BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Lerner Theatre - ECPv6.8.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Lerner Theatre X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://thelerner.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Lerner Theatre REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Indiana/Indianapolis BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261025T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261025T150000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20260114T200029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T132429Z UID:10000379-1792940400-1792940400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Lerner Loves You: Monsters\, Inc. DESCRIPTION:The Lerner Theatre is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nJoin us for “Monsters\, Inc.” A little girl accidentally enters the land of monsters\, where she befriends two creatures who work at a “scare factory.” Billy Crystal and John Goodman lend their voices to this computer-animated comedy from the creators of “Toy Story.” \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: 92 minutes \nCast: John Goodman\, Billy Crystal\, Mary Gibbs\, Steve Buscemi\, James Coburn \nReleased: 2001 \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us Sunday\, October 25\, for Monsters\, Inc.—and come early for an afternoon of Halloween fun! \nTrick-or-treating begins at 2:00 pm in the Lerner Theatre lobby\, where families can visit with our community partners and collect treats before the movie. Joining us will be Wellfield Botanic Gardens\, Hopman Jewelers\, ADEC\, Elkhart 311\, Elkhart Tutu School\, and Premier Arts. \nPremier Arts will also help us get into the Halloween spirit with a special costume contest! Come dressed as your favorite character and show off your Halloween creativity before the movie begins. \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Lerner Loves You Series: \nThe historic Lerner Theatre\, a beloved centerpiece and cultural treasure of Downtown Elkhart\, is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nBuilding on the success of its inaugural run\, The Lerner Loves You continues The Lerner Theatre’s long tradition as a gathering place for moviegoers—dating back to its early days as “The ELCO.” This special series features a thoughtfully curated selection of beloved films from across generations\, celebrating storytelling\, culture\, and the magic of seeing movies together on the big screen. \nThe series will take place monthly on select Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm\, February until May and then continuing from October until December\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy films on the Lerner’s grand screen free of charge. Each film will be shown in the Lerner Theatre’s auditorium\, inviting guests to experience the magic of cinema in a setting like no other. Seating is first-come\, first-served. \n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSORED BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-lerner-loves-you-monsters-inc/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/2026-The-Lerner-Loves-You-Movie-Series.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261125T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261125T120000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20261012T194412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T160832Z UID:10000530-1795604400-1795608000@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Nutcracker: FREE Community Performance DESCRIPTION:​A FREE\, SHORTENED PERFORMANCE OF THE NUTCRACKER \nA free performance featuring highlights of Nutcracker at the Lerner.  This performance is free to the community\, and is shortened to enjoy during a lunch break and for families with young children who need a shorter performance. \nThis family-friendly retelling of the beloved classic follows Klara\, a young girl whose unexpected gift from the mysterious Herr Drosselmeyer leads her on a magical journey of courage\, kindness\, and hope. Along the way\, audiences will experience dazzling dances\, enchanting characters\, swirling snowflakes\, the graceful Sugar Plum Fairy\, and colorful celebrations inspired by cultures from around the world including China\, Spain\, India and more!\n \n To see the full ballet\, please purchase tickets to the Saturday\, November 28th performance below.\n \n Get Tickets for the Full Production URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-nutcracker-free-community-performance/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Dance,Free Event,Just Announced ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/The-Nutcracker-free-performance_1920x1080.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261129T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261129T150000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20260114T200554Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T145705Z UID:10000380-1795964400-1795964400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Lerner Loves You: Home Alone DESCRIPTION:The Lerner Theatre is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nJoin us for “Home Alone.” When eight-year-old Kevin McCallister’s family rushes off on a holiday trip to Paris three days before Christmas\, they accidentally leave the youngster behind to deck the halls with a barrage of booby traps to keep out a bumbling pair of burglars who have discovered that this tough little tyke is home alone. