Some scoff at the notion of a cheap date, but the abundance of low-cost things to do on Valentine’s Day weekend may be too good to pass up.
From trippy planetariums to basketball, Muncie offers plenty of activities for that special weekend with that special someone.
For rock climbers: Valentine’s Day at the Indoor Climbing Wall
On Valentine’s Day Ball State’s Outdoor Pursuits Program is offering free rentals for Ball State students and their significant others. Just stop by the Outdoor Pursuits office in the Recreation Center to pick up a special card prior to the event.
For pancake eaters: Ball State Dance Marathon Pancake Dinner at the First Presbyterian Church
Not only can you satisfy your date and yourself with all you can eat pancakes, but you can lend a helping hand in Ball State Dance Marathon’s endeavor to help those in need at Riley Hospital. The dinner takes place on Valentine’s Day for $5. The time has yet to be announced.
For play lovers: “Wrens” at University Theatre
If you and your significant other want an easy-going evening to relax and watch a play, then “Wrens” might be for you. Written by Annie McGravie, “Wrens” is World War II drama that details the lives of women serving in the Woman’s Royal Navy Service. Tickets are $7 for students and the play will run Feb. 7 to 9 and 13 to 16 at 7:30 p.m., and Feb. 10 at 2:30 p.m.
For art lovers: Gordy’s Annual BSU Print Exhibit
The Gordy Fine Art and Framing Company will showcase intaglio and relief prints by Ball State professors David and Sarojini Johnson and two students, Brandon Beeson and Terre Keck. The exhibit takes place during normal business from today through March 2. It’s a free exhibition, so if you are on the super-cheap end, then this could be your Valentine salvation.
For space buffs: “The Missing Universe” at the Ball State Planetarium
Couples who have any interest in anything space-related can get lost in the massive expanse of our final frontier for free. “The Missing Universe” will have multiple showings, each one lasting an hour, on Feb. 15 and 16 at 7 p.m. and 8 p.m.
For music aficionados: Good Luck Varsity at Be Here Now
For those couples who want a bit of sonic stimulation for their night out, Canton, Mich., rockers Good Luck Varsity will stop at Be Here Now on Valentine’s Day. They will be accompanied by The Day After, Part-Time Heroes and Emily Myren. The show begins at 8 p.m.
For sports fans: Men’s Basketball - Ball State vs. Eastern Michigan
The Ball State men’s basketball team will host the Eagles of Eastern Michigan at Worthen Arena on Feb. 16. The game starts at 2.p.m. and students get in free of charge.
For ice skaters and dancers: Residence Hall Association’s Fire and Ice Dance
RHA will have an ice rink at L.A. Pittenger Student Center for its Fire and Ice Dance. There will be free ice skating, food, dancing and a costume contest. The event starts at 8 p.m. in the Student Center Ballroom.
For film buffs: “Life of Pi” at Pruis Hall
“Life of Pi”, directed by Ang Lee, will be showing on Feb. 15 in Pruis Hall as part of the Friday Night Flimworks. “Life of Pi” follows the story of a teenager who is stranded in the Pacific Ocean on a lifeboat with a Bengal Tiger. The film starts at 9 p.m. and is free to Ball State students.
For the low-key couple: Dinner and movie at home
For those couples that want a relaxing evening to themselves, then this one is for you. Just grab some cheap food to cook at home, a film from Family Video and you are set to go. Simple and sweet.
