Fourth of July Festivities 2025

It's not an Independence Day celebration without fireworks! Enjoy the following fireworks shows and Fourth of July festivities in Monroe County. Stay tuned as more events may be added Friday, June 27 Fairgrounds Annual Firework Show and Cruse-In Time: Gates open at 7:00 PM Location: Monroe…

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Things to Do Over Memorial Day Weekend

Check out some of the events happening Memorial Day Weekend. Memorial Day Round-Up Food Truck Friday Location: Switchyard Park Date: Friday, May 23 Time: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM Cost: No admission, cost of food/beverage Grab some delicious, locally-made food, enjoy the amenities at Switchyard Park…

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A Day on Campus with Kids

For IU alumni, showing your kids around campus is an extremely special, fun way to spend a day in Bloomington. There are many, many things to do on and around campus, but we've created this day-long itinerary for you so you don't have to. Morning 9:00 AM: Have a Picnic Breakfast in Dunn Meadow…

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Bloomington's Best Places to Take Kids

If you're planning a visit to Bloomington with your children, you'll be thrilled to know that we offer plenty of kid-friendly attractions. We may be known as a college town, but we're also a fantastic destination for families! Below you'll find an assortment of fun things to do, both indoors and…

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Bloomington's Most Unique Attractions

Bloomington offers many fantastic attractions, and some of them are pretty unique to our area. Whether you're looking for attractions you can typically only find in big cities, attractions that are ranked as some of the most premier in the nation, or the only attraction of its kind in the United…

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Springtime Outdoor Activities in Bloomington

Bloomington is blooming, which means its time to get back outside! Whether you're craving an outdoor adventure or you just want to breathe in the fresh air while resting in a hammock, we have plenty of ideas for springtime outdoor activities in Bloomington. Break Out the Bikes Put on your…

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Dishes & Drinks to Try in Bloomington

With over 200 locally-owned eateries in Bloomington, B-Town is a foodie's dream. It's easy to go back to your tried-and-true favorites whenever you're in town, but there are so many incredible dishes & drinks out there — which is why we put together this list of dishes & drinks to try in…

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Spring Fun with Kids in Bloomington

Spring is an exciting time in Bloomington — with the return of warm weather, nature comes alive, restaurant patios are reopened, and beloved events like the Little 500 and weekly farmers' markets take place once more. With plenty of opportunities for exciting outdoor adventures, awesome indoor…

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Family-Friendly Restaurants in Bloomington

Dining out with kids can be overwhelming, especially when you're traveling and aren't familiar with the area's local restaurants. You'll be relieved to know that Bloomington offers a wide variety of family-friendly places to eat across many types of cuisine — no need to resort to Applebee's or…

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