Cereal City Buzz: Event Guide (Feb 25 – Mar 10)

 

Your bi-weekly roundup of culinary festivals, legendary comedy, and winter theater in Battle Creek, Marshall, and Albion.

 

As we leave February behind and march into spring, the Cereal City area is bursting with entertainment.

 

Whether you want to laugh until you cry with comedy legends, feast on local BBQ and mac & cheese, or start dreaming of summer camping trips, the next two weeks have you covered.

 

Here is your guide to the action.

 

Week 1: Cheese, Comedy & Cuisine (Feb 25 – Mar 3)

 

Bring your appetite to this week's lineup, featuring a city-wide dining event, a massive food festival at the arena, and top-tier stand-up comedy.

 

• Marshall Restaurant Week

  • When: Wednesday, Feb 25 – Sunday, Mar 1

  • Where: Downtown Marshall

  • The Scoop: The best week to eat out in Marshall continues. Participating local restaurants offer special menus and pricing, making it the perfect excuse to skip cooking.

• Lewis Black: Live

  • When: Friday, Feb 27 | 8:00 PM

  • Where: FireKeepers Casino Hotel

  • The Scoop: The King of Rant returns! Catch the two-time Grammy winner and legendary comedian for a night of sharp wit and hilarity as part of his post-tour exclusive performances.

• Movie Premiere: "Scream 7"

  • When: Opens Friday, Feb 27

  • Where: Bohm Theatre (Albion)

  • The Scoop: Ghostface is back. Be among the first to see the latest installment of the iconic slasher franchise. Tickets are just $5.00 for showings before 5:00 PM.

• Que The Cheese: BBQ + Mac & Cheese Festival

  • When: Saturday, Feb 28 | 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM

  • Where: Kellogg Arena

  • The Scoop: A foodie's dream mash-up. Sample smoky BBQ and ooey-gooey mac & cheese creations all under one roof.

• Michigan ProStart Competition

  • When: Monday, Mar 2 | 8:00 AM

  • Where: Kellogg Arena

  • The Scoop: Watch high school students from across the state compete in culinary management, knife cuts, and tabletop design.

• Blues at the Bohm: James Armstrong

  • When: Monday, Mar 2 | 7:00 PM

  • Where: Bohm Theatre (Albion)

  • The Scoop: Enjoy an evening with James Armstrong, a dynamic blues artist known for shifting his guitar playing from a whisper to a growl.

 

Week 2: Campers, Comedians & Theater (Mar 4 – Mar 10)

 

The first full week of March offers a pivot to stage performances, fine art, and the region's biggest RV expo.

 

• Youth Art Class: AS3

  • When: Thursdays starting Mar 5 | 2:45 PM – 4:15 PM

  • Where: Eastend Studio & Gallery (Marshall)

  • The Scoop: A great after-school general art program for kids ages 10-17.

• Theater: "The Foreigner"

  • When: Opens Thursday, Mar 5 | 7:00 PM

  • Where: Great Escape Stage Company (Marshall)

  • The Scoop: A touching and hilarious comedy set in a rural Georgia fishing lodge. Evening shows run Thursday through Saturday, with a Sunday matinee at 3:00 PM.

• Comedy: The Second City

  • When: Friday, Mar 6

  • Where: The Franke Center for the Arts (Marshall)

  • The Scoop: Legendary improv and sketch comedy comes to Marshall! The Second City is celebrating 65 years of laughter with an all-new show.

• MARVAC 39th Battle Creek RV & Camping Show

  • When: Friday, Mar 6 – Sunday, Mar 8

  • Where: Kellogg Arena

  • The Scoop: Start planning your summer adventures! Tour new RVs, meet with dealers, and browse multiple exhibitor booths to find a rig for any budget.

Save the Date

• Booze at the Bohm: An Irish Whiskey tasting series kicks off on Mar 11.

• Showstopper Dance Competition: Hitting Kellogg Arena on Mar 13.

• Casino Night in the Shops: A fun shopping event in downtown Marshall on Mar 14.

• George Thorogood & The Destroyers: Bringing high-energy rock to FireKeepers on Mar 27.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is "Scream 7" at the Bohm Theatre appropriate for kids?

A: No. As part of the iconic horror/slasher franchise, this film is aimed at adults and older teens. If you are looking for family entertainment, the RV & Camping Show at Kellogg Arena is a great all-ages option.

 

Q: Are there tickets left for Lewis Black at FireKeepers?

A: Yes, as of right now, tickets are still available starting at $29. Because this is an exclusive performance following his final world tour, it is highly recommended that you secure your seats immediately.

 

Q: What is the "Michigan ProStart Competition"?

A: It is a high-energy, two-day event where high school culinary and hospitality students from across Michigan showcase their skills. They compete in fast-paced categories like culinary management and knife cuts, judged by leading industry professionals.