Ball State’s Second Annual We Fly Fest to Offer Free Family-Friendly Fun, Entertainment, Campus Tours on June 6

Topics: Arts and Culture, Community Engagement, Muncie, President

May 26, 2026

Ball State University will host its second annual We Fly Fest from 4-7 p.m. Saturday, June 6, at the Brown Family Amphitheater. This free, on-campus community event is open to the public and will feature games and activities, live music by Ball State student bands, campus bus tours, food trucks, giveaways, and more for the whole family.

"We Fly Fest reflects Ball State's enduring commitment to fostering strong connections between our campus and the community," said Ball State President Geoffrey S. Mearns. "After the success of last year's inaugural event, I look forward to welcoming our friends and neighbors back to campus as we continue building on this celebration and sharing the best of what Ball State has to offer."

We Fly Fest attendees are encouraged to begin at the Welcome Tent, where they can pick up free Ball State giveaways while supplies last. The event will include information tables and activities hosted by Ball State colleges, departments, and campus partners; lawn games; food trucks; live performances by Ball State student-led bands; and appearances by Charlie Cardinal. Miss Ball State Katey Cooper will serve as emcee.

The first 500 attendees will receive vouchers for a free scoop of ice cream at the Vivian V. Conley and Hurley C. Goodall Jr. Multicultural Center.

Fest attendees are also invited to explore campus through the Student Experience Bus Tour, which will highlight student housing, recreation, athletics, academic buildings, and other opportunities at Ball State. Tours will be offered at 4:30, 5:30, and 6:30 p.m.

We Fly Fest Parking
Parking is free in all campus parking lots and garages on weekends. Guests are encouraged to look for "Free Parking Today" signs near lots closest to the Brown Family Amphitheater, including the New York Parking Garage at 1001 N. New York Ave.

Community Bus Stops
Free Ball State shuttles will take community members to and from We Fly Fest, with stops at:

• Canan Commons, downtown
• Common Market, 900 W. 8th St.
• P.O.P. Shop, 904 E. Willard St.

Approximate pickup times from the community bus stops are 3:45, 4:15, 4:45, 5:15, and 5:45 p.m. The final buses returning from campus to the community stops will depart at 7:30 p.m.

The Canan Commons stop will be available after Ball State PBS' Be My Neighbor Day event, scheduled from 1-4 p.m. that day.

For more information about We Fly Fest, visit bsu.edu/WeFlyFest.