What is it? The Cosmic Songwriter Festival is a live music festival taking place in Bloomington, Indiana from Wednesday, May 15 through Saturday, May 18, 2024. This is year two of the multi-venue music festival emerging from Bloomington’s popular monthly Cosmic Songwriters Club featuring musical…
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With the Bloomington eclipse on April 8, many restaurants are having specials, serving different menus, or having other eclipse related fun. Check out the restaurants below and plan your eclipse dining! Planning ahead is recommended as restaurants may be busier than usual. B-Town Gyros Date:…
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Travel to Bloomington to experience this once in a lifetime event. After the 4 minutes and 3 seconds of totality, don’t rush off, there is plenty to keep you entertained. Here are a few ideas to help you avoid the rush out of town. For more events and viewing locations, visit our 2024 Solar Eclipse…
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All information correct at time of posting. Please visit specific venues website for most up-to-date information. Total Solar Eclipse by the Lake! Location: Lake Lemon Dates: Sunday, April 7 through Tuesday, April 9 Lake Lemon’s Riddle Point Park will offer a truly unique way to experience the…
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When it comes to the Solar Eclipse, safety is a top priority. The links below contain information regarding viewing the Eclipse safely and overall eye safety. Also, there is a list of suppliers that are selling safe solar filters and viewers as well as information on temporary food vendor permits…
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Monroe County has plenty of lodging options available and below is more information about special eclipse accommodations. Total Solar Eclipse - Hoosier National Forest Recreation Areas (camping at Hardin Ridge, Indian-Celina Lakes and Tipsaw Lake) Friday, March 29 through Wednesday, April 10 All…
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Bloomington has a lot to offer for after hours enjoyment during every season. From boating on Monroe Lake to attending famed events, options are aplenty for fun team-building exercises, networking, and general enjoyment of the city's unique amenities during your guests' time in town. Check out the…
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If you've already explored the top reasons meeting planners love hosting events in Bloomington and are now curious about the area's after-hours activities, we've rounded up the best of the best of those as well. From visiting cultural attractions to grabbing a B-Town brew, the following are the top…
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While Bloomington doesn't have a dedicated seafood restaurant (and we're yearning for the day that we do), many of our restaurants do offer some amazingly tasty seafood dishes. Whether you're a connoisseur of all things from the sea, a shrimp savant, or a participant of Lent, there are plenty of…
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Secret waterfalls, sparkling geodes, lakeside views, rolling vistas, wildlife sightings — Bloomington's most unique hiking destinations offer it all and more. Discover what's in store at each destination, then grab your hiking boots and set-off on your trail of choice. Amy Weingartner Branigin…
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