City of Battle Creek Recreation Department

Red, White & Splash!
Celebrate the Fourth of July with us at the waterpark! Cool off, make a splash, and enjoy some all-American deals:
🌭 $1 Hot Dogs
🥤 $1 Fountain Drinks
☀️ Water slides, splash zones, and summer fun all day long!
Skip the heat, grab a bite, and spend your Independence Day poolside with family and friends.

☀️ Tee Ball Cancelation Notice ☀️
Due to the extreme heat and for the safety of our players, coaches, and families, Tee Ball is canceled today.
We know everyone is excited to get out on the field, but keeping our young athletes safe is our top priority. Please stay cool, stay hydrated, and we'll see you back at the ballpark soon! ⚾💙

Good Thursday afternoon, neighbors!

We want to share a reminder about service changes for Full Blast and Flash Flood Waterpark, as we observe the Independence Day holiday Friday and this weekend.

🏋️ Full Blast Recreation Center will be OPEN for regular hours Friday, July 3, and will be CLOSED Saturday, July 4, with regular hours resuming Monday, July 6.

🌊 Flash Flood Waterpark will be OPEN for regular hours on Friday, July 3, OPEN for adjusted hours – of noon to 6 p.m. – on Saturday, July 4, and OPEN for regular hours on Sunday, July 5.

🇺🇸🎆 The City of Battle Creek would like to remind our neighbors of upcoming service changes, in observance of the Independence Day holiday, tomorrow, Friday, July 3. 🎆🇺🇸

City administrative offices
🏛️ All City of Battle Creek administrative offices will be CLOSED Friday, July 3, in observance of the Independence Day holiday.
🏛️ City offices will resume regular business hours, of 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday, July 6.

Full Blast and Flash Flood Waterpark
🏋️ Full Blast Recreation Center will be OPEN for regular hours Friday, July 3, and will be CLOSED Saturday, July 4, with regular hours resuming Monday, July 6.
🌊 Flash Flood Waterpark will be OPEN for regular hours on Friday, July 3, OPEN for adjusted hours – of noon to 6 p.m. – on Saturday, July 4, and OPEN for regular hours on Sunday, July 5.

Ride Calhoun
🚌 Ride Calhoun administrative offices will be CLOSED Friday, July 3, with regular hours resuming Monday, July 6.
🚌 RC MAX (fixed-route bus service), RC MOVE (paratransit service), and RC FLEX (on-demand service) WILL NOT operate Friday, July 3, with regular schedules resuming Monday, July 6.

Republic Services
🗑️♻️ Republic Services will be OPEN Friday, July 3, with no expected pickup delays.

🇺🇸🎆 We hope that our neighbors stay cool and safe, and are able to spend time with family and friends, as we celebrate 250 years of American independence! 🎆🇺🇸

On the city website: https://alrt.se/u/ZEaat9sly26

Batter up! ⚾🔥
Our Baseball Training Camp is the place to build skills, boost confidence, and have a ball on the field!
Let’s play ball! 🙌

☀️ Tee Ball Update ☀️
Due to the extreme heat, Tee Ball is canceled today to ensure the safety of our players, families, and coaches.
📸 Team pictures will be rescheduled for Wednesday July 8th
Thank you for your understanding and helping us keep our young athletes safe. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and we'll see you back on the field soon! ⚾💙

Tiny hands, big dreams 🏀✨
Our Smart Start Basketball program is the perfect way for little ones (ages 3–6) to learn the basics, build confidence, and have a ball!

Beat the Heat this week!

Our waterpark is scheduled to be open every day this week! We've even got a special going on for the Fourth of July.
** all water park hours are weather dependent**

And for those who are waiting for some cooler weather, it's time to plan ahead! Registration for our Fall and Winter sports opens on July 1st.

To register:
📱: 269-966-3431
💻: bcparks.org
📍: 35 W Hamblin Ave.

Big energy in little bodies! ⚡
Sports Development helps ages 3–5 build skills, confidence, and teamwork through active play and fun-filled games! 🏃‍♀️🏀

⚽ Hey soccer stars, we miss you already… good thing we’re just ONE WEEK away from Fall registration opening! 🙌
Get ready for another season of goals, teamwork, and all the fun on the field 🍂🔥
We can’t wait to see you back out there!

Calling all future volleyball stars! 🌟🏐
Join us for Volleyball Camp and build skills, make friends, and bring your game to the next level—one spike at a time! 💥