The Bloomington-Normal area is a vibrant community, home to 165,298 people who exemplify the values of the Midwest and our remarkable quality of life. Our location in the heart of Illinois at the junction of Interstates 55, 39, and 74 makes getting here easy. We are just a few hours from Chicago and St. Louis. Bloomington-Normal boasts a bustling airport as well as frequent Amtrak service.

Experience one of our outstanding hotels, unique restaurants or exciting leisure attractions such as the Children's Discovery Museum, the David Davis Mansion or the McLean County Museum of History. Enjoy premier entertainment at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, the U.S. Cellular Coliseum or Illinois State University's Braden Auditorium.

We are proud to be the headquarters for State Farm Insurance, Mitsubishi Motors North America, and COUNTRY Financial. Our higher educational institutions include Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University, Heartland Community College and Lincoln College-Normal.

We are proud of our Midwestern Hospitality! Whether you are here for a weekend, attending an event or on business we hope you enjoy your visit and return often.


The Bloomington-Normal Area Convention and Visitors Bureau's mission is to enhance the economy of McLean County through promotion, attraction and retention of events, conventions and tourism.
Calendar of Events
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Jan. 27, 2012 - Jan. 27, 2012
Jeff Foxworthy, Bill Engvall, Larry the Cable Guy, With Special Guest Reno Collier
U.S. Cellular Coliseum
8:00 PM
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Jan. 27, 2012 - Jan. 29, 2012
Illinois Fish & Feather Expo
McLean County Fairgrounds (Interstate Center)
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Jan. 29, 2012 - Jan. 29, 2012
Lady Antebellum, Darius Rucker, with Special Guest Thompson Square
U.S. Cellular Coliseum
7:30PM
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Feb. 3, 2012 - Feb. 3, 2012
February F1RST FR1DAY: Tour de Chocolat' and 5th Annual Chocolate Challenge
Downtown Bloomington
5-8 pm
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