Free events in Calhoun County, MI

Atomic Annie returns to Battle Creek for the Vibe @ 5 concert series at Friendship Park with a fun set of rock and pop hits. The concert is free and open to all ages. Guests can bring a bag chair, wear dancing shoes, and come with an appetite, since food trucks will be on site.

Vibe@5 features Atomic Annie at Friendship Park, delivering free, all-ages live music in the heart of downtown Battle Creek. Bring a lawn chair, enjoy cold drinks and summer fun, and grab a bite from the Ultimate Chef N Catering food truck. Because Friendship Park is part of Downtown Battle Creek’s Social District, drinks purchased from participating downtown businesses can be enjoyed at the event. If rain moves in, the concert shifts indoors to Handmap Brewing, with updates shared by Kellogg Arena. Presented by Battle Creek Honda.

Enjoy an evening of live music downtown Battle Creek with Vibe @ 5, featuring Atomic Annie. Bring your lawn chairs and relax in the park atmosphere with free admission for all ages. You can also look forward to food and cold drinks, including a catering food truck, for a fun summer outing.

Marshall Moose 676 presents its annual car show paired with a Jam the Jeep school-supply drive. Every type of vehicle is welcome. There is no entry fee, and participants are encouraged to bring new school supplies to help fill the Jeep, with all donations benefiting Marshall Public Schools. Drivers are asked to pre-register their vehicles to secure a reserved parking spot. Open to active Moose members and qualified guests.

Jam for the Cure - #19 brings a full day of music and activities to Dark Horse Brewing Company. The lineup features Riff-Raff, Megan Rae Band/Rae of Light, His Boy Elroy, Father Stone, and Chameleon, with the performance order subject to change. Beyond the music, enjoy a table-side magician, mini golf with family friendly prizes, T-shirt and other swag sales, a live auction and raffles, a 50/50 drawing, and more. There is no cover. Dark Horse and ROAK Brewing will be pouring, food will be available, and outside food or drinks are not permitted.

AutoMODIFIED is hosting a long-running community car show and cruise in downtown Battle Creek. Admission is free and everyone is welcome, including families and friends. Vehicle eligibility includes classics that are at least 25 years old, model year 2001 and earlier, plus customized modern vehicles. Vendors will be set up in Friendship Park. The Battle Creek City Police will partner with organizers throughout the event, and AutoMODIFIED is working with the City of Battle Creek and the Small Business Development Office. Please follow directions at barricades and be respectful to police and staff. A flyer and additional rules will be shared in advance.

A free, all-ages celebration of Mike and Kat’s wedding featuring live music from Decyphered, First Aid Spray, Tribe 989, Sean Cyphers, and Klinical Trial. Admission is open to everyone.

Angela Davis & Class Act take the stage for a free community concert as part of Swingin' at the Shell. The performance showcases polished musicianship, powerful vocals, and an upbeat set filled with timeless classics, dance favorites, and popular hits that invite plenty of sing-along moments. Bring lawn chairs and enjoy live music that continues a tradition of bringing the community together for more than two decades. Admission is free.

This event features Music Bingo on the patio, with a food truck on site. It is free to attend.

Battle Creek Pride Resource Closet welcomes queer, transgender, and non-binary individuals who are building or refreshing their wardrobe. Visitors can receive fittings and choose from clothing, shoes, accessories, binders, and bras, all available at no cost. No appointment is required.

This summer-long series at the Hollow features free live music every week. Performances are presented at no cost throughout the season.

Thursday Night Commander brings players together at Arcane Games for an evening dedicated to the Commander format. Entry is free, and capacity is limited to 25 players. All kinds of decks are welcome, from high power to casual jank to preconstructed builds, so players at every level can find a table. The focus is on great games, memorable plays, and building a friendly local Commander community.

All summer long, enjoy complimentary live performances Wednesday through Friday each week. Hear live music at no cost as part of a recurring series that runs from midweek into the weekend.