Cereal City Buzz: Event Guide (Apr 1 – Apr 14)

Welcome to April! Spring break is in full swing, and the local calendar is overflowing with family-friendly activities, massive casino concerts, and the return of community craft shows.

Whether you're hunting for Easter eggs, shopping for a new hot tub, or checking out the local open mic scene, the next two weeks are completely booked.

Here is your guide to the action.

Week 1: Pop-Rock, Crafts & Easter Egg Hunts (Apr 1 – 7)

We kick off the month with early 2000s nostalgia and a massive Saturday packed with Easter egg hunts and local artisan crafting.

• Spring Break Carnival in the Shops

  • When: Wednesday, Apr 1 & Thursday, Apr 2 | 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Where: Downtown Marshall

  • The Scoop: The fun continues for the kids! Bring them downtown to participating shops for carnival games and prizes during the final days of their staycation.

• The All-American Rejects

  • When: Thursday, Apr 2 | 8:00 PM

  • Where: FireKeepers Casino Hotel

  • The Scoop: Bring back the early 2000s pop-rock vibes with a huge show at the casino event center. "Gives You Hell" live? Yes, please.

• Homer School's 2nd Annual Spring Craft Show

  • When: Saturday, Apr 4 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

  • Where: Homer Community Schools

  • The Scoop: Support local crafters and artisans at this fantastic spring show! There will be plenty of unique finds, so make sure to stop by the Every Little Thing for Dolls booth to say hi to Nancy Sutherland and check out her incredible handmade doll clothes.

• Easter Egg Hunts Galore!

  • When: Saturday, Apr 4

  • Where: Battle Creek & Marshall

  • The Scoop: Grab your baskets! It's a huge morning for egg hunts.

    • Battle Creek Harley-Davidson: Hosting their "Easter Eggstravaganza" starting at 10:30 AM (featuring a kids' outdoor hunt and an adult in-store golden egg hunt).

• • • Cornwell's Turkeyville: Hosting their massive annual hunt (Pre-registration required).

    • Invigorating Touch: Hosting their Annual Easter Egg Hunt in Battle Creek.

• Monthly Open Mic at UpRoot

  • When: Sunday, Apr 5 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM

  • Where: UpRoot Market

  • The Scoop: Wind down your weekend by supporting local musicians and spoken-word artists at this relaxed community gathering.

Week 2: Symphonies, Spas & Aviation (Apr 8 – 14)

After the Easter weekend, we pivot to major regional expos, classical music, and a high-flying community tradition.

• Master Spas Expo 2026

  • When: Friday, Apr 10 – Sunday, Apr 12

  • Where: Kellogg Arena

  • The Scoop: Thinking about upgrading your backyard this summer? Explore over $1 Million in inventory of premier spas and hot tubs right on the arena floor. Admission is free.

• Battle Creek Symphony: Symphony 5 - American Dream

  • When: Saturday, Apr 11 | 7:30 PM

  • Where: W.K. Kellogg Auditorium

  • The Scoop: Discover the moving history of America's immigrants with Ellis Island: The Dream of America. This promises to be a powerful and sweeping musical performance.

• Mediterranean Tour Dinner

  • When: Saturday, Apr 11

  • Where: Villa on Verona (Marshall)

  • The Scoop: An elegant, curated dining experience exploring Mediterranean cuisine at Marshall's historic boutique hotel. Reservations are essential.

• WMU Annual Alpha Eta Rho Fly-In

  • When: Sunday, Apr 12

  • Where: Battle Creek Executive Airport (WMU College of Aviation)

  • The Scoop: A fantastic annual tradition for aviation enthusiasts and families alike to see aircraft up close and support the collegiate aviation community.

Save the Date

• Showstopper Dance Competition: Taking over Kellogg Arena for a massive free-admission weekend April 17–19.

• Tree and Bird Event: A morning celebrating local wildlife and conservation with the City of Battle Creek on April 18.

• The Joe League Basketball Tournament: Returning to Kellogg Arena on April 25.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do I need to buy tickets to get into the Master Spas Expo?

A: No, admission to the Master Spas Expo at Kellogg Arena (April 10-12) is completely free! You can browse the inventory without an entry fee, and parking is conveniently available in the connected Hamblin Ave. ramp.

Q: Can adults participate in the Easter egg hunts?

A: Yes! While most community hunts are just for kids, Battle Creek Harley-Davidson is offering an adult twist during their "Easter Eggstravaganza" on April 4, featuring an in-store hunt for golden eggs specifically for the grown-ups.

Q: Where can I get tickets for the Battle Creek Symphony's "American Dream" concert?

A: You can purchase tickets for the Saturday evening (April 11) performance online through the Battle Creek Symphony's official website or at the door of the W.K. Kellogg Auditorium, subject to availability.