97 past events with the toddlers tag
20 upcoming events with this tagOct 29, 2022
Saturday
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Farmers Market
8am to 12pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Join us for Farmers Market and discover fresh and healthy food, produce, and more. It’s here you can connect with local vendors to discover what our community has to offer.
Nov 26, 2022
Saturday
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Member Saturday
9am to 5pm @
The Orchard Shop
311 W St Joseph St, Muncie, IN 47303
Join us for a special Member Saturday at The Orchard Shop! We invite members to shop local with special in-store deals exclusively for Minnetrista members. Stop and enjoy complimentary breakfast and coffee while you shop, while supplies last.
Not a Minnetrista member? Sign up in-store, online at minnetrista.net/membership, or by calling 765.282.4848. Those who sign up on the day of will receive the member discount.
Dec 17, 2022
Saturday
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Member Saturday
9am to 5pm @
The Orchard Shop
311 W St Joseph St, Muncie, IN 47303
Join us for a special Member Saturday at The Orchard Shop! We invite members to shop local with special in-store deals exclusively for Minnetrista members. Stop and enjoy complimentary breakfast and coffee while you shop, while supplies last.
Not a Minnetrista member? Sign up in-store, online at minnetrista.net/membership, or by calling 765.282.4848. Those who sign up on the day of will receive the member discount.
Apr 1, 2023
Saturday
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Glass Easter Egg Hunt
10am to 1pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Oakhurst Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $20/egg 
Things are getting egg-citing at Minnetrista, and you’re invited to a Glass Easter Egg Hunt in Oakhurst Gardens. Grab your family and get ready to search the garden for your own piece of glass art to purchase. Don’t want to hunt for your egg? Come into the Ed Center for the Annual Spring Glass Sale in partnership with Ball State University Glass Guild.
Jun 3, 2023
Saturday
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The Walking Market
9am to 4pm @
Plank Brothers Bike Co, Urban Farm and Recycling Center
920 W 8th St
Enjoy a host of homemade goodies, fun, and sunshine!
Featuring a number of community members and leaders, this event is a networking opportunity allowing artists and admiring patrons to connect in meaningful ways.
If you're a vendor and wish to participate, here's the sign up form! All details concerning sign up can be ascertained on the original Facebook link as well as any updates around the event in general.
Jun 10, 2023
Saturday
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Be My Neighbor Day
1pm to 4pm @
Canan Commons
600 S. Walnut St
Based on the animated PBS KIDS show DANIEL TIGER’S NEIGHBORHOOD, and with a nod to MISTER ROGERS’ NEIGHBORHOOD, this event focuses on the importance of being neighborly.
BE MY NEIGHBOR DAY will feature more than 20 booths (neighbors) offering fun activities for the whole family.
We have a lot of great things planned:
• Meet Daniel Tiger!
• Dance along to music by the Atomic Sharks!
• Visit our great neighbors from arts organizations, community centers and other awesome non-profit groups!
• Enjoy performances by Muncie Ballet and Youth Symphony Orchestra, too!
• Pick up your very own Be My Neighbor Day tote bag packed with goodies!
Oct 11, 2023
Wednesday
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“Boo”-levard Bash
6pm to 8pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Oct. 11, 6-8 p.m.
Free Community Event
Join us for Trick-or-Treating on one of the most iconic streets in Muncie. Guests will walk along historic Minnetrista Boulevard, collecting treats from the Ball family homes and enjoying the beautiful fall scenery. Family-friendly costumes are encouraged!
Oct 13, 2023
Friday
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Good Luck Charms
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Betty's Cabin
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Ages: For children with adult October 13; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community eventCome to Betty’s Cabin to create your very own good luck charm.
Presented by Patterson Block Muncie.
Oct 21, 2023
Saturday
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Hat Party
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Betty's Cabin
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
October 21; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community event
Inspired by the Hat Parties that Frances & Betty Ball used to host at Oakhurst, join us in Betty’s Cabin for whimsical fun! Wear a favorite hat from home or make and decorate a paper hat at the Cabin. In true party fashion, refreshments will be provided.
Presented by Patterson Block Muncie
Nov 4, 2023
Saturday
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Cornucopia Craft
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
November 4; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community eventAutumn is the time to harvest the fruits of our summer labor and reflect on what we’re grateful to have during the long winter months. Join us at Betty’s Cabin to learn the history of the Cornucopia or ‘horn of plenty’ and make your own paper cornucopias!
Presented by Patterson Block Muncie
Nov 16, 2023
Thursday
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Puppet Theatre
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
November 16; 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Free community event; registration not requiredWith the power of your imagination and a few simple tools, almost anything can be a puppet! Come to Betty’s Cabin for the chance to craft a new friend and make our Puppet Theatre your storytelling stage!
Presented by Patterson Block Muncie
Dec 1, 2023
Friday
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Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista
5pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free Community Event
Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Minnetrista. This event will feature sweet treats, winter crafts, enchanting lights, holiday entertainment, and our popular Holiday Artisan Market. Embrace the sounds and spirit of the winter holidays at this free community event.
Presented in partnership with The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, eKeeper Systems, Estep Burkey Simmons, Old National Bank, Peterman Brothers, and Whitinger & Co.
Dec 2, 2023
Saturday
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Enchanted Luminaria Walk
5pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Free Community Event
Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Minnetrista. This event will feature sweet treats, winter crafts, enchanting lights, holiday entertainment, and our popular Holiday Artisan Market. Embrace the sounds and spirit of the winter holidays at this free community event.
Presented in partnership with The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, eKeeper Systems, Estep Burkey Simmons, Old National Bank, Peterman Brothers, and Whitinger & Co
Dec 10, 2023
Sunday
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Family Workshop: Gingerbread House
2pm to 4pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
Cost: $38 per house December 10; 2-4 p.m.
Cost: $38 per house; Member discounts applyLeave the mess to Minnetrista when you join us for a fun afternoon of creativity with your family building and decorating your very own gingerbread house! We will provide gingerbread, icing, and a wide variety of beautiful treats to decorate your creation. Cocoa and cookies will be served to all guests, and Gingy, the gingerbread man, will make an appearance to help get you in the holiday spirit.
All tools and supplies will be provided.
Sep 21, 2024
Saturday
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Free Saturday
10am to 5pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Free Saturday
Visit the Muncie Children’s Museum at no charge on the 3rd Saturday of each month thanks to our generous sponsors!
Interested in how you or your company can sponsor a Free Saturday to allow everyone to visit the Muncie Children’s Museum? Please contact Kira Childers, Interim Director of Development at 765-286-1660, ext. 13 or kchilders@munciemuseum.com
Feb 22, 2025
Saturday
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Stuffie Clinic
1pm to 4pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Stuffie Clinic at MCM
Going to the doctor can be scary for children, especially if they don’t know what to expect. Ball State University Child Life Students will be joining us on February 22nd, from 1-4pm, for a Stuffie Clinic to help promote positive interactions and teach coping strategies for when medical care is needed. Using a stuffed animal as a patient, children will have the opportunity to explore and play with medical equipment and tools doctors use and talk about what they do in a language children can understand. Children will receive a free stuffed animal donated by PetSmart- Anderson and Muncie (whiles supplies last). This free community event is sponsored by Knights of Columbus-Muncie. Museum admission is FREE all day.
Giveaway: Stuffie Clinic guests will have the opportunity to be entered into a drawing where TWO winners will receive a 1 year family membership to the Muncie Children's Museum (current members excluded).
Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday
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Eggcellent Adventure
11am to 1pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: Child: $8 for non members, free for MCM members 
Eggcellent Adventure
Join us for an Eggcellent Adventure as we learn about the different parts of an egg, observe the developmental stages of an embryo, and learn how to care for baby chicks after they hatch!! This 4 week educational program begins on Tuesday, March 11 from 11am- 1pm. Each week will include a lesson and activities provided by a 4-H Youth Extension Educator as well as time to explore the museum exhibits. This program is included with museum admission or free for Muncie Children’s Museum Members. Registration is required to participate and limited spots are available. Scan the QR Code or click HERE to register.
Mar 15, 2025
Saturday
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Free Saturday
10am to 5pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Admission to the Muncie Children’s Museum is FREE to all guests on Saturday, March 15, thanks to our free day sponsor, JarKids! Come explore the museum exhibits and enjoy a fun craft provided by Jarkids! Volunteers from JarKids, will also be passing out bags of school supplies to children.
A representative for On My Way Pre-K will be there to provide information and to sign up qualifying families.
Mar 18, 2025
Tuesday
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Eggcellent Adventure
11am to 1pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: Child: $8 for non members, free for MCM members
Eggcellent Adventure
Join us for an Eggcellent Adventure as we learn about the different parts of an egg, observe the developmental stages of an embryo, and learn how to care for baby chicks after they hatch!! This 4 week educational program begins on Tuesday, March 11 from 11am- 1pm. Each week will include a lesson and activities provided by a 4-H Youth Extension Educator as well as time to explore the museum exhibits. This program is included with museum admission or free for Muncie Children’s Museum Members. Registration is required to participate and limited spots are available. Scan the QR Code or click HERE to register.
Mar 22, 2025
Saturday
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Live Geode Slicing Saturday
12pm to 5pm @
Kat’s Crystals & Curiosities
111 E Adams St Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: prices starting at just $5 ! 
Join us for the unique experience of Live Geode Slicing ! You can come & witness the transformation of raw geodes into beautiful , sparkling crystals ! Pick out your very own stone and watch as the surprise beauty is revealed . Prices staring at just $5 .
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Family Workshop: Gingerbread House
2pm to 4pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Enchanted Luminaria Walk
5pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Enchanted Luminaria Walk at Minnetrista
5pm to 9pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Puppet Theatre
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Cornucopia Craft
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Hat Party
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Betty's Cabin
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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Betty’s Cabin Activity: Good Luck Charms
10am to 3pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Betty's Cabin
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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“Boo”-levard Bash
6pm to 8pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
1200 N. Minnetrista Pkwy. IN 47303
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The Walking Market
9am to 4pm @
Plank Brothers Bike Co, Urban Farm and Recycling Center
920 W 8th St
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Member Saturday
9am to 5pm @
The Orchard Shop
311 W St Joseph St, Muncie, IN 47303
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Member Saturday
9am to 5pm @
The Orchard Shop
311 W St Joseph St, Muncie, IN 47303
