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Bring your friends and come feast on some Thanksgiving food at Woodworth Dining! Meal swipes for lunch or dinner are accepted, as well as cash and credit cards. Students can choose from a wide variety of entrees, sides, and desserts. Come celebrate with us!
Woodworth Dining)
TAKE3: Where ROCK meets BACH. This unique trio of violin, cello, and piano brings together the power and energy of rock music with the sophistication and beauty of classical Bach. Experience a fusion of styles that will leave you breathless and wanting more.
Ball State University Pruis Hall)
Edges is a song-cycle about burgeoning adults asking classic coming-of-age questions. This charming, witty and honest examination of adulthood explores what happens when we are teetering on the edges of our lives. The songs cover such universal issues as love, commitment, identity and meaning. Characters deal with confronting emotions, escaping expectations and deciphering complicated relationships.
Byrum Hall, Anderson University)
Get ready for Thanksgiving with a creative and festive craft! Create your own hand turkey using colorful paper, feathers, and markers. This fun activity is perfect for kids of all ages and allows you to transform your handprint into a one-of-a-kind turkey.
1200 North Minnetrista Parkway Muncie, IN, 47303)
Join for a night of laughter with the hilarious comedian Brendan Eyre! Get ready to chuckle, giggle, and maybe even snort with his witty jokes and clever humor. Don't miss out on this opportunity to see one of the funniest comedians in town! Grab your friends and get ready for a night full of laughs!
923 North E Street Richmond, IN 47374)
Join to experience up to 3 plays in the same day! These plays have a wide variety of topics, this is an event that you won't want to miss!
David Owsley Museum of Art, Room 217)
In pursuit of his dream of becoming a Musketeer, young d’Artagnan travels to Paris, where he befriends the legendary Three Inseperables: Athos, Porthos, and Aramis
University Theatre)
Join the Zokawa community in expressing gratitude and celebration in Wesley Hall at the Community of Hope Church. Turkey, hot Wassail, plates and tableware provided by Zokawa. Bring a dish to share and bring your friends.
Community of Hope Church)
In the wake of his home country facing bankruptcy, Mirko Zeta, the Pontevedrian ambassador, hosts a ball where he and his fellow countrymen work to find a husband for Hanna Glawari, a rich widow, in order to keep her money within their principality.
Sursa Hall)
Welcome to Small Business Saturday at Patterson Block! If you're a vendor looking to showcase your products and connect with the community, this event is for you. Join us for a day filled with shopping, networking, and supporting local businesses. Reserve your spot now by registering as a vendor. Don't miss out on this opportunity to be part of a vibrant event celebrating small businesses!
Patterson Block)
The turkey has been eaten, you've watched way too much Netflix, you really want to get out of the house, and—my, oh, my—does a beer sound good! If any of this sounds familiar, head DWNTWN for the Gobble Wobble post-Thanksgiving pub + eatery crawl. Visit at least six pubs, eateries, or shops; purchase an item at each; and get your Gobble Wobble map marked. Post a photo of your completed map on the DWNTWN Muncie Facebook page for a chance to win a DWNTWN hoodie! Participants can begin in any DWNTWN location. Gobble Wobble maps will be on-hand around DWNTWN, or a map can be printed yourself.
Downtown Muncie)
Prepare to be swept away as live performers guide you through an eclectic mix of genres, all curated to take you on an auditory adventure. Whether you join to dance, vibe, or simply experience something new this Metal Music Night is the perfect space to escape, connect, and lose yourself in the rhythm of the night.
505 N Dill St, Muncie, IN 47303)
Enjoy a concert of standard jazz favorites and original compositions with the Ball State University Jazz Ensembles. The ensembles are under the direction of Mark Buselli.
Sursa Performance Hall)
Calling all pro chefs, amateur chefs, and anyone who can’t cook but wants to learn how to make a delicious international dish! The Rinker Center for Global Affairs (RCGA) is hosting a cooking night, where you can learn to make varenyky (Ukrainian dumplings).
Rinker Center - L.A Pittenger Student Center (Room 102))
Spread the Christmas cheer with galleries, restaurants, retailers, and neighbors throughout DWNTWN during December’s First Thursday. Celebrate the lighting of the community Christmas tree with performances at Canan Commons. Explore DWNTWN to see the creativity of our local businesses participating in the holiday window display contest. Music and light shows at Canan Commons continue on the weekends all month long!
Canan Commons)
The event offers all the sights and sounds of the season. Families will find many activities, games and giveaways for the kids and unique local shopping for gift giving (or for keeping).
Downtown will be decked out with lights, and decorations that locals and visitors look forward to every year.
Horse drawn trolley rides, carousel, Santa, reindeer, characters (Grinch, Frosty, princesses, skating elves and more), caroling, and other holiday traditions. Look for all the photo spots! Two bounce houses - one for the little ones and one for the bigger kids.
