By Melissa Jones—
Muncie, IN — This summer, visitors to DWNTWN Muncie will find something new and exciting to do every weekend. Now through August, DWNTWN WKNDS will offer new events each week, including live music, movies and more.
“After a year of postponed events, we’re excited to once again welcome back a diverse range of programs, brought to you by either Downtown Development, downtown area businesses or other organizations—every single weekend,” said Vicki Veach, executive director of Muncie Downtown Development Partnership.
DWNTWN WKNDS include events on Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and/or Sunday each week. The events range from family-friendly activities to 21+ events. Almost all of the events are free.
Canan Commons will play host to a variety of performances, including a Beatles tribute concert by Muncie Symphony Orchestra on June 12, Ballet Symphony/Finding Balance from Muncie Ballet Studio on June 26, Harmony Players Summer Fest on June 27, the Three Trails Music Series in July and August, and more.
Moonlight Movies—a family-friendly outdoor cinema—will also be held at Canan Commons. This summer’s movies include Princess Bride (June 5), E.T. (July 31) and The Goonies (August 14).
Additional outdoor movies geared toward adults will be shown outside of and sponsored by The Fickle Peach as a part of After Hours Art Reels, which begin at dusk following First Thursdays in June, July and August. This year’s Art Reels include Casablanca (June 3), The Untouchables (July 1) and Rocketman (August 5).
Muncie Civic Theatre will host live performances of High School Musical, The Wizard of Oz and Mamma Mia. Some of the shows will be performed outside at Canan Commons.
Elm St. Brewing Co. and The Fickle Peach each have several evenings of live music planned, and the Mark III Tap Room will host shows, pageants and more.
“Downtown is a central gathering place for everyone in our community to explore and enjoy. We are very excited about the wide variety of events that will be offered,” said Nick Tokar, president of the MDDP Board of Directors.
For a full schedule of events, visit downtownmuncie.org/dwntwn-wknds. The webpage will be updated continually. Follow Downtown Muncie on Facebook for additional information and updates.
About Muncie Downtown Development Partnership
Muncie Downtown Development Partnership’s roots go as far back as 1983. Since then, its mission has been to create a downtown environment that results in sustainable economic and cultural growth. It does this, in part, by uniting the community through the common love of living, working, and playing DWNTWN.
