http://www.bsu.edu/news/press-center Ball State University Family Activities Events RSS en-us Thu, 16 Jul 2026 13:33:42 -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/planetarium/2026/08/21/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/21/owos Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/21/lbh https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/21/lbh Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with a planetarium short from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/22/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/22/owos Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/22/bope https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/22/bope Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 5:00 p.m.; This show tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins, and helps us explore the potential of other possible worlds like our own. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/22/lbh https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/22/lbh Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with a planetarium short from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Sat, 22 Aug 2026 18:30:00 -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/planetarium/2026/08/28/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/28/owos Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/28/lbh https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/28/lbh Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with a planetarium short from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Fri, 28 Aug 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/29/owos https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/29/owos Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 5:00 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 3:30 p.m.; Take an imaginary trip from Sesame Street to the moon, find shapes in the sky, and learn about the North Star in this cross-cultural adventure with Big Bird, Elmo, and their friend Hu Hu Zhu from China. Perfect for families and groups with pre-K through 1st grade learners. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/29/bope https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/29/bope Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 5:00 p.m.; This show tells the twisted tale of our planet’s origins, and helps us explore the potential of other possible worlds like our own. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/29/lbh https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/08/29/lbh Fridays: Aug. 21, 28 at 6:30 p.m.; Saturdays: Aug. 22, 29 at 6:30 p.m.; In this fast-paced program, explore the most massive objects in the universe with a planetarium short from “Kurzgesagt – In a Nutshell,” the award-winning YouTube creators who make complex science accessible, accompanied by live discussion on the latest discoveries. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Sat, 29 Aug 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/09/10/lw https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/10/lw Join narrator Daveed Diggs on a journey through space and time to discover how life makes Earth livable, where it could be found elsewhere in the cosmos, and what new technologies might be used to find it. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/10/tgssa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/10/tgssa This character-led adventure takes you through the dangers and wonders of our Solar System and beyond—fasten your seatbelt and see if you have the courage to make it home in one piece! Recommended for ages 8+. Thu, 10 Sep 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/11/lw https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/11/lw Join narrator Daveed Diggs on a journey through space and time to discover how life makes Earth livable, where it could be found elsewhere in the cosmos, and what new technologies might be used to find it. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/11/tgssa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/11/tgssa This character-led adventure takes you through the dangers and wonders of our Solar System and beyond—fasten your seatbelt and see if you have the courage to make it home in one piece! Recommended for ages 8+. Fri, 11 Sep 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/09/12/mthsm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/12/mthsm Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/12/lw https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/12/lw Join narrator Daveed Diggs on a journey through space and time to discover how life makes Earth livable, where it could be found elsewhere in the cosmos, and what new technologies might be used to find it. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/12/tgssa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/12/tgssa This character-led adventure takes you through the dangers and wonders of our Solar System and beyond—fasten your seatbelt and see if you have the courage to make it home in one piece! Recommended for ages 8+. Sat, 12 Sep 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/09/25/lw https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/25/lw Join narrator Daveed Diggs on a journey through space and time to discover how life makes Earth livable, where it could be found elsewhere in the cosmos, and what new technologies might be used to find it. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/25/tgssa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/25/tgssa This character-led adventure takes you through the dangers and wonders of our Solar System and beyond—fasten your seatbelt and see if you have the courage to make it home in one piece! Recommended for ages 8+. Fri, 25 Sep 2026 18:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/26/mthsm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/26/mthsm Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Sat, 26 Sep 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/26/lw https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/26/lw Join narrator Daveed Diggs on a journey through space and time to discover how life makes Earth livable, where it could be found elsewhere in the cosmos, and what new technologies might be used to find it. