Entertainment

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…

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Every summer, Oakhurst Gardens transforms into a magical realm where imagination reigns and the spirit of childhood takes flight. Inspired by young Elisabeth “Betty” Ball—who once roamed these very grounds in faerie wings and glittering joy—Faeries, Sprites, & Lights invites families to rediscover the enchantment that lives in all of us. From July 24–26, faerie fans of all ages are encouraged to don their most whimsical attire and enter a world alive with fantasy. Each evening from…

By Haley Wade— MUNCIE, IN—Muncie is thrilled to announce that the Emens Auditorium Artist Series Subscription are ready for renewals. Artist Series Subscribers can save with this package deal that allows them to attend 5 select Broadway shows each season. This season is stacked with hits, including these Artist Series picks: The Addams Family – September 23, 2025, at 7:30 p.m. Doubtfire – October 30, 2025 at 7:30 p.m. The Tina Turner Musical – November 19, 2025 at 7:30 p.m….

By Brea Cunningham— MUNCIE, IN—Dive into the icy depths of the Arctic this summer at Minnetrista Museum & Gardens with Narwhal: Revealing an Arctic Legend, a captivating traveling exhibition from the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) in collaboration with the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History. The exhibit is located in Gallery 3 of the Center Building and runs through September 28, 2025. With its iconic spiral tusk, the narwhal has captured imaginations for centuries—often called the “unicorn of…

By Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief, Muncie Journal.com— SELMA, IN— Ironman 70.3 Muncie took place over the weekend at Prairie Creek reservoir. The race, once named the Muncie Endurathon, is one of the Midwest’s most popular triathlons, and the oldest 70.3 distance race in the continental US. In 2022, the Muncie race was voted the number one participant experience in all of the US, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and Canada. According to Ken High, Race Director of Ironman 70.3, the event included 1100…