calhoun administrative offices will be closed, but RC Max bus service, RC Move paratransit and RC Flex on-demand transportation will run their normal schedules.

Riders should still check their usual route or reservation information before traveling, especially if their plans depend on a timed connection.

Residents who need city information while offices are closed can use the city website and its official social-media channels.

The holiday changes affect administrative access, not emergency services.

For emergencies, residents should continue to call 911.

The city’s reminder is intended to help residents avoid an unnecessary trip to a closed office while confirming which everyday services remain available.

Q: Are Battle Creek city offices open on November 11th?

A: No. Administrative offices are closed Wednesday, November 11th, 2026, and reopen Thursday, November 12th.

Q: Will trash and recycling be delayed?

A: No delay is expected because Republic Services will operate on Wednesday.

Q: Will Ride Calhoun transportation operate?

A: Yes. RC Max, RC Move and RC Flex will run normal schedules, although Ride Calhoun’s administrative offices will be closed.