Halo Burger Downtown Flint Grand Reopening Date Announced

The historic location on Saginaw Street will celebrate its grand reopening on April 27, 2026.

Apr. 17, 2026 at 9:04pm

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A vibrant, high-contrast silkscreen print featuring a repeated grid of a classic Halo Burger with fries, rendered in a bold, neon color palette that captures the celebratory energy of the grand reopening event.The grand reopening of Halo Burger's historic downtown Flint location celebrates the return of a beloved local institution and a piece of the city's culinary heritage.Flint Today

Halo Burger, a beloved burger chain in Genesee County, is reopening its historic downtown Flint location on Saginaw Street, which was previously a Vernors Ginger Ale retail store and soda fountain. The grand reopening celebration will take place on April 27, 2026, featuring a ribbon-cutting ceremony, giveaways, and a lively atmosphere.

Why it matters

The reopening of Halo Burger's downtown Flint location is significant for the community, as it represents the revitalization of a historic and iconic building that has long been a part of Flint's identity. The event is expected to generate excitement and bring more foot traffic to the downtown area.

The details

The grand reopening celebration will kick off at 9:45 AM with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by the Flint & Genesee Group and the local chamber. Doors will officially open to the public at 10:00 AM. The day will feature giveaways, including the first 300 guests who purchase a Boston Cooler receiving a custom collectible Halo Burger × Vernors glass, as well as vintage-inspired Halo Burger T-shirts and hats (while supplies last).

  • The grand reopening is scheduled for Monday, April 27, 2026.
  • The ribbon-cutting ceremony will take place at 9:45 AM, with the doors opening to the public at 10:00 AM.

The players

Halo Burger

A beloved burger chain in Genesee County, Michigan, known for its historic downtown Flint location on Saginaw Street.

Domenique Lopez

The Marketing Director of Halo Burger, who expressed the company's pride in bringing the brand back to Saginaw Street and continuing to serve the Flint community.

Flint & Genesee Group

A local organization that will be participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Halo Burger downtown Flint reopening.

Genesee County Chamber of Commerce

The local chamber of commerce that will be participating in the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Halo Burger downtown Flint reopening.

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What they’re saying

“This location means everything to us. It represents where Flint has been and where we are going. We are proud to bring Halo Burger back to Saginaw Street and continue serving the community in a place that holds so much history.”

— Domenique Lopez, Marketing Director, Halo Burger

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The takeaway

The reopening of Halo Burger's historic downtown Flint location on Saginaw Street is a significant event for the community, as it represents the revitalization of an iconic building and the continued commitment of the beloved burger chain to serving the Flint area.