Beyond The Gates
Welcome, Hoosiers!
Bloomington is thrilled to welcome our newest class of the Cream & Crimson and to welcome back returning students! IU's Office of First Year Experience Programs, Downtown Bloomington Inc., and Visit Bloomington invite students to explore Bloomington beyond the Sample Gates.
From restaurants to annual festivals to nightlife and more, the city has so much to offer. Take the time to explore your first weekend of the school year —and maybe make some new friends!
Kirkwood Ave, the Square, and 4th Street restaurants are all within walking distance of IU's campus — click below for more ideas!
Ideas for Exploring Bloomington
First Weekend Events
Sep
21
Bloomington Community Farmers' Market
- Sep 21, 2024 - Oct 26, 2024
Ellettsville Farmers Market
- Sep 21, 2024 - Sep 28, 2024
Monroe Lake 60th Anniversary Celebration
- Monroe Lake
- Sep 20, 2024 - Oct 24, 2024
Sep
21
Punk @ the Old Library
- Monroe County History Center
- Sep 20, 2024 - Sep 28, 2024
Salt Creek Covered Bridges: Self-Guided Boat Tour
- Monroe Lake
- Sep 20, 2024 - Oct 24, 2024