The end of summer draws near but that doesn't mean the fun has to end. Labor Day Weekend in Bloomington is packed with events for the whole family. Take a long weekend; you deserve it.
FESTIVALS & SPECIAL EVENTS
Lilly Library Tour
Date: Friday, August 30
Time: 1:00 & 2:00 pm
Location: Lilly Library
Admission: Free
At 1:00 pm, learn about the Jerry Slocum Collection of mechanical puzzles with the Lilly Library Curator of Puzzles. At 2:00 pm, a general tour kicks off in the North Gallery, covering the history of the Lilly Library and features items form the permanent and special exhibitions.
4th Street Festival of the Arts and Crafts
Date: Saturday, August 31 & Sunday, September 1
Time: 10:00 am-6:00 pm on Saturday and 10:00 am-5:00 pm on Sunday
Location: 4th Street
Admission: Free
Enjoy the annual 4th Street Festival of the Arts & Crafts, with work available by over 125 local, regional, and national artists, community booths, Lotus kids’ tent, and a music and spoken word stage.
32nd Annual Smithville In The Park Labor Day Car, Truck & Bike Show
Date: Monday, September 2
Time: 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Location: Smithville Diamonds (2610 E. Hazel St,)
Admission: Free
Come see classic cars, trucks and motorcycles at the car show and shop at the Swap Meet & Craft Show. Rain or Shine.
FOOD TRUCKS & FARMERS' MARKETS
Food Truck Friday
Date: Friday, August 30
Time: 11:00 am-9:00 pm
Location: Switchyard Park
Admission: Free
Grab some delicious, locally-made food, enjoy the amenities at Switchyard Park, and experience live music & performances from local artists.
Farmers' Markets
Date: Saturday, August 31
Time: Varying times
Location: Multiple venues — see all Saturday markets here
Admission: Free
LIVE MUSIC & PERFORMANCES
Five Women Wearing The Same Dress
Date: Thursday, August 29 to Sunday, September 8
Time: 7:30 pm, Sunday's at 2:30 pm
Location: Waldron Arts Center
Admission: $10.00-$25.00 per ticket
A hilarious, real-life comedy about five bridesmaids gathering together after a long time away from one another!
Summer Jam 2024 Glow In The Dark Party
Date: Friday, August 30
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Buskirk-Chumley Theater
Admission: $24.00
A vibrant and futuristic atmosphere with a neon theme. Guests are encouraged to dress in glow-in-the-dark outfits.
Live Music at Butler Winery
Date: Sunday, September 1
Time: 2:00-5:00 pm
Location: Butler Winery & Vineyard
Admission: Free
SPORTING EVENTS
Photo by IU Athletics
IU Women's Soccer VS Wright State
Date: Thursday, August 29
Time: 4:30 pm
Location: Bill Armstrong Stadium
Admission: Free
Maverick Winged Sprints
Date: Friday, August 30
Time: Gates open at 5:00 pm; hot laps begin at 6:30 pm; race begins at 7:15 pm
Location: Bloomington Speedway
Admission: varies per person
Enjoy a night of motorsport with Midwest Winged Sprint Car Series.
Photo by IU Athletics
IU Men's Soccer ADIDAS/IU Credit Union Classic VS Notre Dame & Yale
Date: Thursday, August 29 & Sunday, September 1
Time: TBD
Location: Bill Armstrong Stadium
Admission: Adult $10.00 per ticket, Youth $5.00 per ticket
Photo by IU Athletics
IU Football VS FIU
Date: Saturday, August 31
Time: 3:30 pm
Location: Memorial Stadium
Admission: ticket prices vary
New coach, new season! Cheer on the Hoosiers at their home opener. #never daunted
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