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Enhancing the economy through promotion, attraction and retention of events, conventions and tourism. Our community appreciates a remarkable quality of life.

The Bloomington-Normal area continues to be one of the most alluring metropolitan areas in Illinois. Our location in the heart of Illinois at the junction of Interstates 55, 39 and 74 makes accessibility easy. We are just a few hours from Chicago and St. Louis. Bloomington-Normal boasts a bustling airport as well as daily Amtrak service. Experience one of our outstanding hotels, dine in one of our

delectable restaurants or visit our exciting leisure attractions. The Children's Discovery Museum, David Davis Mansion and McLean County Museum of History are just a few of our unique attractions. Enjoy premier entertainment at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, Grossinger Motors Arena or Illinois State University's Braden Auditorium and CEFCU Arena. There is something for everyone to enjoy in Bloomington-Normal! We are proud to be the headquarters for State Farm Insurance, COUNTRY Financial and BEER NUTS, Inc. Our institutions of higher education Illinois State University, Illinois Wesleyan University and Heartland Community College.

11/25/2024

🍂 Welcome to the Bloomington-Normal area This Thanksgiving! 🦃

Looking for places to eat during the holiday weekend? The Bloomington-Normal area has you covered! Whether you're here for a family gathering or a quick getaway, EEat Local: Bloomington-Normalhas a list with plenty of spots to make your Thanksgiving awesome! ✨ Don't forget the amazing shopping happening this weekend at in Downtown Bloomington and Uptown Normal.

Whether you're a foodie, searching for the ultimate gift, or just need a place to relax, the Bloomington-Normal area welcomes you this Thanksgiving. 🧡
📸 Don’t forget to share your holiday adventures with !

Plan your Thanksgiving visit 👉 www.visitbn.org

𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐄𝐚𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐬𝐠𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 🦃

☕ Get your AM caffeine fix at The Coffee Hound's downtown location, open at 6:30 am. Feeling like something stronger to start your day? Head to A&P Tap Room and Video Gaming Parlor for Bloody Marys starting at 7 am.

🍴Chow down on a Thanksgiving Feast from Dixie Family Restaurant, Jim's Steak House, Lake Road Inn, The Hornet’s Nest, Tony's Diner and Woody's Family Restaurant or order off the menu from other great local spots open for the holiday!**

🍺Ditch the dishes and head out for post-feast libations! Visit Keg Grove Brewing Company from 7-10 pm where all tips will be donated to Brightpoint's "Stuff The Bus" or belly up to the bar at Western Tap.

🕐Keep your holiday festive into the wee hours by grabbing a pint The PASS Pub & Grill, The Spotted Dog or Digger's Again and keep the holiday festivities going!

𝐕𝐢𝐞𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐔𝐋𝐋 𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐮𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬/𝐛𝐚𝐫𝐬, 𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐭:
https://eatlocalbn.com/thanksgiving2024

**Note that reservations may be required or Thanksgiving meals may be limited.

11/25/2024

11/23/2024

🎅It’s Santa!

The Iconic Livingston Santa is back in Downtown Bloomington IL for the first time since 1979.

Come join us at the official dedication Saturday, November 30 at 11:30 a.m. Real life Santa will ride in on a Bloomington Fire Department Truck to help dedicate his iconic 14.5 ft lookalike!

To learn more about the lore of the Livingston's Santas, please visit bit.ly/Saving-Santa .

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11/22/2024

11/22/2024

🥳🎄🛍The most fun shopping day of the year is nearly upon us!!! Be sure to join us for a fun and festive day of shopping from the most creative artist and makers in the Midwest! Our creatives offer wares ranging from Glass, Ceramics, Fiber, 2D Art, 3D Art, Mixed Media, and more!

