Special Events
Amazing Elf Adventure
Muncie Children's Museum 515 South High St., Muncie, IN, United StatesIt’s time again for the Amazing Elf Adventure, one of Muncie Children’s Museum’s biggest events of the year! The Amazing Elf Adventure (AEA) is a holiday fun house that invites your family to participate in a scavenger hunt filled with activities and tasks to see if you have what it...
Holidays at Gresham
Suzanne Gresham Center West White River Boulevard, Muncie, IN, United StatesMeridian Health Services and presenting sponsor, American Electric Power Foundation, are pleased to invite the community to Holidays at Gresham, a FREE drive-thru light exhibit with over one million lights on display! These holiday spirit-filled weekends are Meridian’s gift to the community. Beginning the first weekend in December, the Suzanne...
Community Christmas Tree Nightly Light Shows @ Canan Commons
Canan Commons 600 S Walnut St, Muncie, IN, United StatesThe fun doesn’t stop all December long. After we officially light the community Christmas tree at the kick-off event, come back to Canan Commons each Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday in December at 6pm, 7pm, 8pm, and 9 pm to experience the dazzling music and light show and get in...
“Big Astronomy” 5pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesStart: September 13, 2024 5 p.m. End: September 13, 2024 6 p.m. It takes many people with diverse backgrounds, talents, and skills to run observatories. Journey to three world-class observatories in Chile’s rugged Andes Mountains and arid Atacama Desert— remote, extreme regions that happen to have the perfect conditions for...
NYE Bash at Muncie Children’s Museum
Muncie Children's Museum 515 South High St., Muncie, IN, United StatesCelebrate the New Year at the Muncie Children's Museum with a family-friendly NYE Bash! Join us on Tuesday, December 31, from 1pm-4:30pm for fun activities, crafts, snacks and a balloon drop! All activities are included with museum admission ($8) and free for MCM Members. This event is sponsored by Shafer...
Object as Conceptual Workbook: Michael Lorsung and Duane McDiarmid
Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery Muncie, IN, United StatesGALLERY HOURS: TUESDAY-FRIDAY: 10 AM - 4 PM. CLOSED WEEKENDS AND ALL BALL STATE BREAKS AND HOLIDAYS. Reception: January 15, 4-6 p.m. About the Show A two-person exhibition featuring work by Michael Lorsung, Assistant Professor of Art (Sculpture) at Ball State University, and Duane McDiarmid, Area Chair and Professor of...
Tea & Talk: Of Finest Threads – The Tradition of Hair Art
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesHair art has served both memorial and celebratory purposes for centuries. Join Mindy Price, Collections Manager, and Lily Rawson, Adult and Studio Programs Manager, as they lead an in-depth discussion of this rare and intricate art form. Together, they will explore pieces from our own collection, as well as modern...
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Chris Taylor Art Studio South Walnut Street 405, Muncie, IN, United StatesPaint with Certified Bob Ross Instructor® Chris Taylor in his personal studio and gallery in Downtown Muncie, Ind. Winter's Grace from The Joy of Painting® Season 28, Episode 9. These classes are geared for individuals or small groups with ample instruction time. First timers with no prior experience welcome! Ages...
Object as Conceptual Workbook: Michael Lorsung and Duane McDiarmid – Reception
Ned and Gloria Griner Art Gallery Muncie, IN, United StatesGALLERY HOURS: TUESDAY-FRIDAY: 10 AM - 4 PM. CLOSED WEEKENDS AND ALL BALL STATE BREAKS AND HOLIDAYS. Reception: January 15, 4-6 p.m. About the Show A two-person exhibition featuring work by Michael Lorsung, Assistant Professor of Art (Sculpture) at Ball State University, and Duane McDiarmid, Area Chair and Professor of...
Missy Raines & Allegheny
Ball State University Pruis Hall West University Avenue, Muncie, IN, United StatesEmens Auditorium: Missy Raines & Allegheny at Pruis Hall! Missy Raines is a trailblazer in bluegrass music. On her newest release Highlander, the bassist/vocalist/songwriter returns to her bluegrass roots with a musical homage to the peaks and valleys of her native West Virginia. Working again with producer Alison Brown, she...
“Dawn of the Space Age” 5pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesFridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 5:00pm Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 5:00pm A spellbinding account of humanity's first attempts to leave planet Earth: from the launch of the first artificial satellite Sputnik, to the magnificent lunar landings, to the privately-operated space flights of today. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages...
“Sky Skills Live” 6:30pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesFridays: Jan. 17, 24 at 6:30pm Saturdays: Jan. 18, 25 at 6:30pm Enjoy a guided tour of the celestial wonderland that is the night sky with the help of free star charts provided during this live program. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome. Please Note: Programs start promptly...
Farmers Market at Minnetrista: Indoor Market
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesStep inside to explore a wonderful selection of handcrafted goods, fresh meats, artisanal treats, and more! It's the perfect opportunity to connect with local vendors and discover the unique offerings of our community. Plus, we accept SNAP, WIC, IU Health Bucks, and SFMNP (Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program) at participating...
“Accidental Astronauts” 3:30pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesSaturdays: Jan. 18, 25; Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 3:30pm Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners, all ages are welcome. Please Note: Programs start promptly at...
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Chris Taylor Art Studio South Walnut Street 405, Muncie, IN, United StatesPaint with Certified Bob Ross Instructor® Chris Taylor in his personal studio and gallery in Downtown Muncie, Ind. Aurora's Dance from The Joy of Painting® Season 29, Episode 12. These classes are geared for individuals or small groups with ample instruction time. First timers with no prior experience welcome! Ages...
Arts Alive: Daniel Alexander Jones
Ball State Fine Arts Building Recital Hall 217 (AR217) West Riverside Avenue 2021, Muncie, IN, United StatesDaniel Alexander Jones exemplifies the artist-as-energy worker. His wildflower body of original work includes plays, performance pieces, recorded music, concerts, music theatre events, essays, and long-form improvisations. He explores the esoteric and the everyday through his own distinctive dramaturgy. Jones “creates multi-dimensional experiences where bodies, minds, emotions, voices, and spirits...
Faculty Artist Series: Chris van Hof with BSU Trombone Choir, Cassius Goens, and Michael Seregow
Ball State Sursa Performance Hall 1801 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesThe Faculty Artist Series features School of Music faculty sharing their talent and passion for music with the campus and community.
“To Space & Back” 5pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesFridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 5:00pm Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 5:00pm Hear the extraordinary story of human ingenuity and engineering, describing how the technology that transports us through space is paving the way for the devices and apps many of us use every day. Perfect for...
“Moons: Worlds of Mystery” 6:30pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesFridays: Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 21 at 6:30pm Saturdays: Feb. 1, 8, 22 at 6:30pm From volcanoes and geysers to ice-covered oceans and methane rain, these natural satellites have some spectacular features, and many even exert a surprising influence on their planetary partners. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are...
Kodo One Earth Tour 2025: Warabe
Emens Auditorium 1800 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesEmens Auditorium presents: Kodo One Earth Tour 2025 Warabe! In Japanese, the word “Kodo” holds a double meaning. It can be translated as “heartbeat,” the primal source of all rhythm. However, this group’s name is written with different characters, which mean “drum” and “child.” This reflects Kodo’s desire to play...