Events & Exhibits
Signature Celebrations
Bicentennial
Bell Ringing
Tuesday, January 26, 2027 • Noon
Proclamations will be read and bells will ring throughout the county at noon on Tuesday, January 26, 2027, to commemorate the establishment of Delaware County, Indiana.
Bicentennial
Parade
Saturday, September 11, 2027 • 1 PM
Enjoy the Bicentennial Parade with representation from Delaware County towns, businesses, and organizations and their contributions themed around History. Heart. Horizons. The parade route will begin at Minnetrista, continue down Walnut Street to Downtown Muncie, and return back to the Delaware County Fairgrounds.
Bicentennial Sponsored & Endorsed Events
- ENDORSED EVENT
200 Miles for
200 Years
YMCA of Muncie
Launch Party:
January 16, 2027
10–11:30AM
- ENDORSED EVENT
Bicentennial Kickoff Luncheon
Rotary Club of Muncie
January 26, 2027
11:30 AM–1 PM
- SPONSORED EVENT
Bicentennial Ball
Greater Muncie Chamber of Commerce
Saturday, January 30, 2027
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Event Endorsement
Want your event to carry the official Bicentennial name? Apply to have your event recognized as part of the celebration, and join the growing list of programs marking Delaware County’s 200th year.
Volunteer
A celebration 200 years in the making needs all hands on deck. Let us know if you or your club, organization, faith group, business, or any other gathering of civic-minded citizens want to lend a hand. We have opportunities for everyone!