Welcome to Calhoun County
When It Comes To Good Family Fun, We Bring More To The Breakfast Table
Welcome to Calhoun County. Located in Southwest Michigan, we’re home to Battle Creek, the birthplace of Cornflakes. Don’t miss out on the summer Cereal Festival or the awesome things we have going on all year round. Including the cities of Marshall and Albion, we have world-changing history, lots of green spaces, giraffes to feed at the zoo, some of the best golf in the country, and a Vegas-style casino. And don’t miss out on all of the delightful restaurants and breweries. We are sure your visit will be full of great memories and good times.
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Calhoun County Stories
View All StoriesPlan a trip with Toddlers
Toddlers are full of energy and Calhoun County has plenty of opportunities to get your kids moving. Anybodies Playground in Battle Creek Any kid can play on this large play structure, designed to be accessible…
Pick Your Pairing
It’s worth driving in pursuit of a great brew. But once you’re there, what else is there to do? Here are our suggestions for brewery/activity pairings: Albion Malleable Brewing Co. pairs well with…
What are the top three ice cream flavors at True North?
What are the top three customer favorites at True North Ice Cream? It all comes down to the classics. #1 Vanilla Bean This wholesome ice cream is flecked with imported vanilla beans. It’s a testament to…
Field of Flight 101: Everything you need to have fun
Battle Creek’s biggest festival celebrates flight – whether it’s hot air balloons, jet planes, Ferris wheels or…
5 Reasons we love Station 66
Station 66 is a little roadside attraction that does triple duty as a market, cafe and ice cream parlor. Vintage pop bottles People of a…
Itineraries
Choose a fall activity in Calhoun County based on your zodiac sign
Aries Cocktails Maybe the only thing an Aries likes more than running a marathon is a nice cocktail hour. Get…
Plan your own Cozy Fall Crawl
The weather may be blustery, but it’s a good excuse to get cozy. We recommend taking a cozy fall crawl…
Calhoun County Fair: What you need to know
Saddle up, because the Calhoun County Fair gates open up on Saturday, Aug. 10. While it’s a big week…
Field of Flight 101: Everything you need to have fun
Battle Creek’s biggest festival celebrates flight – whether it’s hot air balloons, jet…
The gators are ready to say ‘hello’ at Critchlow’s
It’s not exactly Jurassic Park, but there are a lot of reptiles with large teeth at Critchlow’s…
Home Tour 101
Home Tour Travels to the Country This Year Anyone who drives through Marshall instantly notices the…
Meet Sojourner Truth: A Michigan heroine
Sojourner Truth’s story comes alive in Battle Creek Sojourner Truth was a dynamic voice for abolition…
5 must-see vehicles at Gilmore Car Museum
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How Battle Creek became the Cereal City
There have been entire books written about how the cereal industry got its start in Battle Creek…
Take a tour of African-American history in Battle Creek
Perry Sanford escaped from a Kentucky plantation, avoided slave catchers and ended up in Battle Creek. He was…
Don't skip the fries at these five restaurants in Calhoun County
Copper Athletic Club in Marshall is known for their signature fries, which are different from anywhere else…
Pick Your Pairing
It’s worth driving in pursuit of a great brew. But once you’re there, what else is there to do?…
What are the top three ice cream flavors at True North?
What are the top three customer favorites at True North Ice Cream? It all comes down to the classics. #1…
Dining Al Fresco in Calhoun County
Here in Calhoun County, we have a knack for two things— delicious food and the great outdoors…
Field of Flight 101: Everything you need to have fun
Battle Creek’s biggest festival celebrates flight – whether it’s hot air balloons, jet…
Field of Flight 101: Everything you need to have fun
Battle Creek’s biggest festival celebrates flight – whether it’s hot air balloons, jet…
New Story Community Books has your next favorite read
New Story Community Books put “community” in the name because owners Tom and Kimberly Batterson…
Find the Art Lovers Experience
We know what you like: Artwork, coffee, music and the smell of books. Half a day If you’re here for…
Battle Creek’s coolest event is Color the Creek
The August weather will be hot, but Battle Creek will be cool with a major art event that happens for an…
Find treasure while shopping in downtown Marshall
Look around downtown Marshall, and you’ll see a lot: books, doughnuts, antique chandeliers, toys…