General Events

Muncie Downtown Development Partnership and the Muncie Parks Department will host Foodie Fridays, at Canan Commons on Fridays from 11:00am-1:00pm. 

Attendees are invited to spend their lunch time relaxing in the park with friends and family, enjoying the new park and weekly entertainment. Bring your own lunch, purchase a lunch from our on-site vendors or get lunch to go from one of our DWNTWN eateries. Some seating will be available. We will also have shady spots on the lawn for guests who would like to bring blankets or lawn chairs. 

In addition to live music entertainment each week, a children’s activity will be provided.

Canan Commons is located in the 500 block of south Walnut Street near the roundabout and across the street from the YMCA and Muncie Music Center. Street parking is available and public parking lots are located throughout DWNTWN.

Food vendors, musicians and community groups who would like to join the summer rotation can contact Cheryl Crowder at cheryl@downtownmuncie.org.

Music: Brigantine

Kids Activities Sponsored by: ARF - cleaning supplies including paper towels, bleach, laundry detergent disinfecting wipes, strong trash bags as well as non-clumping (clay) kitty litter will be collected. 

Vendors: Tastes Good on a Bun / Pit Masters

People often peer into the darkness of the night sky and wonder what is there. These seemingly dark regions are actually filled with nebulae, star clusters, and other galaxies. Come learn how to navigate the sky by using bright stars and constellations, and discover what fascinating objects exist deep in space. Best suitable for all ages 8+Planetarium Information:·         Planetarium shows are free of charge. ·         No tickets or reservations are required, but plan to arrive early as seating is done on a first-come, first-serve basis. ·         We do our best to open doors 30 minutes before show time. ·         Shows run 45-60 minutes. ·         There is no food or drink allowed in the planetarium. ·         Children 17 years and under should be accompanied by an adult. ·         The Charles W. Brown Planetarium is located on the west end of the Cooper Science Complex, at 2000 W. Riverside Avenue, Muncie. ·         For directions and parking information, as well as general policies, please visit our website at bsu.edu/planetarium. 

Join us every Tuesday evening from 5:00pm-7:00pm for FREE paintball, food, basketball, Crossfit classes, shooting simulation, and MORE! Ages 17 & up preferred, all minors must have waiver signed by legal guardian.

Muncie Downtown Development Partnership and the Muncie Parks Department will host Foodie Fridays, at Canan Commons on Fridays from 11:00am-1:00pm. 

Attendees are invited to spend their lunch time relaxing in the park with friends and family, enjoying the new park and weekly entertainment. Bring your own lunch, purchase a lunch from our on-site vendors or get lunch to go from one of our DWNTWN eateries. Some seating will be available. We will also have shady spots on the lawn for guests who would like to bring blankets or lawn chairs. 

In addition to live music entertainment each week, a children’s activity will be provided.

Canan Commons is located in the 500 block of south Walnut Street near the roundabout and across the street from the YMCA and Muncie Music Center. Street parking is available and public parking lots are located throughout DWNTWN.

Food vendors, musicians and community groups who would like to join the summer rotation can contact Cheryl Crowder at cheryl@downtownmuncie.org.

June 29

Music: Music for All Summer Symposium Orchestra 

Kids Activities Sponsored by: ARF and MSO Instrument Petting Zoo. ARF will be collecting cleaning supplies including paper towels, bleach, laundry detergent disinfecting wipes, strong trash bags as well as non-clumping (clay) kitty litter.

Vendors: Maadi Grill

Join us every Tuesday evening from 5:00pm-7:00pm for FREE paintball, food, basketball, Crossfit classes, shooting simulation, and MORE! Ages 17 & up preferred, all minors must have waiver signed by legal guardian.