Channel your inner Bob Ross in this oil painting workshop! Using his approachable, joy-filled techniques, you’ll explore blending, brushwork, and happy little details to create a landscape of your own. No experience needed—just bring your creativity and enjoy a fun, relaxing class where mistakes turn into masterpieces.

All participants will make the design in the activity photo.

Participants ages 12–18 are welcome with an accompanying adult.

Taught by Jen Stafford, a Certified Bob Ross Instructor®.

All supplies will be provided.

Crash-land into your seat with The Rocket Man Show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson – Elton John’s official body double for various Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour projects. Witness the magic and live persona of a young Elton, recreated like no other. With the perfect blend of humor, cabaret, costuming, and tales from the road, The Rocket Man Show will bring to life your favorite songs like “Tiny Dancer,” “Bennie and the Jets,” and more.

Crash-land into your seat with The Rocket Man Show, starring Scotsman Rus Anderson – Elton John’s official body double for various Farewell Yellow Brick Road world tour projects. Witness the magic and live persona of a young Elton, recreated like no other. With the perfect blend of humor, cabaret, costuming, and tales from the road, The Rocket Man Show will bring to life your favorite songs like “Tiny Dancer,” “Bennie and the Jets,” and more.

Debut your original music or perform a favorite cover song on the stage in the Eagles Theatre Ballroom. Invite your family and friends to and enjoy a casual evening of live music. All ages and abilities are welcome!

• Sign up begins at 5:30 pm – first come, first served
• Maximum three songs per person
• Keyboard, guitar amp, and PA provided (microphone/direct box)
• Perform live or with a track recording (bring CD/Phone)
• Family-friendly please!

They toured the world with the original Creedence Clearwater Revival members and Rock & Roll Hall of Fame legends; now they’re continuing the legacy live in concert. Revisiting Creedence’s frontmen, Dan McGuinness (lead vocal) and Kurt Griffey (lead guitar), performed over the past decade with rock royalty. The band nails signature hits like “Have You Ever Seen The Rain,” “Bad Moon Rising,” “Fortunate Son,” and more. Revisiting Creedence is the only band in the world to honor the musical legacy of Creedence Clearwater Revival authentically.

Deep Blue Something is an American alternative rock band formed in 1993, known for hits like “Breakfast at Tiffany’s,” “Halo,” and “Josey.” The band’s music encompasses a range of styles, including dream-pop, alternative rock, pop, and post-grunge. Deep Blue Something has earned a reputation as a dynamic and engaging live band, having shared the stage with Oasis, Phil Collins, ZZ Top, and more. Their newest album, Lunar Phase, was released in 2025.

Get into the Halloween spirit with this beginner-friendly needle felting workshop! Learn the basics of shaping and sculpting wool while creating your own figurine—no experience required. A fun, hands-on craft that’s perfect for anyone wanting to try something new and bring home a handmade seasonal decoration.

All supplies will be provided.

Dr. Reed Timmer is an extreme meteorologist and storm chaser who specializes in intercepting the most powerful storms on the planet to collect valuable scientific data. After earning a PhD in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma, Timmer is not only a hardcore storm chaser but also a scientist driven to unravel the mysteries behind these destructive storms and how they are changing over time. Over the last few decades, he has intercepted more than 1,000 tornadoes and 50-plus hurricanes. Timmer is among the few people in history to chase an EF5 tornado and a Category 5 hurricane.

The iconic, GRAMMY award-winning Nitty Gritty Dirt Band scored its first charting single in 1967, “Buy for Me the Rain,” and embarked on a self-propelled ride through folk, country, rock ‘n’ roll, pop, bluegrass, and the amalgam now known as Americana, producing timeless classic hits like “Fishin’ in the Dark,” “Mr. Bojangles” and “Long Hard Road,” in addition to their acclaimed Will The Circle Be Unbroken trilogy of albums.

Discover how groundbreaking science at the Purdue Institute for Cancer Research drives novel cancer therapies, leading to start-up companies and advancing promising drugs into clinical trials. Join Deputy Director Andrea Kasinski and Director Andrew Mesecar as they showcase Purdue’s leadership in translating research into medicines that improve patient outcomes. Free admission, with reservations required due to limited seating.

After a year of bringing their signature vintage musical universe to prestigious venues like Royal Albert Hall and Sydney Opera House, Postmodern Jukebox is finishing up their 2025 World Tour in the US with the Magic, Moonlight and Mistletoe Tour. The musical troupe of world-class singers, dancers, and instrumentalists will perform a variety show-styled evening of PMJ’s popular genre-twisting covers of pop hits, with a few holiday classics sprinkled in. Audiences can expect to hear familiar hits from Guns N’ Roses, the Spice Girls, and Chappell Roan, in the throwback styles of yesteryear. Dress in your vintage best, for the full effect.

Share the joy of NUTCRACKER! Magical Christmas Ballet with family and friends. Give the gift of a spectacular holiday experience featuring an international cast, whimsical puppetry, and opulent costumes and sets handcrafted by the finest artisans of Europe. Go back to a simpler time and make memories your family will cherish forever. Celebrate the season with America’s most beloved Nutcracker tradition! Tchaikovsky’s timeless score sets the stage for a Christmas your family will never forget.