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: 103 minutes \nCast: Macaulay Culkin\, Joe Pesci\, Daniel Stern\, John Heard\, Robert Blossom\, Catherine O’Hara \nReleased: 1990 \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Lerner Loves You Series: \nThe historic Lerner Theatre\, a beloved centerpiece and cultural treasure of Downtown Elkhart\, is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nBuilding on the success of its inaugural run\, The Lerner Loves You continues The Lerner Theatre’s long tradition as a gathering place for moviegoers—dating back to its early days as “The ELCO.” This special series features a thoughtfully curated selection of beloved films from across generations\, celebrating storytelling\, culture\, and the magic of seeing movies together on the big screen. \nThe series will take place monthly on select Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm\, February until May and then continuing from October until December\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy films on the Lerner’s grand screen free of charge. Each film will be shown in the Lerner Theatre’s auditorium\, inviting guests to experience the magic of cinema in a setting like no other. Seating is first-come\, first-served. \n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSORED BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-lerner-loves-you-home-alone/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lerner-Loves-You-Home-Alone-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261206T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261206T150000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20260922T143023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260922T154412Z UID:10000525-1796569200-1796569200@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: The North Pole Radio Hour DESCRIPTION:Let the holiday season begin!  Join the Elkhart Municipal Band and your host\, Elkhart radio legend Allen Strike\, as we kick off Elkhart Municipal Band’s 89th season with The North Pole Radio Hour! Director Scott Spradling leads the band in his second year for a joyful journey down a festive holiday hallway!\n \nThe Elkhart Municipal Band will also be collecting food for our annual community food drive by accepting your non-perishable goods.\n \nThat’s not all! You love it\, we love it: TUBA CHRISTMAS RETURNS! All Tuba players are welcome!\n \nFollow Elkhart Municipal Band on Facebook for more details as we approach the concert. As always\, Elkhart Municipal Band performances are free and family friendly. \n \nDon’t miss this annual holiday tradition. We hope to see you there!\n\n \n\n\n\nThis is a free event. No tickets are required for entry. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-presents-the-north-pole-radio-hour-2026/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/EMB-North-Pole-Radio-Hour-1920x1080-2.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261216T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261216T120000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20260128T214639Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260514T194728Z UID:10000389-1797418800-1797422400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Lunchtime Live with Celia Weiss – Kimball Organ Concert DESCRIPTION:The Lerner is pleased to welcome an Elkhart favorite\, Celia Weiss\, back on The Lerner’s 1924 Kimball Organ in this free community series. \nCelia Weiss is one of few musical artists who hold the enviable record of having served as a soloist on two different musical instruments. A pianist and organist well known to local audiences\, the artist has appeared on numerous occasions with the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra\, the South Bend Symphony Orchestra\, the IUSB Philharmonic\, the Manchester University Symphony Orchestra\, and in recitals throughout the area. \nMrs. Weiss is an Adjunct Assistant Professor of Music at IUSB for the Raclin School of the Arts where she teaches organ. She is a past recipient of the IUSB Merit Status and Outstanding Alumni Awards. She holds a B.M.E from Manchester College and a M.M. in Piano from Indiana University. An educator as well as a performer\, she has taught music in the Elkhart and Goshen Community Schools and piano at Goshen College. Since 1975 she has held the position of Director of Music and Organist for the First Presbyterian Church in Elkhart. She is a frequent accompanist for the Elkhart County Symphony Orchestra and performs several piano and organ concerts for the Lerner Theatre’s “Lunchtime Live!” each year. \nThe 1924 Kimball pipe organ located in Elkhart\, Indiana’s Lerner Theatre is one of only two Kimball pipe organs currently installed in its original location. The organ was restored following the 2011 renovation of the theatre which opened on Thanksgiving Day\, 1924. After the restoration\, a crew of nearly 20 from Bunn-Minnick Pipe Organs of Columbus\, Ohio\, spent three weeks hoisting equipment and filling the two pipe chambers with more than 1\,000 pipes. The project absorbed nearly 10\,000 man-hours for the crew over a year. \n \n \n \n \n \n BEHIND THE CURTAIN: A GUIDED THEATRE TOUR\nFollowing each Lunchtime Live Kimball Organ Concert\, audiences are invited to step behind the curtain and experience the Lerner Theatre in a whole new way with Behind the Curtain: A Guided Theatre Tour. \nHeld immediately after the concert\, these guided tours offer a fascinating look at the theatre’s rich history\, stunning architecture\, and behind-the-scenes spaces that bring the Lerner’s magic to life. Tours are $10 per person\, with tickets available in advance or at the Lerner Theatre Box Office on the day of the tour. No reservations are required. \nProceeds from guided tours directly benefit the Lerner Theatre Volunteer Group.Access to certain areas of the theatre is subject to change due to event schedules. