Downtown Wabash, Inc.

Solitary Man: Neil Diamond Tribute
2024-11-16 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
With over 20 years of performance experience, Will Chalmers brings his talents and natural resemblance to the stage to honor music icon, Neil Diamond. With flawless replication of Neil’s voice, Chalmers brings the Neil Diamond experience to life, performing songs like “Solitary Man,” “Love On The Rocks,” “Forever In Blue Jeans,” and more.

Smells Like Nirvana
2024-11-15 19:30 - 21:30
Get ready to rock with Smells Like Nirvana, the Nirvana tribute band celebrating the legendary sounds of Nirvana and Kurt Cobain. Performing songs from albums like Bleach, Nevermind, In Utero, and more, the band’s performance is a haunting episode of grunge-filled angst played without click tracks or backing tracks – a philosophy Nirvana lived by.

KENNY G: Miracles Holiday and Hits
2024-11-15 19:30 - 21:30
Kenny G has a way with melody, creating music that resonates deeply with listeners worldwide. With over 75 million albums sold, like Breathless and Miracles, he’s crafted a career defined by emotional, soothing saxophone melodies. Kenny’s ability to evoke nostalgia and serenity makes his music a perfect companion for any moment, helping him become one of the top-selling instrumentalists in history.

Jingle Jubilee
2024-11-15 16:00 - 20:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Kick off the hometown holiday season with the whole family and all your friends! Jingle Jubilee returns to Downtown Wabash in 2024 as the district’s decades-old tradition of officially kicking off the holiday season.
Jingle Jubilee is FREE and open to the public complete with the competitive Jingle Jubilee Stamping Map, the traditional lighting of the Wabash County Courthouse, winter-themed festivities on Miami Street provided by Bachelor Creek Church, lots of hot cocoa, holiday shopping specials, live reindeer, Santa, twinkling lights galore and so much more!
Stay tuned for more details to come!
Jingle Jubilee is made possible by Downtown Wabash, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to a downtown district that is vibrant every day and night.

The Illusionists
2024-11-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Celebrate the holidays with the entire family at The Illusionists – Magic of the Holidays, a mind-blowing showcase featuring jaw-dropping talents of the most incredible illusionists on earth. The Illusionists has shattered box office records across the globe and dazzles audiences of all ages with a powerful mix of the most outrageous and astonishing acts ever seen on stage. This non-stop show is packed with thrilling and sophisticated magic of unprecedented proportions.

Style Show
2024-11-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
The Francis Shoppe will immerse you in the excitement of a Best of Autumn and Winter Showcase. Explore the latest seasonal trends and discover captivating new color palettes for the upcoming months, ensuring you stay ahead of the fashion curve.

November 2024 Board Meeting
2024-11-12 12:00 - 13:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States

Tom Papa
2024-11-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country, finding success as an actor, host, and author in film, TV, radio, and podcasts, as well as live on stage. He has had 5 highly-rated stand-up specials, including his most recent special, What A Day!, on Netflix. Tom recently released his third book, We’re All In This Together…So Make Some Room and is the host of the weekly podcast Breaking Bread with Tom Papa.

Craig Morgan
2024-11-08 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
A multi-faceted entertainer, Craig Morgan has made a name for himself as a country music icon, TV personality, author, celebrated outdoorsman, and patriotic Army veteran. One of country music’s best-loved artists, Morgan has amassed nearly 2.5 billion career streams and charted over 25 songs on Billboard, thrilling massive crowds with signature hits including “Bonfire,” “Almost Home,” “Redneck Yacht Club,” “International Harvester,” “This Ole Boy,” “Soldier,” and the multi-week No. 1, “That’s What I Love About Sunday.”

Menopause The Musical 2
2024-11-07 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash-hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. For these four ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships never fail.

Don't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus - The Musical!
2024-11-04 10:00 - 13:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
A Honeywell Arts In Education Student Matinee
It’s not easy being the Pigeon. You never get to do ANYTHING! But when the Bus Driver has a crisis that threatens to make her passengers late, maybe that wily bird CAN do something. Featuring an innovative mix of songs, and feathers, Don’t Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus! The Musical! is sure to get everyone’s wings flapping. Student matinees are held during the school day as field trip opportunities, but are open to the public as well.

Wheel of Fortune LIVE!
2024-11-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
America’s Game® comes to Wabash! Contestants are randomly selected from the audience to join our host onstage for a chance to spin a replica of the iconic Wheel, solve puzzles, and WIN incredible prizes like trips to Paris and Hawaii or BIG MONEY up to $10,000 in cash. Everyone can join in on the fun! You won’t want to miss this thrilling live experience! Appropriate for ages 8+. Must be 18 or older to participate on stage.

The Ultimate Doors
2024-11-01 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
With great attention to detail, The Ultimate Doors provides audiences with an authentic looking and sounding tribute to Jim Morrison & The Doors. From Morrison’s leather outfits all the way down to the color of the microphone cable, The Ultimate Doors leaves no stone unturned in presenting an authentic tribute show for old and new generations of Doors fans.

