11 past events with the fireworks tag

It is DWNTWN Muncie’s biggest party of the year! DWNTWN is gearing up for its 13th annual Muncie Gras celebration. The party will take place in the streets of downtown Muncie on Saturday, March 28th, from 7 p.m. to 2 a.m. Locals, visitors and students ages 21 and older are welcome to join in the New Orleans-style festivities

Event Director Cheryl Crowder said, “It’s our version of Bourbon on Walnut Street!  This year should be bigger and better than ever. We’re building an event that continues to gain exposure throughout the Midwest.” Last year’s event drew upwards of 8,000 attendees from throughout the region.

This year’s entertainment offerings include the ever popular mechanical bull, bumper cars, stunt jump, human orbs, go-go cage, The Extreme Midget Wrestling Federation, Blue Moon Sideshow Circus, Cirilla’s dance party and game tent, Be Here Now’s live music stage, The Acoustic Room live music stage, BSU marching Band, Carenza’s Caravan of belly dancers, fire spinners and aerial acts, After Dark’s drag show and sizzling hot male revue, and tons of live entertainment indoors and out to keep you in the party mood! 10 outdoor bars will keep the libations flowing throughout the night.  Budweiser will sponsor a 20 minute firework show at midnight that both attendees and the Muncie community are invited to enjoy, in celebration of Muncie’s 150th Sesquicentennial.

The event is open to those 21 years and over. Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the gate. Tickets go on sale March 2nd.  For those who would like to purchase tickets online, you may do so at http://munciegras.brownpapertickets.com on March 2nd.  The MITS trolley and buses will provide a safe ride home, from 7 p.m. to 3 a.m. with routes to the Ball State campus and Lyndenbrook area hotels.

Check www.downtownmuncie.org or our Muncie Gras Facebook page beginning March 1st for entertainment updates and schedules, pre-sale ticket locations, hotel information and MITS Trolley routes. To keep up with the latest developments on the celebration, follow Muncie Gras on Twitter, @MuncieGras.  Let the good times roll!

Bud Light Muncie Gras is produced by Muncie Downtown Development Partnership and sponsored by Cirilla’s and Woof Boom Radio.

July 4; 6 p.m. 
East Lawn and Greensward
Free community event 

Gather your loved ones, bring your lawn chairs and blankets, and celebrate Independence Day at Minnetrista. The evening will be filled with engaging and entertaining outdoor activities, including lawn games, glitter tattoos, live music from America’s Hometown Band, and much more! And don't worry about snacks and drinks because we've got you covered with our concessions available for purchase throughout the event. As night falls, enjoy a dazzling fireworks show with lively music in the background, creating the perfect atmosphere to relax and enjoy with your friends and family. 

Independence Day is presented in partnership with eKeeper Systems and the City of Muncie. 

Fire Up DWNTWN is the summer event you don't dare miss! 🔥 This festival is presented by Muncie Downtown Development Partnership and Ivy Tech Community College and will be held in the streets of Downtown Muncie from 1-10p on Saturday, September 21st. Packed with engaging activities and attractions for the whole family, this all-day event will be fun and over-the-top-hot! A mixture of hot air balloons, spicy foods, smokin’ ribs, vendors, games, and live entertainment, this peak extravaganza offers something for everyone!

• Tethered Hot Air Balloon Rides
• Special Shape Hot Air Balloon Glow
• BBQ Ribs + Food Trucks 
• Get Revved Up Motorcycle Show
• Liquid Fire Iron Pour
• The Human Library
• Live Music + Two Stages
• Dave’s Alley Dancing
• Kid’s Area Activities: Toy Story Bounce, Fire Combo, Wall of Fire, Red Hot Children’s Express Train
• Euro Bungee + Rock Wall
• Just Jeepin’ Smokin’ Hot Cruise-In
• Yard Games with EGTI
• Aerial Annex Performance
• Water Balloon Fight: Police vs. Fire + Kids
• Inflatable Costume Relay
• Muncie Civic Theatre Performance
• Rock Star Bingo
• Street Survivor Show Off (Van Show)
• DWNTWN IDOL
• Line Dancing
• Hot Pepper Eating Contest
• Fire Spinners + LED Dancers
• Muncie Makers Market
• And, You Guessed It, MORE!