Entertainment

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, Indiana — The Ball State Opera Theatre program presents its 10th annual Opera Gala at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 7, at Sursa Performance Hall in Ball State’s Music Instruction Building. This year’s gala celebrates a decade of Ball State Opera’s excellence and showcases the talent of students, faculty, and alumni. This signature event highlights the University’s commitment to training professional performers and fostering community engagement. “The Opera Gala is always a wonderful opportunity to see our…

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN — Ball State University’s Arts Alive! series continues with an on-campus presentation followed by a Q&A with artist Jeffrey Gibson at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 4, at Pruis Hall. The event will conclude with a reception and light refreshments. This special lecture is free and open to the public. Parking is available in the New York Parking Garage (located east of Pruis Hall, off New York Avenue), and is free after 7 p.m. Jeffrey Gibson…

By  Lena Reid— MUNCIE, IN—Destination: Muncie is inviting locals and visitors to eat their way through Delaware County with Destination: Munchie, a limited-time dining campaign celebrating the community’s culinary scene. Running now through January 31, participating restaurants will offer an exclusive three-course menu at a set price determined by each restaurant. Menus and pricing will vary, and some locations may require reservations. “When we support our restaurants, we support jobs, small businesses, and the overall visitor experience that makes Muncie…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens announces the opening of Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See, on view January 24 through April 12, 2026, in the Center Building, Gallery 3. This powerful exhibition examines the life and legacy of Emmett Till and his mother, Mamie Till-Mobley, whose courage and resolve helped galvanize the modern civil rights movement. The exhibition tells the story of Emmett Till, a 14-year-old boy whose brutal murder in 1955 shocked the…

By Ball State Communications— MUNCIE, IN— Ball State University will present the Tony Award®–winning musical CHICAGO at Emens Auditorium at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 22. Tickets are on sale now through Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), or by phone at 765-285-1539. With a book by Fred Ebb and Bob Fosse and music by John Kander with lyrics by Fred Ebb, CHICAGO is the longest-running American musical in Broadway history. The production has earned six Tony Awards®, two Olivier…

By Erin Craig, Vice President, Southside Neighborhood Association, Event Director— MUNCIE, IN—For the first time since 2011, Gus Macker 3-on-3 Tournament is set to return to Muncie in 2026. The Southside Neighborhood Association, led by Erin Craig, Courtney Marsh, and Steve Craig made it official in a contract signing at The Common Market in Muncie. They were joined today by members of the team they have assembled to organize the event, supporters, and friends to celebrate the return of the…

By Cheryl Crowder, Muncie Downtown Development— MUNCIE, IN—New this year, DWNTWN Wonder Hunt is featuring Mousecapades: Tiny Tails & Holiday Trail—a festive downtown adventure perfect for families, friends, and holiday explorers of all ages. Adorably illustrated Mice are in fifty storefront windows in downtown Muncie. Each adorable mouse window decal is waiting to be discovered. Find at least 35 mice, submit your mouse tracker and you could win $100! Download a mouse tracker map @ downtownmuncie.org/wonder or pick one up…

Tickets go on sale Friday December 12 By Haley Wade, Emens Auditorium— MUNCIE, IN—Ball State University is thrilled to announce Bob Dylan will be returning to Emens Auditorium on March 31, 2026 at 8 p.m. His 2026 tour, “Rough and Rowdy Ways” will be joining the Emens Auditorium 25-26 season. Tickets will go on sale this Friday, December 12 at 10 a.m. EST online at Ticketmaster and the Emens Box Office, either in person or by calling 765-285-1539. Learn more about this…

By Indiana Pacers Sports & Entertainment— MUNCIE, IN—As part of the 16th annual statewide Big Toy Giveaway, Pacers Sports & Entertainment and JAKKS Pacific Toys teamed up with the Muncie Police Department on Tuesday to provide toys to local families and children in need. The toy distribution event took place Tuesday at Muncie Central High School and children enjoyed appearances by the Indiana Pacers mascot, Boomer, Indiana Fever mascot, Freddy Fever and the Pacemates. “As a 44-year Pacers season ticket holder, I’m thrilled…