Discover everything happening in Bloomington, Indiana — your go-to guide for festivals, local events, concerts, shopping deals, food specials, and community meetings. Updated regularly to keep you informed on what’s happening around town.
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✅ General Event Calendars
- Visit Bloomington Calendar
- Bloomington Volunteer Network
- Monroe County Public Library – Events / Programs
- The Herald Times – Things to Do
- Bloomingtonian Events
- Indiana University – All Events Calendar
- IDS Calendar (IU Student Events)
- Town Planner – Things to Do in Bloomington, Indiana
- AllEvents – Upcoming in Bloomington
- Eventbrite – Bloomington, IN Events
- let’s go!! – The let’s go! calendar is a monthly events calendar of shows, art openings, cultural events, outdoor activities, film screenings, educational events, parties, and other fun things to do around Bloomington, Indiana.
🎶 Music & Arts Calendars
- WHFB Volunteer Radio Events
- IU Jacobs School of Music Events
- Limestone Post Calendar
- Pillar Arts Happenings
- City of Bloomington – Concerts, Movies, and Plays
🌱 Volunteering Opportunities
- https://www.bloomington.in.gov/volunteer
- City of Bloomington – Parks & Rec Volunteer Event Listing
- City of Bloomington – Volunteer Network Opportunities
🌲 Nature & Outdoor Fun
- Indiana DNR Events at Lake Monroe
- Outdoors Events in State Parks
- Monroe County Parks Guide
- City of Bloomington – Parks & Rec Program Guide – April – August 2025
📚 Libraries & Lifelong Learning
🏛️ City of Bloomington Meetings
A calendar of upcoming city council meetings, commissions, and public hearings.
🌳 Parks & Recreation Events
Programs and activities hosted by Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department.
🎯 Visit Bloomington Featured Events
Major events and festivals happening soon via Visit Bloomington.
- 12/11/2025 to 01/04/2026 – Constellation Stage & Screen presents, "A Christmas Story the Musical", on stage December 11, 2025 – January 4, 2026 at the Waldron Auditorium.Ralphie to the Rescue!This holiday season, join Ralphie
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – The Jacobs School of Music presents a violin recital by Anya Skulsky.
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – Celebrate the chilly magic of the season with a weekend full of winter-themed science fun for the whole family! Winter WonderLab invites visitors to explore how the natural world works in cold weather
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – The Jacobs School of Music presents a double bass recital by Senior undergraduate student, Jacob Meazle.
- 12/12/2025 to 12/13/2025 – Sienna is a Boston-Born, New York-based comedian, actor, writer, and content creator known for her incisive wit and unfiltered performances. Sienna made her mark in the comedy world with her viral
- 12/02/2025 to 03/06/2026 – Cozy up in one of our Winter Igloos! Perfect for a private, cozy space to enjoy Oliver Winery with friends, or for a unique date night. Our igloos are available for parties of up to six guests. Each
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – Downtown Ellettsville will be full of holiday spirit with crafts, snacks, and activities for families to enjoy! 8:00 am Breakfast Buffet at Masonic Lodge (201 N. Sale Street) from 8-11am. Crafts
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – The Jacobs School of Music presents the IU Children’s Choir, directed by Brent Gault.
- 12/05/2025 to 12/13/2025 – The NutcrackerMusic by Peter Ilyich Tchaikovsky MAGICAL MAKEOVER Jacobs faculty choreographer Sasha Janes shatters stereotypes in his reimagined version of this classic ballet, telling the story from
- 11/28/2025 to 01/04/2026 – HOLIDAY OF LIGHTS DRIVE THROUGH CHRISTMAS DISPLAY BROUGHT TO YOU BY THE MONROE COUNTY FAIR BOARD. PACK THE CAR AND ENJOY A MAGICAL DRIVE THROUGH OF TWINKLING LIGHTS, FESTIVE DISPLAYS, AND HOLIDAY
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – Join us at Halfprice Books in Bloomington for a craft market. The Hygge Market brings together vendors from across Monroe county to celebrate things of comfort. Admission is free, come support your
- 12/12/2025 to 12/20/2025 – Celebrate the season at Wylie House Museum. Step into the warmth and charm of 19th-century holiday traditions at the historic Wylie House Museum, beautifully adorned with fresh garlands and
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – Sip, Create, Connect – with By Soul & Hands – Simone Cabral VilacaGrab your girlfriends, pour a glass of wine, and get ready for an afternoon of crafty magic and creative transformation! Coffee Pods
- 11/01/2025 to 03/28/2026 – The Bloomington Winter Farmers' Market is the oldest winter market in Indiana. The Winter Market has a diversity of vendors and products including fresh produce, local meat and poultry, dairy
- 11/29/2025 to 12/20/2025 – Pillar Arts’ 5th Annual Holiday Arts & Crafts Fair kicks off Black Friday weekend and will run every Saturday–Sunday from November 28 through December 21!Stop by to browse a festive collection of
- 12/13/2025 to 12/13/2025 – Are you prepared for your next adventure? Buy, sell, or trade outdoor gear and apparel during the IUOA Gear Swap. Find everything you need for fishing, paddling, climbing, biking, and anything in
