Thursday, September 28th 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Ball State Soccer versus Toledo

Come see the Cardinals face off Toledo in the third game of the MAC!

Briner Sports Complex
Free

Saturday, September 30th 9:00am - 3:00pm

BikeTOURberfest

11th Annual Wayne County Bike Tour and main fundraiser for the Wayne County Cardinal Greenway.

Well Care Community Health Lot, 201 East Main Street, Richmond, IN.
$15-30

Saturday, September 30th 12:00pm - 3:00pm

Ball State Field Hockey versus Kent State University

Ball State Cardinals and Kent State face off at Briner Sports Complex!

Briner SPorts Complex
Free

Saturday, September 30th 2:00pm - 7:00pm

Ironman 70.3 Muncie

Discover the charm of the Hoosier State by racing in IRONMAN 70.3 Muncie.

Various Deleware County Locations
$379.00

Sunday, October 1st 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Happy Little Fest

Channel your inner Bob Ross at the Happy Little Fest. There will be a variety of Bob Ross themed events.

University Green
Adult $20; students $10; kids 8 and under get in free ; Adult painting workshop $100

September 30th- October 1st

Apple Festival & Craft Fair

Enjoy fresh apples, a pumpkin patch, live music and more!

369 E Greencastle Rd, Mooresville, IN 46158
Free

Monday, October 2nd 2:30pm - 3:30pm

Responsible Conduct of Research Student Training: Mentorship

Join the Responsible Conduct of Research Student Training Program as we explore the core values of ethical research in a fun environment.



The Multicultural Center
Free

Thursday, October 5th 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Rosebud Reading Retreat

Bring a book and take a break from school and enjoy a relaxing afternoon! This is for graduate students and paid for by the Graduate School.

1805 South Hoyt Avenue Muncie, IN 47302
Free

Thursday, October 5th 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Ball State Soccer versus Kent State

Come see the Cardinals face off Kent State in the fifth game of the MAC!

Briner Sports Complex
Free

Thursday, October 5th 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Artswalk

A special edition of First Thursday, ArtsWalk features autumnal festivities and celebrates the arts culture in Muncie.

Downtown Muncie
FREE

Friday, October 6th 7:30pm

Live from Laurel Canyon

Take a 90-minute journey through a special time in American popular music.

Emens Auditorium
Students free in advance, $5 at door; Adult $31-$41; Youth $10-$20

Saturday, October 7th 4:00pm - 8:00pm

Oktoberfest

Enjoy breweries, distilleries and wineries from all over the state! along with live music! Join for a taste of Germany in Muncie! This event is 21+.

723 S Council St, Muncie, IN 47305
$37 GA; $47 VIP; $50 Contest

Saturday, October 7th 8:00pm - 11:59pm

Twenty Twenty Fro Afroman Presidential Campaign Stop

Afroman Returns to Muncie for another amazing night. 

Be Here Now DIY Music Venue & Craft Brew Bar
$20-$50

Saturday, October 7th 7:00pm

John Mulaney & Pete Davidson

Watch comedians John Mulaney and Pete Davidson make a stop at Ball State while they are on tour.

Emens Auditorium
$79.50-$149.50

Thursday, October 12th 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Ball State Women's Volleyball vs Akron

Watch the Cardinals verse Akron at Worthen Arena!

Worthen Arena
Free

Tuesday, June 6th 4:30pm - Friday, October 13th 7:30pm

Yorktown Farmers Marketplace

The Yorktown Farmers Marketplace is a year-round farm, food, and artisan market in beautiful Yorktown, IN. Nestled amongst the trees in the Walnut Grove in Morrow’s Meadow Park is where you’ll find our regular season market during May-October.

Morrow’s Meadow Park

Friday, October 13th 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Ball State Field Hockey versus Bellarmine University

Ball State Cardinals and Bellarmine University will compete at Briner Sports Complex!

Briner Sports Complex
Free

Friday, October 13th 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Ball State Women's Volleyball vs Akron

Watch the Cardinals face off with Akron at Worthen Arena!

Worthen Arena
Free

Saturday, October 14th 11:30am - 2:30pm

Partial Solar Eclipse Community Block Party

Watch the partial solar eclipse with the community! This celebration will include a bounce house, family activities, music and more. Free solar eclipse glasses will be available (while supplies last).

The Quad at Ball State University
Free

Saturday, October 14th 10:00am - 3:00pm

Art & Gift Fair

Shop local art! This event will have art and gifts made by local artists.

