Good morning, Muncie.

Jeannine Lee Ferrer is stepping down as chair of the Feed My Sheep effort—she hopes her brother John Lee and his wife Lynetta will take over the leadership while she remains active as a legacy volunteer in a program that delivers 2,000 Thanksgiving meals each year.

Ball State University will host Holiday Arts & Culture Night on Dec.

6 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Cultural Corridor, where families will enjoy live music—holiday treats, crafts and educational activities across campus venues.

Local fans can vote for the IU Health Boys Basketball Preseason Player of the Year from a list of 33 nominees for season 2025–26.

The Star Press poll will remain open until noon Friday, Dec. 5 to accept as many votes as you wish.

Thanksgiving Day Turkey Run & Walk

1-2:30 p.m. — Shadyside Lake — $5 registration — Gobble your way through this annual Turkey Trot on Thanksgiving Day.

Muncie Lighted Holiday Parade

10:30-11:00 p.m. — Downtown Muncie — Free entry — A festive lighted holiday parade inviting community spirit to celebrate Christmas with entertainment and Santa.

Enchanted Luminaria Walk

5-9 p.m. — Minnetrista Museum & Gardens — Free entry — Experience three miles of enchanting lights, festive music, and tasty treats to celebrate the holiday season.

The Nutcracker by Tchaikovsky

7:30-9 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience a whimsical journey through holiday magic with a live orchestra performing Tchaikovsky's enchanting score.

The Nutcracker

1-2:30 p.m. — Emens Auditorium — $ — Experience the magical transformation in Tchaikovsky's classic holiday tale with a live orchestra and imaginative choreography.

Fire & Ice Holiday 5k

9 AM – 12 PM — Yorktown Volunteer Firefighter's Association — Benefits local firefighting efforts — Run for a cause in festive fun.

Muncie Makers Market - Third Thursday

5-8 p.m. — MadJax Makerforce — Free entry — Explore fresh food, local art, and brews at Muncie's vibrant indoor night market.