Entertainment

By Tania Said— MUNCIE, IN – The Muncie Arts and Culture Council invites the community to celebrate eight extraordinary public artworks with six celebrations during the Art for the People: Public Art Celebration Weekend on April 24–25, 2026. This historic milestone showcases place-based, forward-thinking installations that reflect who Muncie is today and who we aspire to be tomorrow. Made possible through a $500,000 American Rescue Plan Act investment, these artworks represent a significant shift in Muncie’s approach to public art from traditional commemorative works to community-driven installations shaped by neighborhood voices. Four new artworks and two longer-standing murals will be…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN— What does it mean to be an American? Minnetrista Museum & Gardens invites visitors to explore this question in America at 250: Reflections on Community, on view through October 25, 2026, in the Center Building’s Gallery 2.  As part of the nation’s 250th anniversary, this interactive exhibition centers on the people and perspectives that shape American identity today. Through dialogue, storytelling, and shared reflection, visitors are invited to consider their own experiences—and how individual voices come together to form a vibrant and evolving community. “The United States of America is more than a geographic location. It is the…

By Amy Leffingwell— MUNCIE, IN — Muncie Civic Theatre invites audiences to experience the charm, wit, and spectacle of the beloved Broadway classic Hello, Dolly! running April 10 through April 26 on the mainstage. Bursting with humor, romance, and show stopping musical numbers, this iconic production promises an unforgettable night at the theatre for audiences of all ages. Set in turn of the century New York, Hello, Dolly! follows the irrepressible Dolly Levi, a professional matchmaker with a talent for bringing people together, as she sets out to find the perfect match for a wealthy but stubborn widower. Along the…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, invites families and friends to celebrate the season at Family Adventure Day on Wednesday, March 25, 2026. This free, campus-wide event offers a full day of hands-on activities, interactive experiences, and opportunities to explore together across Minnetrista’s gardens, exhibitions, and outdoor spaces. From 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., guests are encouraged to enjoy a choose-your-own-adventure experience across campus. Designed to bring families together through shared experiences, the day encourages exploration, creativity, and connection across generations. Check-in will take place at the Center Building. In addition to interactive activities, guests can explore Minnetrista’s current exhibitions,…

By Cheryl Crowder, Muncie Downtown Development Partnership— MUNCIE, IN — A new downtown tasting experience is coming to MadJax this spring, bringing together craft beverages, culinary creativity, music, and local makers for an afternoon celebrating the flavors and talent of the Muncie community. Magic City Sip & Savor will take place Saturday, April 4, from 2–5 p.m. at MadJax in DWNTWN Muncie. Inspired by the spirit of the beloved Magic City Brewfest, the event expands the concept to include a broader range of beverages, food experiences, live music, and interactive maker moments, according to Cheryl Crowder, Events Director for Muncie…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, in partnership with Red-tail Land Conservancy, Delaware County Invasive Plant Project, the Master Gardeners of Delaware County, and the East Central chapter of the Indiana Native Plant Society, invites the community to come together for the annual Community Seed Swap & Giveaway, taking place March 21, 2026, from 9 a.m. to noon. Now in its 8th year, the Community Seed Swap & Giveaway has become a favorite spring tradition—bringing together gardeners, families, and nature enthusiasts to celebrate sustainable gardening, biodiversity, and shared stewardship of the land. The event reflects Minnetrista’s ongoing commitment…

By Ball State Communications– MUNCIE, Indiana — Ball State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance will present CATS March 20–21 at 7:30 p.m. and March 22 at 2:30 p.m. in Emens Auditorium. Tickets are on sale through Ticketmaster, at the Emens Box Office (1800 W. Riverside Ave.), or by phone at 765-285-1539. With music by Andrew Lloyd Webber and based on Old Possum’s Book of Practical Cats by T.S. Eliot, CATSis directed and choreographed by Anne Beck, assistant professor of musical theatre and tap dance at Ball State, with musical direction by Michael Rafter, associate professor of musical theatre. On one special night…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, will welcome Joshua Harris-Till for a series of community-centered programs March 14–16, 2026, offering meaningful opportunities for reflection, conversation, and connection inspired by the exhibition Emmett Till & Mamie Till-Mobley: Let the World See. As a cousin of Emmett Till, Harris-Till brings a deeply personal perspective to one of the most pivotal stories in American civil rights history. Through storytelling, guided discussion, and interactive community engagement, he will share his family’s lived experience while exploring how the legacy of Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley continues to shape conversations about justice, memory, and…

By Carl Schafer, Co-Owner, Gordy Fine Art and Framing—  MUNCIE, IN—Kevin Campbell’s monumental and ever-evolving Puzzle Project is currently on view at Gordy Fine Art & Framing Company through March 28. The exhibition features several groupings from the large work, along with a composite image illustrating what the entire Puzzle Project would look like if fully assembled.  The expansive composition now includes nearly 3,000 individual pieces and would measure approximately 44’ x 48’ if fully assembled. Campbell began the Puzzle Project in 1994 with the intention of creating a single work of art that could grow indefinitely. By joining sheets…