847 past events with the family events tag
55 upcoming events with this tagDec 1, 2024
Sunday
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Amazing Elf Adventure at Muncie Children's Museum
1:00pm to 4:30pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: MCM Members: $4, Non-Members: $6 for AEA tickets only or $12 for AEA/Museum combo tickets 
It’s time again for the Amazing Elf Adventure, one of Muncie Children’s Museum’s biggest events of the year! The Amazing Elf Adventure (AEA) is a holiday fun house that invites your family to participate in a scavenger hunt filled with activities and tasks to see if you have what it takes to become one of Santa’s newest elves.
Admission to Amazing Elf Adventure is $6 for non-members and $4 for MCM members. For non-member families visiting both Amazing Elf Adventure and the museum exhibit floor, admission is $12. Tickets can be purchased at MCM’s front desk.
Amazing Elf Adventure is made possible thanks to our presenting sponsors, Shafer Foundation and Thrive Credit Union.
Dec 5, 2024
Thursday
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Sidewalk Sale🎄Muncie Makers Market at Light Up DWNTWN
5:00pm to 8:00pm @
Adams & Walnut
The Muncie Makers Market will set up outdoors on the sidewalks of Downtown Muncie for Light Up DWNTWN! 🎄 We'll be at Adams & Walnut from 5-8p - bundle up and enjoy a lovely Winter evening in Downtown Muncie!
Light Up DWNTWN!🎄
5:00pm to 8:00pm @
Canan Commons & Throughout Downtown Muncie
500 South Walnut Street
Help us kickoff the holiday season with our annual Light Up DWNTWN event on First Thursday, December 5 from 5-8 pm.
Starting at 5 pm, enjoy performances, a kiddie train, and even a visit from Santa all at Canan Commons! Embrace the Christmas spirit by counting down the lighting of the community Christmas tree at 6 pm.
Explore the rest of DWNTWN for specialty holiday festivities:
- Holiday Gift Market
- First Thursday Gallery Walk
- Storefront Holiday Window Display Contest
Dec 6, 2024
Friday
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Enchanted Luminaria Walk
5:00pm to 9:00pm @
Minnetrista Museum & Gardens
Whole Campus
1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy
Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Minnetrista. Enjoy three miles of enchanting lights, sweet treats, food, live music, live theater, winter crafts, a barrel train for kids, our popular Holiday Artisan Market, and more. Embrace the sounds and spirit of the winter holidays at this FREE community event.
- The Christmas Star 6:30pm to 7:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.Dec 7, 2024
Saturday
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Amazing Elf Adventure at Muncie Children's Museum
10:00am to 4:30pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: MCM Members: $4, Non-Members: $6 for AEA tickets only or $12 for AEA/Museum combo tickets It’s time again for the Amazing Elf Adventure, one of Muncie Children’s Museum’s biggest events of the year! The Amazing Elf Adventure (AEA) is a holiday fun house that invites your family to participate in a scavenger hunt filled with activities and tasks to see if you have what it takes to become one of Santa’s newest elves.
Admission to Amazing Elf Adventure is $6 for non-members and $4 for MCM members. For non-member families visiting both Amazing Elf Adventure and the museum exhibit floor, admission is $12. Tickets can be purchased at MCM’s front desk.
Amazing Elf Adventure is made possible thanks to our presenting sponsors, Shafer Foundation and Thrive Credit Union.
- One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure 3:30pm to 4:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant program that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They will also find shapes in the sky that will help them find the North Star. This cross-cultural adventure opens children's eyes to the sky, helping them see how people all over the world are connected.
Best suited for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners, all ages are welcome.- Enchanted Luminaria Walk 5:00pm to 9:00pm @ Minnetrista Museum & Gardens Whole Campus 1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy
Kick off the holiday season with family and friends at Minnetrista. Enjoy three miles of enchanting lights, sweet treats, food, live music, live theater, winter crafts, a barrel train for kids, our popular Holiday Artisan Market, and more. Embrace the sounds and spirit of the winter holidays at this FREE community event.
- The Christmas Star 5:00pm to 6:00pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.- The Christmas Star 6:30pm to 7:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.Dec 8, 2024
Sunday
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Sundaes with Santa
1:00am to 4:30pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: Child admission is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Adult admission is $5. 
Santa is coming to MCM!!
Join us on Sunday, December 8th from 1-4:30pm, for Sundaes with Santa, hosted by the Muncie Children's Museum Guild! Admission includes an ice cream sundae & drink, a photo with Santa, face painting, reindeer food, Christmas activities and craft, a ticket to the Amazing Elf Adventure (to be used during the event) and much more. Early registration is recommended. The museum will not be open for general admission on December 8th.
- Sundaes with Santa 1:00pm to 4:30pm @ Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: Child admission is $15 for members and $20 for non-members. Adult admission is $5 each. Santa is coming to MCM!!
