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Halloween Happenings this October
Spooky season has arrived, folks! Don’t worry, we’re here to help ensure that you won’t miss all of the exciting Halloween events happening in the Bloomington-Normal area this October. Here are the Halloween-themed events you will want to check out: Classic Halloween Movies at the Historic Normal Theater All October For those of you who […]
Bloomington-Normal’s Family-Friendly Fall Events
You truly can’t beat the crisp, cool air and the beautiful colors that come with the season of fall! Get outside and enjoy these family-friendly fall events here in the Bloomington-Normal area. From pumpkin patches and markets to hayrack rides and shopping local art, there’s something for everyone! Here are the fall events in our […]
Fall Activities in the Bloomington-Normal Area
There’s so much fun to be had in McLean County this Fall! The leaves are changing, the air is getting cooler, and the fall activities are coming to life! There’s nothing better than putting on a sweater, grabbing a warm drink and going outside to enjoy fall activities. Wondering what you can do in the […]
Fall Flavors in Bloomington-Normal
It’s September and we are dreaming of cool FALL days! While there are a few summer days left, we can’t help but think about all of the delicious food and drink that comes with the season of fall. Get started on your fall flavor adventure and enjoy the many tastes of BN! Here are a […]
What’s Happening in Bloomington-Normal this September
September is packed full of events for every type of person! Our events calendar for the month has live music, artistic events, sports, theatre, shopping events, and much more! Here are the top events planned in September that you won’t want to miss: Festivals & Fairs Downtown Bloomington Farmers’ Market Every Saturday | Downtown Bloomington […]
Welcome Home, Bloomington Gold!
We are pleased to announce that Bloomington Gold Corvette Show USA will be coming back to Bloomington-Normal on June 10th and 11th, 2022! The show began in Bloomington in 1973 and they will be celebrating their 50th anniversary by coming back to where it all began. We partnered with Illinois State University, the Town of […]
Make Music Normal in Uptown Normal
Make Music Normal is an all-ages, free-to-attend festival taking place in Uptown Normal on Friday September 10 and Saturday, September 11. This vibrant area will be filled with local musicians of all genres performing on stages placed throughout Uptown. The festival also focuses on participation, giving attendees the chance to learn choreography, play an instrument, […]
Summertime Entertainment in Downtown Bloomington
Downtown Bloomington has plenty of fun planned this summer! Come enjoy their festivals, entertainment, and live music all summer long. Be sure to also shop, eat, and explore the art galleries that fill #DowntownBLM. Festivals Front Street Music Festival August 21 | 1 pm Front Street Music Festival is back for 2021! This jazz festival […]
5 Ways to Beat the Heat this Summer
While most summer activities are meant to be enjoyed outside, sometimes the warm weather can be too hot to handle. Take a look at our suggestions for fun inside activities in the Bloomington-Normal Area! Catch a Classic Film The Normal Theatre in Uptown Normal shows classic, independent and world cinema films on the big screen. […]
This new FREE concert series, presented by The Castle Theater and the Pantagraph, will make your summer in BN unforgettable! There will be a total of 4 family-friendly concerts by national touring artists on the Museum Square this July through September. Come listen, eat, drink, and enjoy the music as it fills the streets of […]
