Downtown Battle Creek will be sparkling with festive cheer on Saturday, December 7th for the Downtown Christmas Festival from 4-7 p.m. Don’t forget to see Santa at the Community Building in the park that morning from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. Bring the whole family for an evening full of holiday fun and community spirit. Enjoy ornament making, crafts, cookie decorating, sleigh rides, and a festive photo booth perfet for capturing your holiday memories. Kids (and adults) can add a little sparkle with hair tinsel, while everyone soaks up the warm glow of the season.

The highlight of the night will be the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:30 p.m., when the community comes together with a special appearance from Santa to light up downtown and officially welcome the magic of Christmas.