ArtsWalk

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2026 • 5–8 PM

A special edition of First Thursday, ArtsWalk celebrates the arts culture in Muncie. Watch and learn from local artists, support vendors at YART, and explore the DWNTWN community. During ArtsWalk, explore DWNTWN and sample a variety of delicious soups during Soup Crawl.

Experience Flower Hour, YART, galleries, and more at the Brink of Summer ArtsWalk in June!

DWNTWN IDOL Finale

All summer long, hopefuls have been singing their hearts out for the chance to be crowned the next DWNTWN IDOL. Watch at Canan Commons starting at 6 PM as 20 finalists compete for the top prize. Join the fun by voting for the People’s Choice Prize.

DWNTWN IDOL SPONSORED BY CITY OF MUNCIE

STAGE SPONSORED BY BALL STATE UNIVERSITY

Echoes of Muncie AR Experience

Step back in time and see former DWNTWN buildings in all their glory via an intriguing Augmented Reality Experience. New this year, the Rivoli Theatre and Ball Stores buildings join the Wysor Building, Wysor Grand Opera House, and Delaware County Courthouse.

PRODUCED BY IDIA LAB AT BALL STATE UNIVERSITY

MADE POSSIBLE BY BALL BROTHERS FOUNDATION

Art Exhibits & Galleries

Featuring local and visiting artisans in various media at Cornerstone, Gordy, and other galleries throughout DWNTWN.

Soup Crawl

PrimeTrust FCU is back with this fan-fave event benefiting Second Harvest Food Bank. Purchase a ticket and sample many incredible soups!

YART

A YARD SALE FOR ART!
Meet a wide variety of local makers and artisans, all with art priced under $40, at Canan Commons.

Food Trucks & Local Eats

Sample street fare and drinks from local food trucks or stop in at your favorite DWNTWN eatery for your favorite bite or try a new special seasonal flavor.

And so much more!

The fall event you just can’t miss has something for everyone in the family to enjoy!