http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Family Activities Events RSS en-us Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:04:58 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/10/astronaut https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/10/astronaut Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/10/uu https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/10/uu Fridays, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Perfect for ages 12 and up. Fri, 10 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/11/astronaut https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/11/astronaut Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/11/ss https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/11/ss Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 5:00 p.m.; Learn about the Sun’s powerful magnetic fields and superhot plasma that vent in dramatic flares, violent solar tornadoes, and the largest eruptions in the solar system: Coronal Mass Ejections. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/11/uu https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/11/uu Fridays, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Perfect for ages 12 and up; all astronomy enthusiasts are welcome. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/07/11/muncie-three-trails-music-series-michael-cleveland-flamekeeper https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/07/11/muncie-three-trails-music-series-michael-cleveland-flamekeeper GRAMMY-winning bluegrass greats Michael Cleveland & Flamekeeper will open the Muncie Three Trails Music Series on Saturday, July 11th at Canan Commons. This show is sponsored by the Community Foundation of Muncie and Delaware County. This event is free and open to all. Sat, 11 Jul 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/17/astronaut https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/17/astronaut Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/17/uu https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/17/uu Fridays, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/18/astronaut https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/18/astronaut Fridays, July 10, 17 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 3:30 p.m.; Experience a rocket launch from inside the body of an astronaut, explore the amazing worlds of inner and outer space, and discover the perils that lurk in space as we subject Chad, our test astronaut, to everything space has to throw at him. Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 8 and up; all ages are welcome. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/18/ss https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/18/ss Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 5:00 p.m.; Learn about the Sun’s powerful magnetic fields and superhot plasma that vent in dramatic flares, violent solar tornadoes, and the largest eruptions in the solar system: Coronal Mass Ejections. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/18/uu https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/07/18/uu Fridays, July 10, 17 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays, July 11, 18 at 6:30 p.m.; Explore the latest discoveries in the cosmos and take a guided tour of the night sky during this live update. Recommended for ages 12 and up. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/07/25/muncie-three-trails-music-series-pokey-lafarge https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/07/25/muncie-three-trails-music-series-pokey-lafarge Critically acclaimed Americana musician Pokey LaFarge and his band will perform at 7:00 p.m. on Saturday, July 25th at Canan Commons. Locals Jerry Barker & the Onion Cutters will open the show. This event is free and open to all. Sat, 25 Jul 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/7/30/ball-state-day-at-the-indianapolis-zoo https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/7/30/ball-state-day-at-the-indianapolis-zoo Bring the whole family for a day at the Indianapolis Zoo, featuring a special meet-and-greet and group photo with Charlie Cardinal. Explore the exhibits at your own pace before wrapping up the afternoon with a complimentary, family-friendly concert included with your admission. Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/08/08/muncie-three-trails-music-series-cristina-vane https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/08/08/muncie-three-trails-music-series-cristina-vane Blues/Americana wunderkind Cristina Vane will perform on Saturday, August 8th at Canan Commons. Vane refuses to bend herself into a box, writing excellent bluegrass songs that exist cohesively alongside her blues, rock, and hill country blues inspired tunes. Speaking of her latest album, Hear My Call, she says, “ I wanted it to be a reflection of who I am…essentially a rock kid who is obsessed with old music.” This event is free and open to all. Sat, 08 Aug 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/08/22/muncie-three-trails-music-series-lost-bayou-ramblers https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/08/22/muncie-three-trails-music-series-lost-bayou-ramblers Modern Cajun afficionados and two-time GRAMMY winners Lost Bayou Ramblers will headline this show at the Brown Family Amphitheater. The group will also open the show with a traditional acoustic set. This event is free and open to all. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/08/29/muncie-three-trails-music-series-flor-de-toloache https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/08/29/muncie-three-trails-music-series-flor-de-toloache This group weaves a variety of influences (e.g., salsa, bachata, cumbia, gypsy, Latin jazz, pop, hip-hop, soul) into their unique sound, giving them an edgy, versatile and fresh take on traditional Mexican music. This event is free and open to all. