Recreation

Think that there is nothing to do in Bloomington/Normal? Think again. Bloomington/Normal hosts a variety of events that can make this your most exciting summer ever!

The Bloomington/Normal area offers:

Parks and Entertainment

Constitution Trail- a 13+ mile trail for walking, hiking, jogging, biking, and cross country skiing.

Upper Limits - Indoor Climbing Facility one of the largest climbing gyms in North America!

U.S. Cellular Coliseum- home to an indoor football team, the Bloomington Extreme, and a variety of concerts. Past performing artists include John Mayer, Breaking Benjamin, Alan Jackson, and Soulja Boy.

Pepsi Ice Center

Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts which host musicals, concerts, plays, and other acts.

Miller Park Zoo- visit a tropical American rainforest and the plains of Asia all in one day!

Swimming

Anderson Aquatic Center

Fairview Aquatic Center

FOOD

Enjoy great food and a fun and a relaxed atmosphere at Uptown Normal eateries - many feature sidewalk seating and live music events.

ANNUAL FESTIVALS / EVENTS

Concerts on the Quad - Music under the stars! (wide variety of musical acts from concert bands to jazz)

Movies in the Park - City of Bloomington

Illinois Shakespeare Festival, a nationally recognized theatre.

Miller Park Outdoor Summer Theatre

Sugar Creek Arts Festival- July- arts, crafts, a great variety of food, and musical stages.

McLean County Fair - August, located at Bloomington's Interstate Center, the McLean County Fair is home to carnival rides, 4-H projects, concerts, and more.

Farmers' Markets

Downtown Bloomington - Buy fresh, local produce, meet local artists, and meet local musicians every Saturday morning, May through October.

Uptown Normal - Stop by the market every Tuesday night (June through September) between 4:30 & 6:30 pm to find the best in fresh vegetables, fruits, plants, and more.

 

Check the University Events Calendar for campus events and activities