The Newspaper Business
Wabash Community Event
David Nelson, Wabash Editor and Bureau Chief of the Indiana Plain Dealer, shares insights on his 30+ years in journalism, reflecting on changes in the print newspaper industry. Explore the newspaper’s coverage of Wabash, Peru, and Huntington communities. Nelson, with a prolific career spanning writing, photojournalism, and teaching, brings a wealth of experience to his discussion.
Best Friends Girl: The #1 Cars Experience
Wabash Community Event
Best Friends Girl recreates the timeless hits of The Cars, performing notable classics like “Shake It Up,” “Magic,” “Moving in Stereo,” and more. With every performance, Best Friends Girl aims to keep the music of The Cars’ 35-year career alive.
Tracy Byrd
Wabash Community Event
Country legend Tracy Byrd became a household name in 1993 when his single “Holdin’ Heaven” hit #1 on the Billboard Country Charts. Tracy is known for hits like “Watermelon Crawl,” “I’m from the Country,” “The Truth About Men,” and more. In 2016, he recorded his newest album in over ten years, All American Texan, featuring eight tracks written by Byrd himself.
The RUSH Tribute Project
Wabash Community Event
The RUSH Tribute project is an homage to one of the most enduring and influential rock music bands. Combining skilled musicianship with exciting performances, Sean Jones (multi-instrumentalist), Bill Heck (guitar), and Thomas Slawnik (percussionist) deliver the magic of RUSH’s famous live concerts and cover 40+ years of music with hits like “Tom Sawyer,” “Limelight,” and more.
The Art and Treasures of the Honeywell House
Wabash Community Event
Have you ever wondered about the beautiful and interesting things you see at Honeywell House? Susie Jones will lead an exploration of the furnishings and art that Eugenia Honeywell collected while providing background on some of the artists.
Debbie Gibson
Wabash Community Event
Pop icon and trailblazer Debbie Gibson is celebrating the 35th Anniversary of her No. 1 hit “Lost In Your Eyes” and No. 1 album Electric Youth with a brand new “Electric Youth” Newstalgia Remix by Tracy Young and “Acoustic Youth: Songs and Stories from the Electric Youth Era.” This intimate show finds Gibson at the keys, telling stories and playing the songs the way she first wrote them on the piano.
Colton Dixon
Wabash Community Event
Join Colton Dixon, Austin French, and special guest Jeremy Rosado for the UP + UP Tour for a powerful evening featuring Colton Dixon and Austin French’s songs over the years, plus brand-new music for a fun evening on the “up and up.” Dixon, French, and Rosado are Christian music artists and songwriters known for their hits like “Miracles,” “Build a Boat,” “Freedom Hymn,” “Why God,” “Believe You Will,” and more. This tour is sponsored by Compassion International.
Broadway Fright Night
Wabash Community Event
BROADWAY FRIGHT NIGHT is a celebration of songs from musicals with supernatural, horror, and sci-fi themes. The evening will feature songs from musicals like Phantom of the Opera, Little Shop of Horrors, Sweeney Todd, The Rocky Horror Picture Show, Wicked, Jekyll & Hyde, and more. Created and hosted by New York producer and casting director Stephen DeAngelis, five of Broadway’s finest vocalists will pay homage to the most original, intriguing, and terrifying characters.
Blue Öyster Cult
Wabash Community Event
For five decades, Blue Öyster Cult has stood as a beacon of genuine hard rock. From timeless hits like “(Don’t Fear) The Reaper,” “Godzilla,” and “Burnin’ for You,” their music resonates across generations. With their latest album, The Symbol Remains, the group continues to defy trends and is recognized as one of the greatest hard rock bands of all time.
Downtown Wabash Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza
Bring the family to Downtown Wabash, Indiana for the ‘greatest spectacle in candy’ on Miami Street, presented by Downtown Wabash, Inc., Wabash Trucking and Metal Source.
November First Friday: Give Thanks
'Tis the season to be grateful, and there's no better way to do so than by giving thanks to the incredible downtown nonprofits that impact our local community! Each one is instrumental in making Wabash a special place to live while serving various groups of people. Be ready to show your appreciation for beloved downtown nonprofits and stay tuned for more event details to come.