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/lunchtime-live-with-celia-weiss-kimball-organ-concert-2026/2026-12-16/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Kimball Organ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lunchtime-Live-2026-1920x1080-2.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261220T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20261220T150000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20260114T201112Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T145726Z UID:10000381-1797778800-1797778800@thelerner.com SUMMARY:The Lerner Loves You: Miracle on 34th Street DESCRIPTION:The Lerner Theatre is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nJoin us for “Miracle on 34th Street”! An old man hired by Macy’s to be the store Santa claims to be the real Santa Claus. Edmund Gwenn’s touching portrayal of Santa won him an Oscar. \n \n \n \n \n \n Run Time: 94 minutes \nCast: Edmund Gwenn\, Maureen O’Hara\, John Payne\, Natalie Wood \nReleased: 1947 \n \n \n \n \n \n About The Lerner Loves You Series: \nThe historic Lerner Theatre\, a beloved centerpiece and cultural treasure of Downtown Elkhart\, is proud to announce the return of The Lerner Loves You\, a free community movie series created as a heartfelt thank-you to the people of Elkhart and surrounding communities. Made possible by the Elkhart County CVB\, the series invites audiences to gather once again inside the iconic downtown venue for shared moments of cinema\, connection\, and joy. \nBuilding on the success of its inaugural run\, The Lerner Loves You continues The Lerner Theatre’s long tradition as a gathering place for moviegoers—dating back to its early days as “The ELCO.” This special series features a thoughtfully curated selection of beloved films from across generations\, celebrating storytelling\, culture\, and the magic of seeing movies together on the big screen. \nThe series will take place monthly on select Sunday afternoons at 3:00 pm\, February until May and then continuing from October until December\, offering audiences the chance to enjoy films on the Lerner’s grand screen free of charge. Each film will be shown in the Lerner Theatre’s auditorium\, inviting guests to experience the magic of cinema in a setting like no other. Seating is first-come\, first-served. \n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSORED BY THE ELKHART COUNTY CVB URL:https://thelerner.com/event/the-lerner-loves-you-miracle-on-34th-street/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Free Event,Just Announced,Movie ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/Lerner-Loves-You-Miracle-on-34-Street-1920x1080-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270307T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270307T150000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20260924T143505Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T183106Z UID:10000526-1804431600-1804431600@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: E Pluribus Unum DESCRIPTION:E pluribus unum; out of many\, one. The Elkhart Municipal Band salutes the colorful tapestry of our community and the talents of our members\, celebrating our strengths that collectively bring us together and unite us as one. This performance will feature one of our talented trumpets\, Fred Powell\, who will perform Philip Sparke’s Song and Dance for Trumpet. Additionally the band will be performing Mark Camphouse’s “A Movement for Rosa”\, which pays tribute to Rosa Parks who famously refused to move to the back of the bus. Rosa Parks is considered to be the “mother of the civil rights movement”.\n \nFollow Elkhart Municipal Band on Facebook and Instagram for more details. The concert begins at 3:00 PM in the Lerner Theatre. Admission is always free!\n\n\n\nThis is a free event. No tickets are required for entry. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-presents-e-pluribus-unum/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/EMB-pluribus-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270418T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Indiana/Indianapolis:20270418T150000 DTSTAMP:20261021T195305 CREATED:20260925T173955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T173959Z UID:10000528-1808060400-1808060400@thelerner.com SUMMARY:Elkhart Municipal Band presents: Songs of Grace and Glory DESCRIPTION:Elkhart Municipal Band presents “Songs of Grace and Glory” Featuring John Phillip Sousa’s spiritual masterpiece by the same name. This concert will also feature the finale from Dmitri Shostakovich’s Fifth Symphony. Additionally\, there will also be a special tribute to the late Betty Kegerries. Betty was a pioneer female percussionist in the Michiana area and was a member of the Elkhart Municipal Band for 72 years! Make plans to attend and hear Elkhart’s own iconic band!\n \nFollow Elkhart Municipal Band on Facebook and Instagram for more details. The concert begins at 3:00 PM in the Lerner Theatre. Admission is always free!\n\n\n\nThis is a free event. No tickets are required for entry. URL:https://thelerner.com/event/elkhart-municipal-band-presents-songs-of-grace-and-glory/ LOCATION:The Lerner Theatre\, 410 South Main Street\, Elkhart\, IN\, 46516\, United States CATEGORIES:Concert,Free Event ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://thelerner.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/EMB-songs-of-grace-and-glory-1920x1080-1.png ORGANIZER;CN="Elkhart Municipal Band":MAILTO:ElkMunBand@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR