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Dec 4, 2025

Tomorrow

Amazing Elf Adventure 5pm to 8pm @ Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305

Cost:	Members: $4, Non-Members: $6, MCM Access for All: $1

Amazing Elf Adventure

The Amazing Elf Adventure (AEA) is back!
Join us for a holiday fun house experience where your family will embark on a festive scavenger hunt filled with cheerful activities and elf-worthy tasks to see if you have what it takes to become one of Santa’s newest helpers! Don’t miss out on this fan favorite — open for one weekend only!

Admission:
Members: $4
Non-Members: $6 for AEA or $12 for AEA/MCM combo tickets
MCM Access for All: $1
Tickets can be purchased at MCM’s front desk.

Presented by our generous sponsors: Shafer Foundation and Thrive Credit Union.

Tags:	children's events, downtown, preschool, christmas, museums, family events, toddlers
Source:	https://www.facebook.com/share/1L924VR7Ui/
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/10977
Author:	Muncie Children's Museum

Dec 5, 2025

This Friday

Amazing Elf Adventure 3pm to 8pm @ Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305

Cost:	Members: $4, Non-Members: $6, MCM Access for All: $1

Amazing Elf Adventure

Admission:
Members: $4
Non-Members: $6 for AEA or $12 for AEA/MCM combo tickets
MCM Access for All: $1
Tickets can be purchased at MCM’s front desk.

Presented by our generous sponsors: Shafer Foundation and Thrive Credit Union.

Tags:	children's events, downtown, preschool, christmas, museums, family events, toddlers
Source:	https://www.facebook.com/share/17MyL1uTTP/
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/10978
Author:	Muncie Children's Museum

Dec 6, 2025

This Saturday

Amazing Elf Adventure 10am to 8pm @ Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305

Cost:	Members: $4, Non-Members: $6, MCM Access for All: $1

Amazing Elf Adventure

Admission:
Members: $4
Non-Members: $6 for AEA or $12 for AEA/MCM combo tickets
MCM Access for All: $1
Tickets can be purchased at MCM’s front desk.

Presented by our generous sponsors: Shafer Foundation and Thrive Credit Union.

Tags:	children's events, downtown, preschool, christmas, museums, family events, toddlers
Source:	https://www.facebook.com/share/1BrGmRYNub/
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/10979
Author:	Muncie Children's Museum

Earth, Moon, and Sun 3:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue

Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 3:30 p.m.

Coyote’s many misconceptions about Earth and its neighbors spark curiosity and lead viewers to explore how the Earth, Moon, and Sun work together as a system, distinguishing myth from science.
Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8+; all ages are welcome.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.

Tags:	children's events, ball state university, family events, science
Series:	"Earth, Moon, and Sun" 3:30pm Planetarium Show
Source:	https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/calendars/academics/planetarium
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/10015
Author:	Charles W. Brown Planetarium

Dec 7, 2025

This Sunday

Sundaes with Santa 1pm to 4:30pm @ Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305

Cost:	Children: $15 (members), $20 (non-members), $8 (MCM Access for All). Adult: $5 (members and non-members), $2 (MCM Access for All).

Sundaes with Santa

Kick off the holiday season with a sweet celebration at the 𝐌𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐞 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐮𝐦! Enjoy a delicious ice cream sundae, meet Santa, explore the Amazing Elf Adventure, and make magical memories with your family.

Reserve your spot today—this event fills up fast!
https://app.etapestry.com/.../Muncie.../default/index.php...

Discounted admission is available for qualifying MCM Access for All families.

Tags:	children's events, preschool, christmas, santa, museums, family events, toddlers, downtown
Source:	https://www.facebook.com/share/17ifL15goK/
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/11017
Author:	Muncie Children's Museum

Dec 12, 2025

Friday

The Children's Nutcracker 7pm to 8:30pm @ Cornerstone Center for the Arts Auditorium 520 East Main Street - Muncie, IN 47305

Muncie Ballet Studio brings classical dance and music to life with each performance.