1110 W 10th St Muncie, IN 47302
Free

Sunday, October 15th 2:10pm - 2:10pm

Ball State Soccer versus Ohio

Watch the Cardinals verse Ohio in a nail-biting game of soccer at Briner Sports Complex! Time TBA

Briner Sports Complex
Free

Monday, October 16th 6:00pm - 8:00pm

Food Truck Festival

Kick off homecoming week with food trucks, live music and games!

Brown Family Amphitheater
Free

Tuesday, October 17th 7:30pm

Student Scholarship Talent Search

Participate in the Annual Student Scholarship Talent Search for a chance to win a $500 scholorship. You can also come watch the Talent Search!

Pruis Hall
Free

Tuesday, October 17th 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Ball State Women's Volleyball vs Toledo

Watch the Cardinals face off with Toledo at Worthen Arena!

Worthen Arena
Free

Wednesday, October 18th 11:00am - 3:00pm

Benny's Yard Games

Take a mid-day break and celebrate Homecoming week with music and games.

University Green
Free

Wednesday, October 18th 5:30pm - 9:30pm

Campus Dinner

Enjoy a Homecoming-themed dining experience with a special themed menu!

North Dining Hall
Free

Thursday, October 19th 7:30pm

Air Jam

Student organizions dance and compete in a lip-sync competiton during the annual Homecoming event.

Emens Auditorium
$15

Friday, October 20th 12:00pm

Bed Race

Join for the annual Homecoming Bed Race! Each team consists of five people – four pushing the bed, and one riding on it. Teams will compete against the clock, two teams at a time, on a 100-yard course

Riverside Avenue
Free to attend; $20 a team

Friday, October 20th 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Campus Bus Tour

A campus bus tour highlighting Ball State's newest building projects.

Alumni Center
Free

Friday, October 20th 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Ball State Field Hockey versus Appalachian State University (Senior Night)

Come celebrate Seniors at Senior Night while the team competes against Appalachian State Univeristy!

Briner Sports Complex
Free

Friday, October 20th 3:00pm - 5:00pm

Video Game Day

Enjoy video games at the library!

2005 S High St, Muncie, IN 47302
Free

Saturday, October 21st 8:45am

Chase Charlie 5K

Enjoy Homecoming morning with a run thorugh campus along the parade route.

Muncie City Hall
$35.00

Saturday, October 21st 9:00am

Homecoming Parade Alumni Viewing Party

Join fellow alumni in one of the best locations to watch the Homecoming parade! Email homecoming@bsu.edu to register. Complimentary refreshments will be available, as well as many door prize giveaways!

Corner of University and McKinley Avenues
Free

Saturday, October 21st 9:00am

Homecoming Parade

Watch university organizations,community businesses, groups, bands and even horses show off their Cardinal Pride as they travel through campus.

Ball State
Free

Saturday, October 21st 11:30am - 12:00pm

Cardinal Couple Vow Renewal

Join other alumni couples for this special event, and renew your vows at this non-denominational ceremony, officiated by President Geoffrey Mearns.

Brown Family Amphitheater
Free

Saturday, October 21st 11:00am - 1:00pm

Celebration of Beneficence

Following the Chase Charlie 5K Run/Walk, enjoy food trucks, hear The 5 Speeds band play, receive some swag giveaways, and have fun! 

Brown Family Amphitheater
Free

Saturday, October 21st 1:30pm - 3:30pm

CharlieTown Tailgate

End Homecoming week with food trucks, fun and entertainment.Then head over to Scheumann Stadium to watch the Cardinals take on Central Michigan at 3:30 p.m. for the Homecoming game.

Outside of Alumni Center
Free

Saturday, October 21st 3:30pm

Ball State Vs. Central Michigan

The Ball State Cardinals will play the Central Michigan Chippewas for the homecoming game.

Scheumann Stadium
Free for BSU students; $27 for non-students

Sunday, October 22nd 2:00pm - 5:00pm

Ball State Soccer versus Bowling Green

Ball State Cardinals with compete in the MAC against Bowling Green at Briner Sports Complex!

Briner Sports Complex
Free

Tuesday, October 24th 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Making Sustainable Change on Campus

Join Margaret Lo, Ball State’s Chief Sustainability Officer, for a plant-based appetizers and a conversation about sustainability.

L.A. Pittenger Student Center
Free

Thursday, October 26th 3:00pm - 6:00pm

Ball State Soccer versus Central Michigan

Ball State Cardinals will compete against Central Michigan in their last game of the MAC!

Briner Sports Complex
Free

Friday, October 27th 7:00pm - 10:00pm

The Stories Behind The Songs With Chris Kroeze and Derek Jones

Country music atrists,Chris Kroeze and Derek Jones, bring their music and stories to Muncie.