🌽🌽The 2024 Shuckin' Awesome Holiday Market is THIS WEEKEND - November 23rd and 24th at Funk Farms Premium Beef at 5959 N 1100 East Road, Shirley IL. 🌽🌽

11/22/2024

🌟 A huge thank-you to the Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association for treating VisitBN to lunch at DESTIHL Brewery! We truly value our partnership and the incredible work we do together to support tourism. Working with our local hotels is a privilege—we love collaborating to make Bloomington-Normal an AWESOME destination. Here’s to even more great projects ahead! 🏨💼

11/22/2024

11/21/2024

🎄The Baby Fold Festival of Trees🎄

❄️Thursday 11/21 4pm-8pm
❄️Friday 11/22 9am-8pm
❄️Saturday 11/23 9am-8pm
📍The Interstate Center
📲Online at FestOfTrees.org

Kick off your holiday season while supporting local children and families served by The Baby Fold!

11/21/2024

The Thanksgiving Market vendor list is here! 🦃The Thanksgiving Market is this Saturday, November 23 at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts from 9 am to noon 🥧 Stop by the market to pick up some Thanksgiving essentials to make your celebrations delicious and get some of your holiday shopping done!🥕🍯 We hope to see you there!

11/20/2024

Great BN spots for any foodies to visit!

11/20/2024

🌟 Discovering Downtown Bloomington IL : A Day Full of Charm! 🌟

Check out the incredible itinerary the City of Bloomington put together for VisitBN to explore its awesome downtown. Here's how our day unfolded:

🕛 Starting at Noon
We kicked things off with some retail therapy, visiting The Painted Wraith Curiosity Shoppe, Crossroads Fair Trade Goods & Gifts, Neighbor Thrift, and Antiques & Uniques. Each shop offered unique finds and endless charm!

🍴 Lunch Stop
Shopping worked up our appetite, so we headed to Reality Bites, where we indulged in their mouthwatering mac and cheese eggrolls (yes, they’re as amazing as they sound!) and gourmet salads.

🎨 Art Inspiration
Next, we strolled over to the McLean County Arts Center, soaking in stunning works of art created by talented local artists. The creativity in this space is unmatched!

🎭 A Theatrical Finish
To end the day, we went behind the scenes at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts. Learning about its history and seeing the magic backstage was such a treat. Did you know they host incredible performances year-round?

✨ Your Turn!
This could be your adventure too! Whether you're a shopper, foodie, art lover, or theater enthusiast, downtown Bloomington has something special waiting for you. 🛍️🍽️🎭

Read more about our adventure here: https://www.visitbn.org/2024/11/discovering-downtown-bloomington-a-perfect-day-of-adventure/

What would you do first? Let us know in the comments! 👇

11/20/2024

Looking for a fun-filled week? The Bloomington-Normal area has you covered! 🎉 From live entertainment at The Castle Theatre, festive gatherings at DESTIHL Brewery, holiday shopping markets at the Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts, and cheering on the Bloomington Bison, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Plan your trip and experience the best of the Midwest! 🛍️🍷🎄

11/19/2024

🎁✨ Holiday Shopping in the Bloomington-Normal area! ✨🎁

📣Calling all holiday shoppers! 🛍️
The Bloomington-Normal area is your go-to destination for unique finds and holiday vibes. From Bloomington-Normal only boutiques you won’t find anywhere else to cozy coffee shops, wine tastings 🍷, delicious local restaurants 🍴, and charming holiday markets 🎄—we’ve got everything you need for a perfect holiday shopping adventure.

Plan a day trip or make it a weekend getaway! 🎅✨ Your most magical gifts (and memories) are waiting right here. 🎁❤️

Check out the BN shopping listings here ➡️ https://www.visitbn.org/visit/listings/shopping/

11/18/2024

🏐 Thank You for a Spectacular Weekend! 🏐
Bloomington-Normal was buzzing with excitement as we hosted the IHSA Illinois High School Association Girls Volleyball State Finals! To all the incredible players, coaches, families, and fans who joined us this weekend – thank you for making it an AWESOME weekend. Your energy and enthusiasm brought our community to life! 🌟

Until next year, safe travels, and remember – Bloomington-Normal is always here to cheer you on! 🙌

11/18/2024

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Welcome to Bloomington-Normal for the IHSA Illinois High School Association Boys Golf State Finals! We’re excited to host this prestigious event and hope you enjoy your time in Bloomington-Normal. Best of luck to all the competitors, and we hope you have a great experience both on and off the course! #VisitBN #golfstatefinals #IHSA #ihsagolf 📽️IHSA Illinois High School Association

