Downtown Wabash, Inc.

Indoor Sock Skating & Polar Plunge Slide
2024-12-28 10:00 - 14:00, 2025-01-02 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-03 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | IN
Join us at the Museum this holiday season where kids ages 2 – 12 can visit Gipe’s Pond, our indoor synthetic sock skating rink! Skaters can enter the rink on the first floor or venture to the second floor to slide down our Polar Plunge Slide. Skating time is unlimited and includes access to the full museum.
Didn’t bring clean socks? Not a problem. Our gift shop is stocked with several holiday themed socks that can be purchased to use for skating.

Once Upon a Story Hour: Read with Royalty
2025-01-02 10:30 - 11:30 | IN
Join us for our third Winter @ the Museum Program of the season: Once Upon a Story Hour: Read with Royalty! Wear your favorite princess/prince costume, and listen to stories being read by Wabash Co Fair Queen, Kierra Wilson, and Miss Wabash County Festivals Queen, Ella Satterthwaite.

Once Upon a Story Hour: Pajama Pals Storytime
2025-01-03 10:30 - 11:30 | IN
Join us for our last Winter @ the Museum Program for the season: Once Upon a Story Hour: Pajama Pals Storytime! Wear PJs, bring your stuffed friend, make a craft, and listen to stories being read by Laura Beutler from the Wabash Carnegie Public Library.

Doubt: A Parable
2025-01-11 14:00 | IN
Fire Line Productions of Wabash features local talent in this production of Doubt: A Parable. Immerse yourself in John Patrick Shanley’s powerful exploration of faith, morality, and uncertainty. Set in a Catholic school in the 1960s, Doubt delves into the conflict between Sister Aloysius and Father Flynn, raising questions that linger long after the curtain falls. Prepare for an evening of gripping drama and intense dialogue while witnessing this thought-provoking masterpiece.
Shows at 2 & 7:30 on Sat. 1/11 and 2 on Sun. 1/12.

Mark Honeywell Birthday Dinner
2025-01-17 18:30 - 20:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Bon jour! Honeywell House will celebrate Mr. Honeywell’s 150th birthday with a French dinner. The Honeywells loved everything French, so it’s appropriate to enjoy French cuisine, music, and festivities at this special event.

Hotel California: A Salute to the Eagles
2025-01-18 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
A spirited blend of originality and the pursuit of excellence have taken Hotel California – A Salute to the Eagles to a level of recognition normally reserved for Gold and Platinum recording artists. By respectfully and accurately reproducing the GRAMMY award-winning sounds of the Eagles, this legendary Southern California group has touched the hearts of fans all over the world.

Rock the Dock
2025-01-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Rock the Dock, featuring Ambrosia, John Ford Coley, and Peter Beckett (The Voice of Player), delivers a magical night performing all of their 1970s and 1980s Billboard Top 40 Hits. The GRAMMY-winning artists will perform YACHT ROCK hits like Ambrosia’s “How Much I Feel,” John Ford Coley’s “I’d Really Love to See You Tonight,” and Peter Beckett’s “Baby Come Back.” Don’t miss some of the most iconic songs from one of rock’s greatest eras, and get ready to ROCK THE DOCK!

The Thursday Parlay: History of Early Gospel Music
2025-02-06 10:00 - 11:30 | IN
Join us for coffee and a treat, provided by our sponsor Bob Evans Restaurant and Imagine One 85. The Still Standing Duo are a couple of vintage gentlemen from Warsaw, Indiana who enjoy playing vintage music together. As retired art professors, they specialize in performing Western, Folk, Classic Country, Blues, Bluegrass and Old Time Gospel. Their repertoire, performed within its appropriate historical context means their goal is not only to entertain but to educate audiences with a little background and colorful history behind the music they perform. The duo will join the Parlay to celebrate the joyful sounds of America’s early gospel music. “The Thursday Parlay” will take place from 10 to 11:30 am on Thursday, February 6th.

Dirty Dancing in Concert
2025-02-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
Join us for Dirty Dancing in Concert, the classic film’s first live film-to-concert experience. Enjoy the digitally remastered hit film like never before on a full-size cinema screen, with a live band and singers performing the film’s iconic songs. With a soundtrack that marked a generation, Dirty Dancing in Concert promises to bring a thrilling new and unique experience to the 80s classic. Directly following the film, the band and singers will throw an encore party that will surely take you back to the time of your life as you sing and dance along to your favorite Dirty Dancing songs. Immerse yourself in the timeless romance and experience one of the most memorable movies of the past 35 years – now live!

