🏍️ Ride for Heroes 2025

Ride for Heroes Motorcycle Benefit on Sunday, July 27 – Springfield/Battle Creek, MI

📅 Date: Sunday, July 27, 2025
⏰ Time: Registration begins at 11:30 AM; ride departs shortly after, lasting approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes
📍 Start/End Location: Captain Oscar Brady American Legion Post 298, 228 N 20th (or 28th) St, Springfield, MI 49037 (allevents.in)
💸 Entry: Free to participate; donations welcome (proceeds support Calhoun County Red White Blue Foundation)

🎖 What Is Ride for Heroes?

Ride for Heroes is an annual motorcycle charity ride honoring our nation’s heroes — veterans, law enforcement, first responders, and medical personnel — within the Calhoun County community. Hosted by Captain Oscar Brady American Legion Post 298 and its supporting units, this tribute ride annually traverses through Battle Creek, Marshall, and Springfield, touching notable landmarks along the way (allevents.in).

🛣️ Ride for Heroes Route & Highlights

• The non-stop ride covers approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes through key community locations, including:
  • Battle Creek VA Hospital grounds
  • Fort Custer National Cemetery
  • Downtown Battle Creek and Marshall (passing former fire stations)
  • Bronson and Oaklawn Hospitals
  • Mounted Posse Unit in Marshall’s fountain area
  • Other notable stops honoring those who serve

This rolling tribute brings visibility and respect directly to our community’s pillars of service.

🎉 Post-Ride Festivities at American Legion Post 298

After the ride:

• Pavilion Gathering: Food & beverages served by Legion volunteers
• Live Music: Community bands and tributes for heroes
• Fun & Games: Dunk tank, corn-hole tournament (benefiting “Shop with a Cop”)
• Family-Friendly: A welcoming environment for all, with kids’ activities and entertainment

🎗️ Ride For Heroes Supporting a Cause

All donations benefit the Calhoun County Red White Blue Foundation, focused on uplifting veterans and first responders. The corn-hole tournament specifically supports the “Shop with a Cop” charitable initiative, reinforcing the ride’s community-first mission.

✅ Confirmed Venue & Event Details

• Host: Captain Oscar Brady American Legion Post 298 (with Auxiliary, Sons of American Legion, and Post 298 Riders)
• Address: 228 N 20th (or 28th) St, Springfield, MI 49037 — check local signage
• Date & Time: Sunday, July 27, 2025 (Registration at 11:30 AM, ride begins shortly after)
• Route Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 36 minutes
• Entry Fee: Free to ride; suggested donations appreciated

🧭 Rider Info & Tips

• Motorcycles Welcome: Open to all types of bikes
• Support Your Heroes: Participate in the ride, stay for the music, games, and community atmosphere
• Come With Family: Kids and passengers are welcome; food and entertainment make this a family-friendly event
• Weather Preparedness: Check weather before you ride; event is typically rain or shine

🤝 Organizers & Community

This event is presented by Captain Oscar Brady American Legion – Michigan Post 298 and American Legion Post Unit 298, backed by its Auxiliary, Sons of American Legion, and Post Riders. Their collective mission: show appreciation to the service personnel who keep our communities safe.

Proceeds benefit the Calhoun County Red White Blue Foundation, adding meaningful impact to the event.

🚀 Why You Should Ride

• Honor Our Heroes: Publicly recognize local veterans, first responders, law enforcement, and medical staff
• Make a Difference: Donations go to meaningful community-focused programs
• Community Camaraderie: Ride beside fellow patriotic riders and welcome home heroes
• Family-Friendly Event: Celebrate with your kids and community in a respectful and fun atmosphere

👍 Next Steps

1. Mark your calendar for July 27, 2025
2. Arrive by 11:30 AM at Post 298 to register
3. Ride the route through your community for 1h 36m
4. Stay for the post-ride festivities—food, music, and community connection
5. Support the cause with donations benefiting local heroes