Join us on Sunday, December 8th from 1-4:30pm, for Sundaes with Santa, hosted by the Muncie Children's Museum Guild! Admission includes an ice cream sundae & drink, a photo with Santa, face painting, reindeer food, Christmas activities and craft, a ticket to the Amazing Elf Adventure (to be used during the event) and much more. Early registration is recommended. The museum will not be open for general admission on December 8th.
- A Jazz Christmas Celebration Concert 3:00pm to 4:15pm @ Hazelwood Christian Church 1400 W. University Ave., Muncie
Cost: Free, Donations welcome Save the Date! Muncie's America's Hometown Jazz Combo presents a holiday Jazz concert to benefit the Soup Kitchen of Muncie. Admission is free donations are welcome. Join saxophonist George Wolfe and his fellow musicians for a family friendly show that includes sing-along carols and other seaonal favorites as well as a Hanukkah song played in the Kelzmer style. Start you holiday season off with this entertaining concert! America's Hometown jazz combo appears courtesy of America's Hometown Band.
Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland
6:00pm @
Emens Auditorium, Ball State University
1800 W Riverside Ave
Cost: $25 - $65 
Step into a world of enchantment this holiday season with Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland. Get ready to be swept away on a journey filled with music, marvels, and merriment, guaranteed to ignite the festive spirit in all who attend. Join us for a breathtaking spectacle featuring the unparalleled talents of the Cirque Musica ensemble. From awe-inspiring acrobatics to gravity-defying aerial feats, every moment is a testament to the performers' extraordinary skill and boundless imagination.
Dec 13, 2024
Friday
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The Christmas Star
6:30pm to 7:30pm @
Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University
2111 West Riverside Avenue
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.Dec 14, 2024
Saturday
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Amazing Elf Adventure at Muncie Children's Museum
10:00am to 4:30pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: MCM Members: $4, Non-Members: $6 for AEA tickets only or $12 for AEA/Museum combo tickets It’s time again for the Amazing Elf Adventure, one of Muncie Children’s Museum’s biggest events of the year! The Amazing Elf Adventure (AEA) is a holiday fun house that invites your family to participate in a scavenger hunt filled with activities and tasks to see if you have what it takes to become one of Santa’s newest elves.
Admission to Amazing Elf Adventure is $6 for non-members and $4 for MCM members. For non-member families visiting both Amazing Elf Adventure and the museum exhibit floor, admission is $12. Tickets can be purchased at MCM’s front desk.
Amazing Elf Adventure is made possible thanks to our presenting sponsors, Shafer Foundation and Thrive Credit Union.
- One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure 3:30pm to 4:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
"One World, One Sky" is a brilliant program that follows Sesame Street's Big Bird and Elmo as they explore the night sky with Hu Hu Zhu, a new friend from China. Together, they take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, where they discover how different it is from Earth. They will also find shapes in the sky that will help them find the North Star. This cross-cultural adventure opens children's eyes to the sky, helping them see how people all over the world are connected.
Best suited for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners, all ages are welcome.- The Christmas Star 5:00pm to 6:00pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.- The Christmas Star 6:30pm to 7:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
Over the years many people have tried to explain the appearance of the Star of Bethlehem, as described in the Bible. Can the star be explained as an exploding star, a comet, or some other natural event in the sky? Potential natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem and common modern-day misconceptions will be discussed.
Suitable for all ages 10+, all ages are welcome.Dec 15, 2024
Sunday
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Amazing Elf Adventure at Muncie Children's Museum
1:00pm to 4:30pm @
Muncie Children's Museum
515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
Cost: MCM Members: $4, Non-Members: $6 for AEA tickets only or $12 for AEA/Museum combo tickets It’s time again for the Amazing Elf Adventure, one of Muncie Children’s Museum’s biggest events of the year! The Amazing Elf Adventure (AEA) is a holiday fun house that invites your family to participate in a scavenger hunt filled with activities and tasks to see if you have what it takes to become one of Santa’s newest elves.
Admission to Amazing Elf Adventure is $6 for non-members and $4 for MCM members. For non-member families visiting both Amazing Elf Adventure and the museum exhibit floor, admission is $12. Tickets can be purchased at MCM’s front desk.
Amazing Elf Adventure is made possible thanks to our presenting sponsors, Shafer Foundation and Thrive Credit Union.
- One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure 3:30pm to 4:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
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- Sundaes with Santa 1:00pm to 4:30pm @ Muncie Children's Museum 515 S. High St., Muncie, IN 47305
- One World, One Sky: Big Bird’s Adventure 3:30pm to 4:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
- The Christmas Star 6:30pm to 7:30pm @ Charles W. Brown Planetarium, Ball State University 2111 West Riverside Avenue
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