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/09/05/muncie-three-trails-music-series-blue-moon-marquee https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/09/05/muncie-three-trails-music-series-blue-moon-marquee Award-winning Canadian blues/swing duo Blue Moon Marquee will grace Muncie’s Canan Commons stage on Saturday, September 5th. The Prairie Creek Sirens will open. This event is free and open to all. Sat, 05 Sep 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/9/12/charlietown-tailgate-at-family-weekend https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/9/12/charlietown-tailgate-at-family-weekend Calling all Ball State alumni, fans, and friends, kick off game day with fellow Cardinals before we take on Stony Brook! Join us outside the Alumni Center two hours before kickoff for a CharlieTown Tailgate filled with great food, cold drinks, entertainment, and plenty of Cardinal spirit. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2026/09/18/rhinestone-cowgirls https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2026/09/18/rhinestone-cowgirls 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Fri, 18 Sep 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/09/19/muncie-three-trails-music-series-mike-farris-and-the-fortunate-few https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/cfa/2026/09/19/muncie-three-trails-music-series-mike-farris-and-the-fortunate-few Mike Farris is a GRAMMY, Americana Association, and Dove Music award winner, with six solo albums since 2001. Farris brings a “…supersized voice filled with the electricity of Saturday night and the godly grace of Sunday mornings…” to the stage. This event is free and open to all. Sat, 19 Sep 2026 19:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2026/09/26/late-nite-catechism https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2026/09/26/late-nite-catechism 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Sat, 26 Sep 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/3/26-charlietown-tailgate-at-community-weekend https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/3/26-charlietown-tailgate-at-community-weekend Calling all Ball State Alumni, fans and friends: celebrate your Cardinal pride before our home football game against the Toledo Rockets! Sat, 03 Oct 2026 10:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/10/05/clue https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/10/05/clue 7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Mon, 05 Oct 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/10/15/the-wiz https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/10/15/the-wiz 7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Thu, 15 Oct 2026 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/10/17/kids-make-art-at-doma https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2026/10/17/kids-make-art-at-doma A fun-filled opportunity for families and kids to experience the artworks at DOMA through art making activities with student teachers from the Ball State Art Education program. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/charlietown-tailgate-at-homecoming https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/alumni-association/2026/10/24/charlietown-tailgate-at-homecoming Calling all Ball State alumni, fans, and friends—join us as we celebrate 100 years of Homecoming and “Chirping Through the Decades” before the Cardinals take on Sacramento State! Sat, 24 Oct 2026 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/11/13/wild-kratts-live https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2026/11/13/wild-kratts-live 6:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Fri, 13 Nov 2026 18:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2026/11/20/broadway-in-love https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2026/11/20/broadway-in-love 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Fri, 20 Nov 2026 19:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2027/01/27/carpenters https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2027/01/27/carpenters 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Wed, 27 Jan 2027 19:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2027/02/19/forjoury https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2027/02/19/forjoury 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Fri, 19 Feb 2027 19:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/02/23/jazz-at-lincoln-center https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/02/23/jazz-at-lincoln-center 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Tue, 23 Feb 2027 19:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/03/16/waitress https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/03/16/waitress 7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Tue, 16 Mar 2027 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/03/30/one-night-of-queen https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/03/30/one-night-of-queen 7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Tue, 30 Mar 2027 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2027/04/03/kids-make-art-at-doma https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/administrative/museum-of-art/2027/04/03/kids-make-art-at-doma A fun-filled opportunity for families and kids to experience the artworks at DOMA through art making activities with student teachers from the Ball State Art Education program. Sat, 03 Apr 2027 13:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/04/24/shucked https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/emens-auditorium/2027/04/24/shucked 7:30 p.m. | Emens Auditorium Sat, 24 Apr 2027 19:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2027/04/27/nat-geo https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2027/04/27/nat-geo 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Tue, 27 Apr 2027 19:30:00 -0400