Experience Downtown Muncie In a Whole New Way During ArtsWalk on October 2
Get ready to experience downtown Muncie like never before! ArtsWalk returns on Thursday, October 2, from 5–8 PM, bringing art, music, and history to the heart of the city.
Step into the Past and Future:
Time Travel with AR: Bring your phone and explore the former Wysor Grand Opera House, the historic Wysor Building, and the Delaware County Courthouse through an augmented reality tour designed by artist John Fillwalk with Ball State’s IDIA Lab—made possible by Ball Brothers Foundation.
Dave’s Alley Debut: Don’t miss the new augmented reality, interactive, musical experience as you walk through Dave’s Alley; sponsored by The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County.
Pedestrian Ironworks: View the first two transformed utility covers designed by local artisan Aaron Nicholson—a walkable gallery sponsored by: The Community Foundation of Muncie & Delaware County, Destination: Muncie, Indiana American Water Company and contributor, Muncie Sanitary District.
More to Explore:
Gallery Openings & Exhibits: Discover featured works at downtown galleries, including Gordy Fine Art & Framing, Cornerstone Center for the Arts and Madjax.
Live Music & Buskers: Enjoy performances from talented local musicians and street performers.
Makers & Artisans: Shop handcrafted creations, including unique pieces under $40 at YART.
Food & Drink: Savor seasonal specials at downtown restaurants and bars.
DWNTWN IDOL Finale: Catch the excitement at 6 PM at Canan Commons Cardinal Community Stage sponsored by Ball State University. 20 finalists take the spotlight and compete for the title.
First Annual FWC (First Women Connections) Health & Wellness Fair. Presented by First Merchants Bank (FMB parking lot)
13th Annual Soup Crawl: Join Second Harvest Food Bank and PrimeTrust Credit Union for a wide array of soups crafted by local chefs and restaurants.
ArtsWalk celebrates art, culture, and community, inviting visitors to experience downtown Muncie during a lively, walkable evening. Shuttle Busses will loop between Ball State University’s North Dining, Health Professions Building and downtown Muncie with last pickup downtown at 8pm.
For more information, including a full list of participating galleries, performers, and events, visit https://www.downtownmuncie.org/artswalk.
About Muncie Downtown Development Partnership
The Muncie Downtown Development Partnership works to enhance downtown Muncie as a vibrant, inclusive, and thriving destination for residents, visitors, and businesses. Through events, programming, and partnerships, the organization fosters community engagement and supports the growth of arts, culture, and local businesses.