Downtown New Castle)
The University Singers, also known as "Indiana’s Official Goodwill Ambassadors," celebrate their 61st season this year! The ensemble celebrates the season with the Holiday Choral Festival featuring songs of faith, hope, laughter, and love.
Sursa Performance Hall)
Each year, the E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center hosts a Holiday Open House as a part of Minnetrista’s Enchanted Luminaria Walk. During this 2-day event, you can tour our beautifully decorated Ball family home, listen to musicians, and see local artisans.
E.B. and Bertha C. Ball Center)
1 TO 4 (+, -) investigates contemporary dance styles of 2 curious choreographers seeking 1 unified perspective on human connection - is ONE the loneliest number?
Korsgaard Dance Studio(Ball Gymnasium Room 213))
It's the holiday season! As you explore campus for Holiday Arts & Culture Night, stop by for our annual Holiday in Bloom celebration. Explore the Rinard Orchid Greenhouse at night, lit up with strings of lights and decorations. Stroll through the trails of Christy Woods lit up by (electric) candlelight. Stop by the Nature Lab to create nature-inspired ornaments, and more.
Dr. Joe and Alice Rinard Orchid Greenhouse)
Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Minnetrista. Enjoy three miles of enchanting lights, sweet treats, food, live music, live theater, winter crafts, a barrel train for kids, our popular Holiday Artisan Market, and more. Embrace the sounds and spirit of the winter holidays at this community event.
1200 N. Minnetrista Parkway, Muncie, IN 47303)
This year’s Oboe Marathon, hosted by Dr. Lisa Kozenko and the Ball State Oboe Studio, promises a fun and engaging day for oboists of all levels. This year’s event will include two masterclasses with Trevor, as well as reed making workshop with Trevor, Dr. Kozenko and the Ball State Oboe Studio. Register now!
Hahn Recital Hall)
Come join us at Coffee Cravings for a festive Christmas Coffee Flight Event! Indulge in a variety of seasonal coffee flavors expertly brewed just for you. This in-person event is the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with friends and family. Whether you're a coffee connoisseur or just looking for a fun and cozy experience, this event is sure to delight your taste buds. Mark your calendars and join us for a jolly good time!
Coffee Cravings)
Five choirs combine to surround the audience in a feast for the eyes, the ears, and the heart. This year’s performance features the lively and iconic “Gloria” by Antonio Vivaldi with Chamber Choir and orchestra, along with other familiar favorites.
Sursa Performance Hall)
Step into a world of enchantment this holiday season with Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland. Get ready to be swept away on a journey filled with music, marvels, and merriment, guaranteed to ignite the festive spirit in all who attend.
Emens Auditorium)
Chair Yoga classes for the older adult population (55+) at the local Senior Center. Volunteers will assist with set-up, tear-down, attendance and required forms, and will also help encourage participants and model/demonstrate yoga poses.
2517 W. 8th. St., Muncie, IN 47302)
Listen to three short talks before enjoying an afternoon tea in the Ball Family mansion. Guests will have an opportunity to see three floors of holiday decor. Limited to 40 participants; Reservations Required
EB and Bertha C Ball Center)
IPR Radio Dramas feature community and campus actors, musicians and singers who through their live performance, transport listeners back to a different time, evoking memories of shared experiences. Audience members play a crucial role in the radio drama experience by actively engaging with the narrative and reacting to the emotions presented through audio.
Sursa Performance Hall)
Declared “one of the most remarkable shows in musical theater history” by the Washington Post, DEAR EVAN HANSEN is the first musical to take a groundbreaking look — from the point of view of both the parents and young people — at our complex, interconnected, and social media-filled lives.
Emens Auditorium)
The Children's Nutcracker, a ballet theatre fairy tale in two acts, with dancing mice, toy soldiers, dolls and the Sugar Plum Fairy. The perfect length for our younger audience.
Cornerstone Center for the Arts)
"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant program that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They will also find shapes in the sky that will help them find the North Star. This cross-cultural adventure opens children's eyes to the sky, helping them see how people all over the world are connected.
Charles W. Brown Planetarium)
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Charles W. Brown Planetarium)
A thrilling rock musical based on the last week of Jesus’ life; Jesus Christ Superstar has wowed audiences for over 50 years. This musical includes a mix of 1970’s rock, gospel, folk, and funk, with high-energy choreography!
1305 N Delaware Street Indianapolis, IN 46202)
Step into the captivating narrative of the Ball family and their legacy in this original exhibition exploring Muncie’s most famous family. Through lively storytelling, family photographs, and cherished historic objects, the exhibition will trace the Ball family’s path from Buffalo, NY through their remarkable impact on the East Central Indiana region that continues to this day.
1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy Muncie,Indiana
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