Battle Creek Event Guide: Dec 17 – Dec 31

As we head into the final stretch of 2025, Battle Creek is buzzing with holiday spirit and preparing for a massive New Year's Eve.

 

From a major concert at Kellogg Arena to cozy sing-alongs and high-energy countdowns, here is your guide to the next two weeks.

 

Week 1: Holiday Laughs & Concerts (Dec 17 – 23)

The week leading up to Christmas is packed with major entertainment at the Kellogg Arena and festive community traditions.

 

• Daily Eats: HDI Federal Center Food Truck Parking

  • When: Weekdays (Dec 17-19, 22-23), 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM

  • Where: Champion Street Parking Lot

  • Grab a hot lunch from local favorites rotating through the downtown lot.

• The Merry Mile

  • When: Thursday, Dec 18

  • Where: Calhoun County Fairgrounds

  • Take a drive through the dazzling light display before the season wraps up.

• 'It's a Wonderful Life': 1947 Radio Theatre Live

  • When: Friday, Dec 19

  • Where: Battle Creek Regional History Museum

  • Experience the holiday classic performed as a live 1940s radio broadcast.

• Jingle Bell Laughs 2025

  • When: Friday, Dec 19, 8:00 PM

  • Where: Kellogg Arena

  • Kick off the weekend with a night of comedy featuring Ron Taylor and other special guests.

• Winter Jam 2025: Best of Both Worlds

  • When: Saturday, Dec 20, 7:00 PM

  • Where: Kellogg Arena

  • One of the biggest nights of music in Michigan, featuring Skilla Baby and Jacquees sharing the stage.

• Deer & Elk Live

  • When: Sunday, Dec 21

  • Where: Horrocks & Co.

  • Enjoy live music while you shop for last-minute gourmet gifts.

 

Week 2: The Final Countdown (Dec 24 – 31)

After the Christmas holiday, the focus shifts to ringing in 2026. Whether you want a family-friendly "Noon Year" or an 80s throwback party, there’s a spot for you.

 

• Food Truck Parking (Holiday Schedule)

  • When: Dec 24, 25, 26, 29, 30, 31

  • Where: Champion Street Parking Lot

  • Note: Check specific trucks for holiday hours, but the lot remains a scheduled hub.

• Noon Year's Eve

  • When: Wednesday, Dec 31 (Daytime)

  • Where: Kids 'N' Stuff Children's Museum (Albion)

  • Perfect for families who want to celebrate without staying up until midnight.

  • Haute Chile at FireKeepers

    • When: Wednesday, Dec 31

    • Where: FireKeepers Casino Hotel

    • High-energy entertainment to ring in the new year on the casino floor.