Live music 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.

CVMA-MI 35-9 Bike Night returns with an evening featuring half-price fried appetizers, $3.50 domestic beers, and live music. Enjoy tasty bites, chilled drinks, and a friendly, laid-back atmosphere all night long.

This summer series blends live performances with food truck fare for a relaxed evening vibe. It continues throughout the season, bringing music alongside meals served from the trucks.

New Wave Festival: Music, Art & Mystics brings together a full day of music, art, and mystic experiences at Leila Arboretum. Expect DJs and live acts on the main stage, a Mystic Emporium with tarot, psychics, and crystals, an Artist Cove with live art and creative experiences, plus a Silent Disco. The festival also features 100+ vendors with art, clothing, handmade goods, and oddities, along with food and drink vendors. Gates open at 12:00 PM, and it runs rain or shine. Kids 12 and under are free with a paid adult.

A thoughtfully curated, all-ages festival returns to Leila Arboretum in Battle Creek, Michigan, celebrating music, art, mystics, and community. New Wave invites people into an experience to be felt rather than simply observed, placing the spotlight on fun, energy, expression, and genuine connection. Attendees often share that they feel immersed in the moment, not standing on the sidelines. Immersive zones such as the Mystic Emporium, the Zen Garden, and Tidal RAVE, along with a diverse lineup of artists and makers, create welcoming spaces to discover fresh sounds, creative work, and memorable moments for every age.

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.

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.

Acclaimed Memphis outfit Ghost Town Blues Band brings an energetic, rootsy sound to Bohm Theatre, a historic venue. The performance features a raw, adventurous approach to the blues, spotlighting cigar box guitars alongside a powerful horn section. Fans of blues and roots music will recognize the group behind Shine, the album that recently reached the top of the Billboard Blues charts.

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

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.