909 North 500 West Road Muncie, IN 47304
$25-$32

Friday, October 27th 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Ball State Women's Volleyball vs Kent State

Watch the Cardinals face off with Kent State at Worthen Arena!

Worthen Arena
Free

Saturday, October 28th 9:00am - 12:00pm

Glass Art Sale by the Ball State Glass Guild

Join the Ball State Class Guild during Framers Market to purchase unique and beautiful glass art!

1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN 47303
Free

Saturday, October 28th 11:30am - 3:00pm

DWNTWN COSTUMED CREATURE CRAWL

All furry, feathered, scaled, hairy, or hairless costumed friends are welcome!

Delaware County Building square
FREE

Saturday, October 28th 10:00am - 3:00pm

A Magic School Bus Halloween

Dress in your Halloween costume and come for a day of Magic School Bus inspired fun.

Rinard Orchid Greenhouse
Free

Saturday, October 28th 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Ball State Women's Volleyball vs Ohio

Watch the Cardinals face off with Ohio at Worthen Arena!

Worthen Arena
Free

October 20-22, 26-29

The Addams Family

Northside Middle School puts on the musical,The Addams Family.

2400 W Bethel Ave, Muncie, IN 47304
Adults $20; Students and Children $15

Every Thursday- Sundays starting October 5th through October 29th

Headless Horseman Festival

Enjoy a spooky fall evening with a Trail of Terror, Zombie Soccer, Sleepy Hollow Marionette Show and so more!

13400 Allisonville Rd, Fishers, IN 46038
$24-$31

Tuesday, October 10th 10:00am - Tuesday, October 31st 5:00pm

BOOville

Enjoy a haunted house for kids!

3000 North Meridian Street, Indianapolis, IN 46208
Free for 2 and under; Youth $20.50; Adult $25.75

Sunday, September 17th 12:00pm - Tuesday, October 31st 6:00pm

Fall Fun on the Farm

Celebrate fall by enjoying a corn maze, pumpkin patch, fall themed treats and more!

6000 West Co Road 700 South Daleville, IN 47334
$9.50

Thursday, November 2nd 7:30pm

Las Cafeteras

Join the Chicano band, Las Cafeteras, as they bring thier unique music and prefromaces to Ball State.

Pruis Hall
Students $5; Adult $19.50; Youth $9

Friday, November 10th 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Ball State Women's Volleyball vs NIU

Watch the Cardinals face off with NIU at Worthen Arena!

Worthen Arena
Free

Saturday, November 11th 4:00pm - 7:00pm

Ball State Women's Volleyball vs. NIU

Watch the Cardinals face off with NIU at Worthen Arena!

Worthen Arena
Free

Saturday, November 11th 7:30pm

Orchestra Indiana: Classical Mystery Tour

Enjoy a Beatles tribute band!

Emens Auditorium
Students $10; Adult $20-$32; Youth Free (with adult ticket purchase)

Thursday, November 16th 7:30pm

Masters of Illusion

Sit back, relax and enjoy the world's greatest award-winning magicians!

Emens Auditorium
Students free and advance, $5 at the door; Adult $33-$49

Saturday, November 25th 8:00am - 10:00pm

GOBBLE WOBBLE & SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY

Gobble Wobble maps will be on hand at most DWNTWN locations, or a map can be printed below. Visit at least six locations, purchase an item at each, and get your map marked.

Downtown
FREE

Saturday, December 2nd 6:00pm

Orchestra Indiana: Christmas Celebration

Celebrate the holidays with live music!

Emens Auditorium
Students $10; Adults $20-$32; Youth free (with purchase of adult ticket)

Sunday, December 3rd 6:00pm

Cirque Musica Holiday Wonderland

Join for an unforgettable experience to celebrate the holidays.

Emens Auditorium
Between $25 and $65

Thursday, December 7th 5:00pm - 8:00pm

LIGHT UP DWNTWN

Spread the Christmas cheer with galleries, restaurants, retailers, and neighbors throughout DWNTWN during December’s First Thursday.

Canan Commons
FREE

Saturday, October 7th 9:00am - Sunday, January 7th 5:00pm

Brain: The World Inside Your Head

Brain literally takes you inside the brain! Designed to appeal to audiences of all ages, this exhibit employs innovative special effects, hands-on learning activities, and interactive technology to delve into the brain's inner workings, including its processes, potentials, and mysteries.

1200 N Minnetrista Pkwy, Muncie, IN 47303
Free

Monday, September 25th 10:00am - Monday, May 6th 12:00am

Smartphone Detective Game

Channel your inner detective by downloading the HEARO app and go on a scavenger hunt around Muncie!

Muncie
$19.99