Foam, Fireworks & Fun: July 4th at Minnetrista
Minnetrista’s 2025 Fourth of July celebration brought over 2,000 guests to campus for an evening filled with laughter, music, and unforgettable memories. Even under the heat of the summer sun, families and friends came out in full force, ready to celebrate together with food, fun, and a fantastic fireworks finale.
The East Lawn buzzed with energy as families enjoyed an array of outdoor activities. Lawn games like volleyball, bocce ball, giant Jenga, and balance boards were a hit with kids and adults alike. LOL Foam Parties, running from 6 to 9 p.m., created a huge splash—literally—as kids ran through mountains of foam, shrieking with laughter while parents looked on, some even joining in the bubbly chaos. Local food trucks from La Patrona, Smokey Drew’s, and Twisted Drinks and Food kept everyone fueled for fun with crowd-pleasing favorites.
Over on the Greensward, festive flair was in full swing. Bob’s Balloons crafted delightful shapes for young guests, while others lined up for sparkly glitter tattoos in red, white, and blue. Minnetrista’s Hospitality tent served up juicy burgers, chicken, grilled portabella caps, and corn on the cob. Meanwhile, guests browsed patriotic goodies, cooling accessories, and more at the Orchard Shop’s satellite location nearby. Younger guests cooled off indoors with creative playtime at the Imagination Playground in the Indiana Room.
In the Circle Drive, the atmosphere turned musical as America’s Hometown Band filled the air with lively tunes from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Their performance brought the crowd to life and set the perfect tone for the evening, with families gathering on the Greensward, East Lawn, and beyond with chairs, blankets, and a shared sense of excitement.
As the sun set, the night ended with a spectacular fireworks display, launched by the City of Muncie and choreographed to a soundtrack of patriotic and family-friendly music broadcast on 104.1 WLBC and 104.9 WERK FM. From foam-filled fun and magical balloon animals to delicious eats and star-spangled skies, the evening was a joyful celebration of community and connection.
Thank you to everyone who celebrated with us—we loved seeing your smiling faces and can’t wait to do it all again next year!
Check out the Flickr album for all the photos from the event!