The Children's Nutcracker will be performed on Friday, Dec 12th and 13th at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Details:

Friday, Dec. 12th 7 PM
Saturday, Dec 13th, 11 AM and 4 PM

Tickets: $10 General Seating for ages 5 and up. No charge for children under 5 Tickets at BerryWinkle Frozen Yogurt and RoseBud Coffee House

Learn more at MuncieBallet.org

The Children’s Nutcracker is a delightful retelling of the beloved holiday classic, capturing the wonder and imagination of a young girl’s dreamlike adventure. When her cherished Nutcracker doll comes to life, she is swept into a magical journey filled with dancing snowflakes, a fierce battle with the Mouse King, and a visit to the enchanting Land of the Sweets. Set to Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky’s timeless score, this ballet celebrates the magic of childhood and the joy of the holiday season. Performed for children by children, the perfect length for children.

Tags:	dance, theater, children's events, downtown, christmas, family events
Series:	The Children's Nutcracker
Source:	MuncieBsllet.org
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/11010
Author:	Anonymous

Dec 13, 2025

Saturday

Earth, Moon, and Sun 3:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue

Saturdays: Dec. 6, 13 at 3:30 p.m.

Plan Your Visit to the Planetarium

Please Note: Programs start promptly at the advertised time. Doors close once full or 15 minutes after showtime, and no entry is permitted after that time.

Tags:	children's events, ball state university, family events, science
Series:	"Earth, Moon, and Sun" 3:30pm Planetarium Show
Source:	https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/calendars/academics/planetarium
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/10016
Author:	Charles W. Brown Planetarium

The Children's Nutcracker 7pm to 8:30pm @ Cornerstone Center for the Arts Auditorium 520 East Main Street - Muncie, IN 47305

Muncie Ballet Studio brings classical dance and music to life with each performance.

The Children's Nutcracker will be performed on Friday, Dec 12th and 13th at Cornerstone Center for the Arts. Details:

Friday, Dec. 12th 7 PM
Saturday, Dec 13th, 11 AM and 4 PM

Tickets: $10 General Seating for ages 5 and up. No charge for children under 5 Tickets at BerryWinkle Frozen Yogurt and RoseBud Coffee House

Learn more at MuncieBallet.org

Tags:	dance, theater, children's events, downtown, christmas, family events
Series:	The Children's Nutcracker
Source:	MuncieBsllet.org
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/11011
Author:	Anonymous

Dec 27, 2025

Saturday

Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday 11:30am @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Betty's Cabin 1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy

Bring your little ones to Storytime Saturday! Join one of our experience guides for a cozy storytime perfect for children 5 and under and their families. Each month, we’ll feature a special seasonal story that celebrates the time of year.

Betty’s Cabin Activities are presented in partnership with Patterson Block Muncie.

Tags:	books, reading, storytelling, children's events, family events
Series:	Betty’s Cabin Activity: Storytime Saturday
Source:	https://www.minnetrista.net/events/bettys-cabin-storytime-feb-1-2025
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/9528
Author:	Megan Barry - Minnetrista

Dec 31, 2025

Wednesday

New Year's Eve Bash 1pm to 4:30pm @ Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305

Cost:	$8 for non members, $1 for MCM Access for All, FREE for MCM members

NYE Bash

Get ready to ring in the New Year with your little ones!

Join us on Wednesday, December 31st, at the Muncie Children’s Museum for an exciting afternoon of family fun during our annual New Year’s Eve Bash. Festivities kick off at 1:00 pm and conclude with a festive balloon drop at 4:30 pm. Don't miss out on this magical New Year's celebration designed with families in mind!

All activities are included with admission and free for MCM Members!

Tags:	children's events, preschool, museums, family events, toddlers
Source:	https://www.facebook.com/share/1KtzRgDV3M/
Link:	https://muncieevents.com/event/11076
Author:	Muncie Children's Museum

Jun 5, 2026

Friday