The best things to do in Calhoun County

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Zap Zone

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When cabin fever hits, Zap Zone in Battle Creek is your easy win for high-energy laser tag and a massive arcade that eats boredom for…

775 W Columbia Ave (Battle Creek)

When cabin fever hits, Zap Zone in Battle Creek is your easy win for high-energy laser tag and a massive arcade that eats boredom for lunch. They’re an IAAPA award-winning crew, so expect bright lights, big laughs, and an excuse to call it cardio.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 5, 2026

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Marywood Golf Club

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Marywood Golf Club has that old-school Michigan golf vibe for a reason. Laid out in 1926 by Maurice McCarthy, its rolling, wooded terrain…

21310 North Ave (Battle Creek)

Marywood Golf Club has that old-school Michigan golf vibe for a reason. Laid out in 1926 by Maurice McCarthy, its rolling, wooded terrain and 132 slope from the blues make every round feel earned. Perfect for testing the swing this week, then replaying the flyover to see where it went sideways.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 7, 2026

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GQT West Columbia 7

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GQT West Columbia 7 is freshly remodeled and focused on value, cleanliness and customer care, so it’s easy to settle in and enjoy the show.…

2500 W Columbia Ave (Battle Creek)

GQT West Columbia 7 is freshly remodeled and focused on value, cleanliness and customer care, so it’s easy to settle in and enjoy the show. Between new releases, Flashback Cinema, Summer Flicks and one-night Fathom Events, there’s always something worth grabbing popcorn for this week.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 11, 2026

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JC Cinema

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JC Cinema is serving up current big-screen escapes like Spider-Man: Brand New Day (in 2D or 3D), The Odyssey, Super Troopers 3, and One…

15375 Helmer Rd S (Battle Creek)

JC Cinema is serving up current big-screen escapes like Spider-Man: Brand New Day (in 2D or 3D), The Odyssey, Super Troopers 3, and One Night Only. Round up a friend, sink into the seats, and let someone else do the storytelling this week.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Part executive course, part hangout, Squirrel Hollow Golf Course keeps it fun with a layout for all skill levels and affordable rates for…

12111 Helmer Rd S (Battle Creek)

Part executive course, part hangout, Squirrel Hollow Golf Course keeps it fun with a layout for all skill levels and affordable rates for quick after-work swings. Expect live entertainment, an outdoor and indoor bar, and food trucks... ideal for leagues or a low-stress weekend round.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 1, 2026

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Need a reminder that history lives here? The Underground Railroad Sculpture in Kellogg House Park is a massive bronze tribute to Harriet…

2-10 N Monroe St (Battle Creek)

Need a reminder that history lives here? The Underground Railroad Sculpture in Kellogg House Park is a massive bronze tribute to Harriet Tubman and the network of operators who helped people find freedom, and it doubles as a quiet spot to pause between errands.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, August 31, 2026

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Chase a quick round or make a day of it on the stunning golf course at Riverside Golf Club & Banquet Center, then unwind in the clubhouse…

245 E Columbia Ave (Battle Creek)

Chase a quick round or make a day of it on the stunning golf course at Riverside Golf Club & Banquet Center, then unwind in the clubhouse and pro shop. Leagues, memberships, an events calendar and a legit banquet center make it easy to golf, celebrate, repeat.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 21, 2026

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At Binder Park Golf Course, choose your adventure across three distinct nine-hole tracks, the Natural, Preserve, and Marsh, set among…

7255 B Dr S (Battle Creek)

At Binder Park Golf Course, choose your adventure across three distinct nine-hole tracks, the Natural, Preserve, and Marsh, set among old-growth forests, wetlands, and scenic bluffs.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, August 25, 2026

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With a highly rated golf course, lively tennis and pickleball courts, and a newly renovated Grill room, Battle Creek Country Club is the…

318 Country Club Dr (Battle Creek)

With a highly rated golf course, lively tennis and pickleball courts, and a newly renovated Grill room, Battle Creek Country Club is the go-to spot for locals who like their downtime dialed in. Play a quick nine, hit the courts, then refuel in the Grill while swapping stories that somehow get better after each bite.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 18, 2026

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Hit-Em Here

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Whether your short game needs humbling or the kids need to burn some energy, Hit-Em Here in Battle Creek brings mini-golf courses, a…

1790 E Columbia Ave (Battle Creek)

Whether your short game needs humbling or the kids need to burn some energy, Hit-Em Here in Battle Creek brings mini-golf courses, a driving range, baseball and softball batting cages, indoor golf simulators, and a classic arcade, plus a snack bar. Family-owned for over 40 years, it's an easy win this week.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Leila Arboretum Society in Battle Creek is your easy reset with shady trails, a disc golf course for friendly rounds, the whimsical…

928 W Michigan Ave (Battle Creek)

Leila Arboretum Society in Battle Creek is your easy reset with shady trails, a disc golf course for friendly rounds, the whimsical Kaleidoscope Garden and Fantasy Forest for kids, plus sculptures and the Kingman Museum.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, September 20, 2026

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Cedar Creek Golf Club keeps it simple and fun, with leagues for your weekly grind, junior golf to bring the kids along, memberships if…

14000 Renton Rd (Battle Creek)

Cedar Creek Golf Club keeps it simple and fun, with leagues for your weekly grind, junior golf to bring the kids along, memberships if you’re committed, and a pro shop. Affiliated with Riverside Golf Club and Banquet Center, it’s a low-stress place to swing this week.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, August 30, 2026

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Astro Fun World

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Whether the kids need to burn some energy or you want a zero-stress hang, Astro Fun World in Battle Creek packs glow-in-the-dark mini golf,…

6100 B Dr N (Battle Creek)

Whether the kids need to burn some energy or you want a zero-stress hang, Astro Fun World in Battle Creek packs glow-in-the-dark mini golf, laser tag, go-karts, a kids ropes course with zip line, climbing walls and an arcade that keeps friendly rivalries going.

From the Calhoun County newsletter, August 27, 2026

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