Workshop: Partner Portraits
2025-02-07 18:00 - 20:30 | IN
Join us for a fun and light hearted “Paint Your Date” party! No experience needed—just bring your sense of fun and enjoy a guided session where you’ll paint a one of a kind portrait of your special someone. Supplies and a gourmet charcuterie grazing table (from Two Board Sisters Charcuterie Boards & Grazescapes) included, making this the perfect fun date night. Wine will be available for sale.

Dean Z: The Ultimate Elvis
2025-02-07 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
If you love the king of rock and roll, you’ll be blown away by Dean Z! He’s performed around the world for nearly two decades and even received the honor of being named World’s Greatest Elvis Tribute by Elvis Presley Enterprises. Join us for an evening of music from all eras of Elvis’ legendary career.

Fort Wayne Ballet Presents Love Notes
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | IN
This Valentine’s Day, celebrate the gifts of the heart with Fort Wayne Ballet and this special evening of romance, passion, and heartfelt movement. Whether you’re bringing a date, attending with friends, or simply looking for a splendid evening out, Fort Wayne Ballet will sweep you off your feet with stories of love.

The All New Wizard of Oz On Ice
2025-02-13 19:00 - 21:00 | IN
From the visionary team behind acclaimed ice spectacles like Peter Pan On Ice, Cinderella On Ice, and Beauty & The Beast On Ice comes a fresh and exhilarating reimagining of L. Frank Baum’s timeless story. This all-new production, Wizard of Oz On Ice, promises to dazzle audiences of all ages with stunning choreography, state-of-the-art special effects, and vibrant costumes that bring the Land of Oz to life in ways never seen before, enchanting both the young and the young at heart.

Forever Seger
2025-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
FOREVER SEGER creates a dynamic journey through the timeless music of Bob Seger and The Silver Bullet Band. With authentic vocals and commanding performances, FOREVER SEGER’s fast-growing reputation as THE Bob Seger tribute experience has propelled the band onto the top-ranking concert stages. From the opening notes of the timeless classic “Turn the Page” to anthems such as “Hollywood Nights,” “Old Time Rock & Roll,” and “Night Moves,” it’s clear why Bob Seger fans are calling FOREVER SEGER a true concert experience.

An Evening With Beatrix
2025-02-15 20:00 - 22:00 | IN
Skip the usual Valentine’s Day routine and enjoy an evening with Beatrix, featuring the rising star’s raw emotion, darkly poetic lyrics, and haunting piano-driven melodies. The Parkview Ballroom will be transformed into a club-like atmosphere with table seating, intimate lighting, and cocktails and desserts available for purchase. Treat your Valentine or gather a group. Come early to mingle!
Beatrix delves into the disorienting experiences of growing up, love, fear, and life’s uncertainties. Her sound is defined by powerful yet delicate vocals, conveying a depth of feeling, rarely found in contemporary music. Beatrix’s debut album Vertigo illustrates the balance between falling in love and the fear of vulnerability, using circus imagery to depict her emotional tightrope walk. She is an alumni of the Honeywell Arts Academy and is now based in Los Angeles as she embarks on a flourishing solo career.

A Year with Frog & Toad
2025-02-19 10:00 - 13:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
A Honeywell Arts In Education Student Matinee
Based on the beloved children’s books and featuring a jazzy, upbeat score, A Year with Frog & Toad is an enchanting experience. This whimsical musical follows two friends – the cheerful Frog and curmudgeon Toad – through four seasons, meeting new friends along the way. Waking from hibernation in the Spring, Frog and Toad plant gardens, swim, rake leaves, go sledding, and learn life lessons along the way as they celebrate their differences that make them unique and special. Student matinees are held during the school day as field trip opportunities, but are open to the public as well. Shows at 10am and 12pm.

The Barricade Boys
2025-02-20 19:00 - 21:00 | Wabash, IN, 46992, United States
The Barricade Boys are taking the world by storm with their electrifying show that will have you belting out your favorite tunes and grinning from ear to ear. From the heart-wrenching emotion of Les Misérables to the toe-tapping harmonies of the Jersey Boys and a mix of the greatest pop, rock, swing, and Motown hits of all time, The Barricade Boys create the ultimate Broadway Party musical mashup. The performers will also share hilarious and inspiring stories from their time on stage.

An Evening With Steven Curtis Chapman
2025-02-22 19:00 - 21:00 | IN
In a career that has spanned more than three decades, Steven Curtis Chapman is the most-awarded artist in Christian music history. He has sold more than sixteen million albums with 60 Gospel Music Association (GMA) Dove Awards, five GRAMMY Awards, an American Music Award, and a historic 50 number-one singles. Chapman is known for hits like “Cinderella,” “I Will Be Here,” and “The Great Adventure.” He has collaborated with artists like Amy Grant, Casting Crowns, Brad Paisley, and more. His newest album, Still, includes the number-one hit “Don’t Lose Heart.”

