Special Events
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- Special Events
“Destination Mars” 6:30pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesFridays: March 14, 21 at 6:30pm Saturdays: March 15, 22 at 6:30pm Explore the work being done around the globe to help make the dream of getting humans to Mars a reality. Perfect for ages 8+, all ages are welcome. Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors...
Community Seed Swap and Giveaway
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesCelebrate the upcoming growing season with a morning of seed exchanges and sustainable gardening tips, all while connecting with fellow nature enthusiasts. Enjoy free seed packets, hands-on demonstrations, interactive activities, and expert guidance—no seeds required to participate, though they are welcome! Bring your seeds to swap, or simply come to...
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Chris Taylor Art Studio 405 South Walnut Street, Muncie, IN, United StatesPaint with Certified Bob Ross Instructor® Chris Taylor in his personal studio and gallery in Downtown Muncie, Ind. Galaxy Grandeur from The Joy of Painting® Season 32, Episode 9. These classes are geared for individuals or small groups with ample instruction time. First timers with no prior experience welcome! Ages...
“One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure” 3:30pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesSaturdays: March 15, 22 at 3:30pm Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky and find the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through...
Sunday Supper: St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesGather for a family-style meal shared among family and friends, where comforting dishes, good conversation, and quality time come together. Enjoy unlimited access to the buffet, complete with complimentary coffee, tea, and lemonade. It’s the perfect opportunity to relax, connect, and create memories
Bob Ross Painting Workshop
Chris Taylor Art Studio 405 South Walnut Street, Muncie, IN, United StatesPaint with Certified Bob Ross Instructor® Chris Taylor in his personal studio and gallery in Downtown Muncie, Ind. Campers Haven from The Joy of Painting® Season 19, Episode 5. These classes are geared for individuals or small groups with ample instruction time. First timers with no prior experience welcome! Ages...
Come From Away
Emens Auditorium 1800 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesEmens Auditorium presents: Come From Away! Broadway’s COME FROM AWAY is a Best Musical winner all across North America! This New York Times Critics’ Pick takes you into the heart of the remarkable true story of 7,000 stranded passengers and the small town in Newfoundland that welcomed them. Cultures clashed...
Family Adventure Day: Spring Celebration
Minnetrista 1200 N Minnstrista Parkway, Muncie, IN, United StatesBring your family and friends for a day filled with exhibition-themed adventures at Minnetrista! With so much to explore, the day offers a choose-your-own-adventure experience. The engaging activities provide opportunities for learning, active family participation, and fun. Enjoy a beautiful spring day at Minnetrista! The event will have staggered entry...
Magic City Brewfest
Get ready for a day filled with craft beer, winery and distillery offerings, live music, artistic makers and an atmosphere that's nothing short of magical! It’s a vibrant gathering of craft enthusiasts, local and beyond brewers showcasing their finest creations, and the perfect blend of flavors to tantalize your taste...
R.E.S.P.E.C.T.
Emens Auditorium 1800 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesEmens Auditorium presents: R.E.S.P.E.C.T.! R.E.S.P.E.C.T. is an electrifying tribute celebrating the music of the legendary Queen of Soul, Aretha Franklin. This concert experience takes audiences on a journey of love, tragedy, courage, and triumph. Starring a live band and supreme vocalists, come experience a night of music by one of...
“Sunset Meditation” 5pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesFridays: April 11, 25 at 5:00pm Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 5:00pm Enjoy a guided meditation experience with views of an amazing sunset as you travel to the North Pole to relax under a night sky filled with stars and glimpses of the Northern Lights. Perfect for ages 12+, all...
“Solar Superstorms” 6:30pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesFridays: April 11, 25 at 6:30pm Saturdays: April 12, 26 at 6:30pm Learn about the Sun’s powerful magnetic fields and superhot plasma that vent in dramatic flares, violent solar tornadoes, and the largest eruptions in the solar system: Coronal Mass Ejections. Perfect for ages 10+, all ages are welcome. Please...
“Magic Tree House: Space Mission” 3:30pm Planetarium Show
Charles W Brown Planetarium 2111 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesSaturdays: April 12, 26 at 3:30pm Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle as they meet a helpful astronomer and an astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners,...
Dueling Pianos at Pruis Hall
Ball State University Pruis Hall West University Avenue, Muncie, IN, United StatesEmens Auditorium presents: Dueling Pianos at Pruis Hall! Dueling pianos shows make for a unique, interactive experience that is far from a typical night out. Two grand pianos, two outgoing piano players, and an active, fun audience make the perfect party atmosphere for any event. A dueling piano consists of...
STOMP
Emens Auditorium 1800 W Riverside Ave, Muncie, IN, United StatesEmens Auditorium presents: STOMP! STOMP – CELEBRATING 30 YEARS IN NORTH AMERICA. This unique combination of percussion, movement and visual comedy was created in Brighton, UK, in the summer of 1991. It was the result of a ten-year collaboration between its creators, Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas. STOMP does not...
Muncie Three Trails Music Series presents Steep Canyon Rangers
Canan Commons 600 S Walnut St, Muncie, IN, United StatesHeralds of the Carolina sound for more than two decades, the Grammy-winning Steep Canyon Rangers consist of Graham Sharp on banjo and vocals, Mike Guggino on mandolin/mandola and vocals, Aaron Burdett on guitar and vocals, Nicky Sanders on fiddle and vocals, Mike Ashworth on drums and vocals, and Barrett Smith...
Brink of Summer ArtsWalk + Flower Hour
Downtown Muncie 300 N High St, Muncie, IN, United StatesArt Galleries & Events • YART: A Yard Sale for Art • Live Music & Dance • Delicious Food • and so much more! EVENTS & ATTRACTIONS LIVE MUSIC & PERFORMANCES Flower Hour Explore DWNTWN and collect flowers from 10 different locations to create your own unique bouquet! Start...
Muncie Three Trails Music Series presents the Harlem Gospel Travelers
Canan Commons 600 S Walnut St, Muncie, IN, United StatesThe Harlem Gospel Travelers (HGT) story began when Ifedayo Gatling and George Marage met in high school. The group put out their debut LP, "He’s On Time," to rave reviews in 2019, earning them high profile fans like Elton John and landing them festival slots everywhere from Pilgrimage to Telluride Jazz....
July First Thursday
Downtown Muncie 300 N High St, Muncie, IN, United StatesJoin us the first Thursday of every month for a night of gallery walks throughout DWNTWN. Watch and learn from local artists as they perform their crafts. Support community artisans and shops as you explore the DWNTWN community.
Ironman 70.3 Muncie – 46th Annual Event !!
Prairie Creek Reservoir 7801 S 560 E, Selma, IN, United StatesCheer on the athletes as they participate in one of the races of a lifetime! The event begins with a 1.2-mile swim in beautiful and historic Prairie Creek Reservoir followed by a very fast out-and-back bike course with 56 miles of closed state highways and country roads that wind through...