Witness the artistry of a skilled Meltdown ice carver as they transform a block of solid ice into a unique sculpture at Morrisson-Reeves Library. The demonstration begins at 3:30 PM. […]

HYPE Wayne County invites you to join us for a Snowwy Night Canvas paint party at Paint the Towne! $25 includes an 11" x 14" canvas, materials, and instructions. Register […]

Purchase Tickets Join the Meltdown crew for the annual Chili for Charity event! Local restaurants pair up with our favorite nonprofits to compete for Judge's Favorite and Community's Favorite! Ticket […]

Bundle up and embrace the beauty of winter on our Frosty Footsteps Hike at Cope Environmental Center! This guided hike will take you through serene winter trails, where the crunch […]

Kick off your Meltdown Festivities at the Richmond Farmers Market, located in the historic Starr Gennett Building at 101 S 1st Street in Richmond, Indiana! Find over 30 local vendors […]

Warm up with free hot chocolate or coffee in the Nature Center. Stop by early for a free Starbucks reusable cup. While supplies last! Feel free to bring your favorite […]

Discover the ice age giants that once roamed Indiana. Drop in and learn about ice science through activity stations and crafts. View gigantic fossil skeletons firsthand. Admission is free and […]

Warm up with us at our Hot Chocolate Warming Station! Enjoy a FREE cup of hot chocolate and get creative with our Marshmallow Showman craft activity—fun for all ages. Bring […]

Local teams of public employees will battle to the end of the bowl! Drop by the main stage to cheer on your favorite team. Teams have been chosen prior to […]

"Whoooo" Who is excited about the Meltdown?! Our nocturnal friends from Animal Care Alliance! Stop by the igloo at Jack Elstro Plaza for some up-close-and-personal time with LIVE native barred […]

The battle is ON! Will Team Fire or Team Ice prevail? Watch the ice fly as world class carvers IMAGINE and DELIVER on amazing ice sculptures in a battle where […]