Upcoming Events
Monday, December 8, 2025
Class of 2026 Chicago Showcase
4:30 p.m.
Calendar: Theatre and Dance Calendar
2026 Chicago Showcase CastExperience the next generation of Ball State Theatre and Dance talent live in Chicago.
Wednesday, January 14, 2026
Ball State University Hat Night with the Indiana Pacers
7 p.m.
Join fellow Cardinals for a spirited night in Indy as the Pacers host Ball State University Hat Night at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Enjoy an exclusive ticket offer and a custom Pacers x Ball State beanie while cheering alongside fellow Cardinals!
Saturday, January 17, 2026
Phoenix Cardinal Kickoff
5 p.m.
Outside of Huss Brewing with sunset in backgroudnJoin us for a relaxed evening of conversation, Cardinal spirit, and local brews. This is a great opportunity to meet fellow Ball State alumni living in the Phoenix area and learn what’s ahead for our new alumni club.
Saturday, January 24, 2026
1986 Men's Basketball NCAA Tournament Team Celebration & Reunion
9 a.m.
Basketballs under goal in Worthen ArenaHonoring the Historic 1986 Ball State Men's Basketball NCAA Tournament Team: A special reunion celebration dedicated to the players, coaches, and staff who achieved a landmark NCAA Tournament bid during the 1985-86 season.
Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Arts Alive: Jeffrey Gibson
6 p.m.
Portrait of Jeffrey Gibson, 2024. Photo: Inez and VinoodhJoin us for a talk from Jeffrey Gibson, the first Indigenous artist to represent the United States with a solo presentation in the national pavilion. Free and open to the public.
Wednesday, April 1, 2026
One Ball State Day
All Day Event
One Ball State DayJoin us in Our Call to Beneficence on this One Ball State Day!
Thursday, May 28, 2026
Chicago Cardinal Networking Forum
5 p.m.
Loft Lucia Balconey with couchesJoin us at Loft Lucia for the Chicago Cardinal Networking Forum. This popular, fast-paced, structured, and fun networking event enables participants to interact with others through a series of brief one-on-one information exchanges at designated tables.