History of the Iconic St. Elmo Steak House
2025-02-25 19:00 - 20:00 | IN
How is a famous Indiana steak house known for shrimp cocktail? Chris Ratay, Honeywell Vice President of Hospitality and former General Manager of St. Elmo, will take guests through the history, beginning in 1902 through his personal journey which included managing the restaurant during the 2012 NFL Super Bowl in Indianapolis. The evening will include, of course, “the” sinus-clearing experience! $10 includes a two-piece shrimp cocktail.

Son of a Gun: Tribute to Guns N' Roses
2025-02-28 19:30 - 21:30 | IN
Son of a Gun, the Guns N’ Roses tribute band, has performed across the United States for over five years. Featuring Ari Kamin, frontman from Steven Adler’s (Guns N’ Roses) solo band, the band will perform hits like “Knockin’ on Heaven’s Door,” “Sweet Child o’ Mine,” “November Rain,” and more.

Michael Shofi and Sofie Zamchick
2025-03-04 19:00 - 20:00 | IN
Honeywell Arts Academy alumni Sofie and Michael will present an evening of songs and connection. Each June, the Academy gathers emerging musical leaders together in Wabash. These two alumni will perform an intimate, living room style performance, the way music has been shared for hundreds of years. Free admission, with reservations required due to limited seating.

Celtic Angels Ireland
2025-03-06 19:00 - 21:00 | IN
Escape to the Verdant Valleys and Heathery Highlands with Celtic Angels Ireland. The show features award-winning Irish and world-champion singers, dancers, and musicians – a theatrical feast for all ages with over 30 Irish traditional and contemporary tunes masterfully intertwined and performed.

Marshall Charloff and The Purple xPeRIeNCE
2025-03-07 19:30 - 21:30 | IN
Marshall Charloff & The Purple xPeRIeNCE is the world’s premier tribute to Prince. As seen touring globally for over a decade, starring in a Las Vegas residency, headlining Red Rocks Amphitheater, fronting the world’s finest symphonies, and being featured on albums with Prince, Charloff has dominated the world stage as the most authentic Prince tribute artist. In its 15th year of touring, nationwide and internationally, the show continues to hold the unique distinction of performing 100% live, completely untracked.

Youth Arts Month: Banjo-Pig-A-Palooza!
2025-03-08 09:00 - 12:00 | IN
Create your very own musical pig! Illustrator and children’s book author Bryan Ballinger (VeggieTales) will guide participants through a playful and creative process, teaching tips and techniques to bring your whimsical character to life. Class at 9 am or 11 am. Registration encouraged.

Youth Arts Month: Drawing with Scissors
2025-03-08 10:00 - 13:00 | IN
Discover the vibrant world of Henri Matisse in this inspiring workshop! Create a fabulous paper collage using geometric and organic shapes while exploring Matisse’s resilience and his ability to transform challenges into stunning art. Classes at 10am and 12pm. Registration required.

Youth Arts Month: Songwriting Made Simple - Craft Your Next Hit
2025-03-08 12:00 - 13:00 | IN
Discover the art of songwriting with NYC singer-songwriters and Honeywell Arts Academy alumni Sofie Zamchick and Michael Shofi. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced musician, this workshop will guide you through the process of creating a song – from crafting lyrics to building melodies and grooves. Bring an instrument if you have one, or just bring yourself and your curiosity! Sofie and Michael, who recently released their debut single “Kids Again,” will share their expertise and help you unlock your creativity. Open to all levels – come write your next hit!

Three Dog Night
2025-03-08 19:30 - 21:30 | IN
Three Dog Night claims some of the most astonishing statistics in popular music, whether on the radio, in TV commercials, or major motion pictures. The band holds a Billboard Magazine record for releasing 21 consecutive Top 40 hits, including three #1 singles, seven platinum-selling singles, and 12 straight RIAA Certified Gold LPs. Three Dog Night is known for hits like “Mama Told Me (Not To Come),” “Joy to the World,” “Black and White,” “Shambala,” and “One.”

Manchester Symphony Orchestra: Boomerang!
2025-03-09 15:00 - 17:00 | IN
Experience the energy of Nordic folk music with SVER and the Manchester Symphony Orchestra as they present Boomerang! This vibrant concert will feature the premiere of Debra Lynn’s dynamic composition, seamlessly blending SVER’s compelling sound with orchestral brilliance for an unforgettable evening of music.