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Sat, 26 Sep 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/26/tgssa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/09/26/tgssa This character-led adventure takes you through the dangers and wonders of our Solar System and beyond—fasten your seatbelt and see if you have the courage to make it home in one piece! Recommended for ages 8+. Sat, 26 Sep 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/10/02/hco5pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/02/hco5pm Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/02/spaceslays https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/02/spaceslays From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Fri, 02 Oct 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/10/03/mthsm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/03/mthsm Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Sat, 03 Oct 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/03/hco5pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/03/hco5pm Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+. Sat, 03 Oct 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/03/spaceslays https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/03/spaceslays From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Sat, 03 Oct 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/10/16/hco5pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/16/hco5pm Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/16/spaceslays https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/16/spaceslays From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Fri, 16 Oct 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/10/17/mthsm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/17/mthsm Travel with Jack and Annie, stars of the Magic Tree House® best-selling children’s book series, as they search for answers to a mysterious riddle and meet a helpful astronomer and astronaut. Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 15:30:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/17/hco5pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/17/hco5pm Think Halloween is just candy and costumes? Discover its astronomical roots as a “cross-quarter day” and find out what stars and planets will light up your Halloween sky! Recommended for adults and ages 8+. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 17:00:00 -0400 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/17/spaceslays https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/10/17/spaceslays From intense radiation to killer black holes, learn about some of the deadliest objects in space that make you glad you're safe on Earth. This program combines live presentation with a short fulldome film about killer black holes. Recommended for adults and ages 12+. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 18:30:00 -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/academics/planetarium/2026/11/06/kitz https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/06/kitz Develop an understanding of the danger of space junk and humanity’s Moon exploration while following adventurous cat astronauts that fly to the Moon! Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 6+. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/06/waterworlds https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/06/waterworlds From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth. Recommended for ages 10+. Fri, 06 Nov 2026 18:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/07/kitz https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/07/kitz Develop an understanding of the danger of space junk and humanity’s Moon exploration while following adventurous cat astronauts that fly to the Moon! Best suited for families and groups with kids ages 6+. Sat, 07 Nov 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/07/wow5pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/07/wow5pm From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth. Recommended for ages 10+. Sat, 07 Nov 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/07/waterworlds https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/07/waterworlds From icy moons to craters, discover where water hides in our solar system—and what it means for life on Earth. Recommended for ages 10+. Sat, 07 Nov 2026 18:30:00 -0500 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/academics/planetarium/2026/11/14/astro-slam https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/11/14/astro-slam Cost: $4/person, click link for information. During this event, Ball State students use planetarium visuals to present in the most creative way they can while competing. Ten minutes a person—that is all the time they have to share a piece of our universe with you in the planetarium in an effort to win Astronomy Slam Champion. Suitable for adults and ages 10+. Sat, 14 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/academics/planetarium/2026/12/04/aa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/04/aa Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Fri, 04 Dec 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/04/tcs630pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/04/tcs630pm Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Fri, 04 Dec 2026 18:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/05/aa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/05/aa Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Sat, 05 Dec 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/05/ss https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/05/ss 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 adults and ages 12+. Sat, 05 Dec 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/05/tcs630pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/05/tcs630pm Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Sat, 05 Dec 2026 18:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/11/aa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/11/aa Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Fri, 11 Dec 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/11/tcs630pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/11/tcs630pm Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Fri, 11 Dec 2026 18:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/12/aa https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/12/aa Follow the adventures of Sy, Annie, and their dog Armstrong as they embark on an unexpected journey into space! Perfect for families and groups with K through 3rd grade learners. Sat, 12 Dec 2026 15:30:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/12/ss https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/12/ss 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 adults and ages 12+. Sat, 12 Dec 2026 17:00:00 -0500 https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/12/tcs630pm https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/academics/planetarium/2026/12/12/tcs630pm Join us for a program that explores possible natural explanations for the Star of Bethlehem—from a brilliant exploding star to a passing comet and more. Recommended for adults and ages 10+. Sat, 12 Dec 2026 18:30:00 -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/2027/02/13/forjoury https://www.bsu.edu/calendar/events/emens/pruis-hall/2027/02/13/forjoury 7:30 p.m. | Pruis Hall Sat, 13 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. | Emens Auditorium 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