Entertainment

By Rick Zeigler— MUNCIE, IN – Acclaimed blues horn player Vanessa Collier will be performing in a FREE outdoor concert as part of the 2025 Muncie Three Trails Music Series. The concert will take place at 7:00 PM on Saturday, August 23rd at Brown Family Amphitheater on the campus of Ball State University.  Local favorites The Fierce will open the show. Vanessa Collier is a master musician and instrumentalist, weaving funk, soul, rock, and blues into powerful performances and dynamite…

By Michelle Kinsey— MUNCIE, IN—The $2 Tour of the Village returns on Saturday, Aug. 23, from 3 to 7 p.m. on University Avenue between Calvert and Dill Streets near the Ball State University campus. Admission is free and the first 100 people through the gates will get a $2 bill to spend on several special $2 items – including T-shirts, food, goodie bags and more – at participating Village businesses. The event, now in its sixth year, is hosted by…

Editor’s note: Blue Moon Marquee, the headline act for this Saturday night’s show, is based out of British Columbia. Due to the Air Canada strike, they are not going to be able to get to Muncie for the show, so THE BLUE MOON MARQUEE SHOW SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 IS CANCELED. “This is the first time in the 12 years of doing the series that we have had to cancel a show,” said Rick Zeigler. By Rick Zeigler—  …

By Ben Polk— MUNCIE, IN —Get ready for a delicious way to give back. Tickets for the highly anticipated 13th Annual Soup Crawl are now available at curehunger.org/soupcrawl. Join Second Harvest Food Bank and PrimeTrust Credit Union on Thursday, October 2, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., in downtown Muncie for an evening of delicious soups, community spirit, and vital support for kids and their families facing food insecurity in East Central Indiana. This year, the Soup Crawl is…

By Vicki Veach, Executive Director, Muncie Downtown Development Partnership— MUNCIE, IN —Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 2, from 1 PM to 10 PM, as Fire Up DWNTWN, presented by Ivy Tech Muncie and produced by Muncie Downtown Development Partnership, returns to ignite downtown with an unforgettable day of free, family-friendly festival fun. This beloved summer tradition brings together the community with a full day of live music, local food trucks, craft vendors, and interactive art and entertainment for all…

By Indiana State Fair Media— INDIANAPOLIS, IN – The annual Indiana State Fair returns Friday, August 1 through Sunday, August 17 (closed Mondays), bringing 15 days of summer fun that deliver unmatched value in entertainment, food, and family-friendly activities. From advance-ticket savings to themed discount days and daily food bargains, the Fair is built to be affordable without sacrificing experience. Advance Savings You Can’t Miss 20% off admission and parking when purchased before July 31 at 11:59 PM ET Midway…

By Vicki Veach, Executive Director, Muncie Downtown Development Partnership— MUNCIE, IN—Downtown Muncie is set to sizzle with local business specials, Saturday, August 2nd during Fire Up DWNTWN—an all-day celebration filled with live entertainment, food and drink, family activities, a Liquid Iron Pour, special shape hot air balloons, fireworks and more. Many downtown businesses will add to the excitement, offering unique experiences throughout the event. 1925 PubHouse: Spicy Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita special • Aw Yeah Comics: Sizzling deals on the hottest…

By Jennifer Cooper— MUNCIE, IN—A Grand Night of Magic with magician Wayne Hinkle will take place at Northside Middle School on July 24th, beginning at 6 p.m. Longtime magician and Muncie resident Wayne Hinkel has been recognized by the International Brotherhood of Magicians for his  50 years of contributions to the entertainment of countless audiences. He is a member of the Order of Merlin and recipient of its Excalibur Award. Wayne began his magic career when he was 10 years…