{"id":68412,"date":"2025-01-20T10:30:44","date_gmt":"2025-01-20T15:30:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/?p=68412"},"modified":"2025-01-20T10:30:45","modified_gmt":"2025-01-20T15:30:45","slug":"winter-weekend-getaway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/winter-weekend-getaway\/","title":{"rendered":"Winter Weekend Getaway"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Bundle up, grab your itinerary, and prepare for a weekend packed with unforgettable experiences in Delaware County!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udccd Stay: Hampton Inn & Suites<\/strong>
Start with comfort and convenience.<\/em>
Settle into the Hampton Inn & Suites, where you\u2019re just minutes from the heart of the action. Cozy rooms, an indoor pool, and free hot breakfast make it easy to relax after a day of travel. Pro tip: You\u2019re only 10 minutes from downtown and 2 miles from Ball State University, so exploring the area couldn\u2019t be simpler!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\ud83c\udf74 Dinner: <\/strong>Adams Street Chophouse<\/strong>
<\/a>Indulge in a culinary treat.<\/em>
Step back in time at Adams Street Chophouse, where four distinct rooms\u2014including a speakeasy\u2014transport you to the roaring twenties. Order a delicious prime steak that\u2019s as classic as Frank Sinatra crooning softly in the background. This upscale experience is a perfect introduction to the charm of Delaware County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photos courtesy of Adams Street Chophouse<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Saturday Morning: Get Creative<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfa8 Art: <\/strong>Bob Ross Experience<\/strong><\/a> at Minnetrista<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe don\u2019t make mistakes, just happy little accidents.\u201d<\/em>
Step into the world of the iconic painter Bob Ross in the historic home where The Joy of Painting<\/em> was filmed. Wander through the immersive exhibition featuring Bob\u2019s original paintings and artifacts. Stand at the famous easel where Bob worked his magic, or transport yourself to a 1980s living room, just like the one where millions discovered his calming voice and fearless creativity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

*Bonus: <\/em>Book a painting workshop to learn Bob\u2019s signature \u201cwet-on-wet\u201d technique from Certified Ross Instructors. Workshops are offered most Wednesdays through Saturdays, while availability lasts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photos courtesy of Minnetrista<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Saturday Afternoon: Raise a Glass<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf55 Drink: <\/strong>Four Day Ray Brewing<\/strong>
<\/a>The full brewpub experience.<\/em>
Head a town over to Four Day Ray Brewing for award-winning beers and a family-friendly atmosphere. Enjoy a slice of pizza while you sip on seasonal brews that change with the time of year. Whether it\u2019s a casual lunch, date night, or a social gathering, this warm and inviting spot will have you saying cheers to a fantastic weekend!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photos courtesy of Four Day Ray Brewing<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Saturday Evening: Catch a Show<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udfadLive Entertainment<\/strong>: <\/strong>Muncie Civic Theatre<\/strong>
<\/a>Unforgettable entertainment awaits you.<\/em>
January and February bring two must-see performances: \u201cChurch & State,\u201d<\/strong> a play that\u2019s both humorous and moving, and \u201cWaitress,\u201d<\/strong> a heartwarming musical with music by Sara Bareilles. From laughs to tears to toe-tapping tunes, Muncie Civic Theatre delivers a night to remember.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photos courtesy of Muncie Civic Theatre<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sunday Morning: A Late Riser\u2019s Delight<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Breakfast (or brunch): <\/strong>By Hand & Fork<\/strong><\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Missed the hotel breakfast? No problem!<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This casual spot is the perfect place for hearty breakfasts and indulgent brunches (with mimosas) after a late checkout. They offer sweet classics like pancakes or savory favorites like chicken and waffles. Be sure to ask about their rotating specials for a fresh twist on comfort food.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photos courtesy of By Hand & Fork<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sunday Afternoon: Family Fun<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83e\uddf8 Kiddos: <\/strong>Escapades Family Fun Center<\/strong>
<\/a>Before the car ride, let the kids burn off energy!<\/em>
If you brought the kiddos, watch their faces light up as they run wild through this three-story playground. Challenge them in the arcade with games like air hockey and video bowling. For the littlest adventurers, there\u2019s a toddler area, while parents can unwind in the lounge. Everyone\u2019s a winner here!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Photos courtesy of Escapades Family Fun Center<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sunday Evening: Find Whatever You\u2019re in the Mood For<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

No winter getaway is complete without one last cozy meal or a scenic stroll through town. Find all the must-see attractions and restaurants<\/a> before heading back home.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Bundle up, grab your itinerary, and prepare for a weekend packed with unforgettable experiences in Delaware County! \ud83d\udccd Stay: Hampton Inn & SuitesStart with comfort and convenience.Settle into the Hampton Inn & Suites, where you\u2019re just minutes from the heart of the action. Cozy rooms, an indoor pool, and free hot…<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":7,"featured_media":68414,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"none","_seopress_titles_title":"","_seopress_titles_desc":"","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[233],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-68412","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-what-to-do"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/68412","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/7"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=68412"}],"version-history":[{"count":5,"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/68412\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":68558,"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/68412\/revisions\/68558"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/68414"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=68412"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=68412"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/destinationmuncie.org\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=68412"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}