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Illinois Shakespeare Festival 2021
Illinois Shakespeare Festival returns for it’s 44th Season! Tickets go on sale Monday, May 10! Romance, revenge, comedy, jealousy, murder, action, magic … no wonder William Shakespeare has been popular for over 400 years; his plays have it all. High school English classes still read Romeo and Juliet each year, and his works are performed […]
With so many Christmas-themed events happening in the Bloomington-Normal area, it’s easy to get into the holiday spirit! Christmas is the perfect season to spend time with your family, friends and loved ones. Uptown Normal, Downtown Bloomington and all of our attractions will fill you with the spirit of the season. The McLean County […]
The work that the travel and tourism industry does is vital to the economy. In 2017, Bloomington-Normal had 220,000 visitors and 44,611 hotel room nights, which generated an economic impact of $6,959,316. For every $1 of hotel tax received, $10.04 was returned to the local economy. Nationally, tourism is a $2.1 trillion industry. The industry […]
You don’t need to hop on a plane or stay in a fancy resort to have a great vacation. Staycations are as popular as ever, with more families choosing to take their time off at home and avoid the hassle and cost of a traditional vacation. Here are our tips for a fun and frugal […]
Still not sure what to do for Valentine’s Day? BN has got you covered, no matter your interest. The Artsy Couple First: Head to Uptown Normal, where you’ll find numerous shops to browse through, including Waiting Room Records, Acme Comics and University Galleries. Next: No Valentine’s Day would be complete without a romantic dinner. Medici […]
Illinois Shakespeare Festival 40th Anniversary Romance, revenge, comedy, jealousy, murder, action, magic … no wonder William Shakespeare has been popular for over 400 years; his plays have it all. High school English classes still read Romeo and Juliet each year, and his works are performed all over the world. It’s also events such as the […]
