Entertainment

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…

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 Mike Rhodes, Editor-in-Chief, MuncieJournal.com— MUNCIE,  IN—The City of Muncie will celebrate America’s Independence Day with a number of spectacular fireworks performances. The official City of Muncie show will be aired by 104.1 HD1 WLBC and 104.9 WERK FM, with accompanying music, and will take place on the grounds of Muncie Central High School by the levee.  The show will kick off at 10 p.m. on Friday, July 4th. There will be a mix of patriotic favorites with today’s family…

By Rachel Puckett, Music for All— MUNCIE, IN—Music for All proudly presented its prestigious President’s Award to Karen Adkins, Senior Executive Director of Auxiliary Services for University Food, Beverage, Conference Services and Special Events at Ball State University and Ball State University alumna, during the opening of the 2025 Bands of America Summer Camp concert. The award recognizes Adkins’ extraordinary contributions to Music for All and the Bands of America Summer Camp over the past 14 years. Adkins has played…

Celebrate July 4, 2025 with America’s Hometown Band, 7-9 p.m. at Minnetrista Gardens in Muncie  By Katherine Huggler— MUNCIE, IN—America’s Hometown Band of Muncie invites you to a FREE evening of rousing patriotic music favorites, 7-9 p.m. on the night of July 4th, 2025. Come on over to the grounds of Minnetrista Museum & Gardens, at 1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy in Muncie, to celebrate this 2025 July 4th —  starting with the AHB Jazz Combo at 7p.m., and the AHB…