November First Friday: Give Thanks
2024-11-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Downtown Wabash, Inc. is Grateful for You!
As we enter the season of giving, Downtown Wabash, Inc. wants to express our heartfelt gratitude for everything our local businesses bring to our downtown district. For November’s First Friday, we’re celebrating that appreciation with a fun and rewarding event!
Complete the ‘Give Thanks’ Stamping Map by visiting participating businesses, and you’ll be entered for a chance to win! Two lucky winners will receive $100 in Downtown Dollars, and two children will win $25 in Downtown Dollars, all redeemable at local stores.
In the spirit of the season, we’re encouraging businesses to give back by hosting a nonprofit, organizing a canned food drive, or collecting donations for a local charity of their choice. Be sure to check our social media channels to see which stores are partnering with nonprofits and how you can support their efforts!
The event will also feature numerous shopping & dining specials, things to do in downtown, event-related festivities and so much more!
Join us in celebrating community, gratitude, and generosity this November!
Wabash First Fridays in 2024 are presented by MetalX and Bowen Health. Additional support for Wabash First Fridays come from Event Partners: Indiana Plain Dealer, Pettit Printing, Wabash Furniture and Flooring, 95.9 KISS FM, Wabash Domino’s and Dynamic Designs by Dyson.
Wabash First Fridays are events made possible by Downtown Wabash, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to a downtown district that is vibrant every day and night.

Downtown Wabash Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza
2024-10-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.
Returning for its 6th year, Wabash Trucking will bring one of its roll-off trucks to dump the candy for costumed trick-or-treaters. Candy will cascade to Miami St. promptly at 5 p.m. and trick-or-treaters can collect their candy until 7 p.m. Come out in costume and join the costume contest in the parking lot of Oswalt-Thomas located at 160 W. Canal Street. There will be 10 categories to enter to win spooktacular prizes! A bounce house and other ghostly vendors can be found at the Lighthouse Mission parking lot across the street.
In the case of rain or inclement weather, Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza will be held on Sunday, Oct. 27 from 2-4 p.m. in Downtown Wabash, Indiana.
The Downtown Wabash Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza is presented by Downtown Wabash, Inc., Wabash Trucking and Metal Source. Additional support comes from Beacon Credit Union and event partner Bachelor Creek Church.
The Downtown Wabash Trick-or-Treat Extravaganza is made possible by Downtown Wabash, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to a downtown district that is vibrant every day and night.

Blue Öyster Cult
2024-10-25 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

Broadway Fright Night
2024-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

Colton Dixon
2024-10-24 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

Debbie Gibson
2024-10-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

The Art and Treasures of the Honeywell House
2024-10-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

The RUSH Tribute Project
2024-10-19 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

Tracy Byrd
2024-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

Best Friends Girl: The #1 Cars Experience
2024-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

The Newspaper Business
2024-10-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
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.

October 2024 Board Meeting
2024-10-08 12:00 - 13:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States

Crush Bon Jovi Experience
2024-10-04 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Crush Bon Jovi Experience has been performing authentic musical renditions of Bon Jovi’s greatest hits for almost a decade. Performing hits like “Living on a Prayer,” “It’s My Life,” and “You Give Love a Bad Name,” the band will transport you back to the era of Bon Jovi with lights, smoke, pyrotechnics, and more.

October First Friday: Wizardly Wabash
2024-10-04 17:00 - 20:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Downtown Wabash will transform into a wizardly oasis during October’s First Friday! Embark on a magical downtown adventure complete with wizard-themed festivities, spooky shopping & dining specials and more, all inspired by the enchanting world of Harry Potter! From Harry Potter music filling the streets to butterbeer specials, there’s sure to be “Mischief Managed” around every corner!
The free event will also feature the return of Food Truck Plaza for the last time in 2024, Miami Street community vendor booths and so much more!
Wabash First Fridays in 2024 are presented by MetalX and Bowen Health Clinic. Additional support for Wabash First Fridays come from Event Partners: Indiana Plain Dealer, Pettit Printing, Wabash Furniture and Flooring, 95.9 KISS FM, Wabash Domino’s and Dynamic Designs by Dyson.
Wabash First Fridays are events made possible by Downtown Wabash, Inc., a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to a downtown district that is vibrant every day and night.

The Songwriters Sing with Steve Seskin and Friends
2024-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Steve Seskin is a successful songwriter who has written seven number-one songs, including GRAMMY-nominated “Grown Men Don’t Cry,” recorded by Tim McGraw, and “Don’t Laugh at Me,” winner of NSAI Song of the Year and Music Row Magazine Song of the Year as recorded by Mark Wills. Through Honeywell Arts In Education, Seskin presents bullying prevention programs through the art of songwriting with interactive workshops and assemblies. Steve Seskin, Sarah Darling, and Emily Shackelton will combine forces for an evening of their top hits and the stories behind them.

Downtown Wabash Merchant Meetings
2024-10-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
The monthly meeting held every first Wednesday for all small businesses in Downtown Wabash to stay current with information from Downtown Wabash, Inc.

Wabash Area Community Theater presents 9 to 5
2024-09-29 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
The amazing local talent of Wabash Area Community Theater presents the hilarious story of friendship and revenge. 9 to 5 – The Musical follows three friends as they give their boss the boot and workplace a makeover! The musical is based on the 1980 film, featuring music and lyrics by Dolly Parton.