🌾🎃 CONTEST ALERT! 🎃🌾 We’re excited to share our new video, “What’s Your Adventure?” featuring Rader Family Farms! 🚜🍂 From corn mazes to pumpkin patches, there’s endless fun waiting for YOU! 👀 Watch the video and see if you can count how many different activities are happening at the farm! 🎥💥 🌟 How to Enter: 1. Watch the video. 2. Count the activities! 3. Comment with the exact number of activities you spot for a chance to WIN 4 tickets to the October 27th Orange Crush Event at Rader Family Farms! 🍊🎉 🎫 Contest ends at NOON, Saturday, October 19 – don’t miss your chance! 🏆 If there is more than one winning entry, we will select the winner at random. Ready to adventure? 🌽🍁 #RaderFamilyFarms #WhatsYourAdventure #freeticketgiveaway #Contest #LocalFun #AgTourism #VisitBN #enjoyillinois #onlyinillinois #middleofeverything Thank you to Warrior Woman Photography

the_vidette and @chloe_krause_4550 made an awesome video recapping the 2024 Sugar Creek Art Festival in Uptown Normal🙌🏻❤️ check it out! Enjoy🎨🖼️ #visitbn #vidette #illinoisstate #uptownnormal #artfestival

Ultimate Weekend Getaway

🌞 Ready for the ultimate weekend getaway? Look no further than Bloomington-Normal! 🍻🍔 Come for the craft beer, stay for the foodie heaven. We've got the perfect mix for a much-needed mini-escape—without the big city prices. Trust us, the Bloomington-Normal area has it all. 🙌 #WeekendGetaway #CraftBeer #FoodieHeaven #EscapeTheCity #WeekendVibes #BreweryHopBN #GoodEatsBN #VisitBN #WeekendEscape #bnfoodiefun #datenight #inspyrmarketing #worldtourismday2024 #onlyinillinois !Analytical BrewingiDESTIHL BreweryBLil Beaver BrewerywCasper Brewing Company Fiala Brothers Brewery & Beer HalleKeg Grove Brewing CompanygWhite Oak BrewingmPizza PayaaOPop Up Chicken ShopyBloNo Pizza Co.en Shop BloNo Pizza Co.

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 Rader Family Farms opening day for the 2024 season is TOMORROW September 7! 🍂🌻 Get ready for fall fun, delicious treats, and outdoor adventure. Whether it's picking the perfect pumpkin, navigating the corn maze, or enjoying yummy goodies (foodies, i'm looking at you), there’s something for everyone at Rader Family Farms! 🎃👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Bring the whole family and kick off the season with us—fall memories await! 🍁✨ 🙌 #RaderFamilyFarms #FallFun #FamilyAdventure #BNtourism #VisitBN #PumpkinPatchFun @raderfamilyfarms #enjoyillinois

Rader Family Farms

🖼Launching TOMORROW, September 6, 2024 at Downtown Bloomington First Friday🖌 Discover the awesome art scene of Bloomington-Normal with the BN Art Scene Passport! Visit all 18 participating locations, each showcasing unique and inspiring works of art. Explore galleries, studios, and public art spaces while collecting stamps along the way. Once you’ve completed your journey, you’ll receive a special commemorative “All About Art” pin as a reward. These passports are a fun way to engage with local culture and can be picked up at any participating location. Get yours today and start your artistic adventure! #VisitBN #art #enjoyillinois #artpassport #artgallery For more information and to see participating locations, go to: https://www.visitbn.org/artpassport/

BN September Events

Bloomington-Normal September 2024 Events 6 September First Friday - Downtown Bloomington 7 Opening Day - Rader Family Farms 7 Illinois Day of the Dozer - McLean County Fairgrounds 13-15 Oktoberfest Weekend - DESTIHL 13 Washington St. Live! - The Castle Theatre 14 Merchants on Main - Lexington Community Center 14 Awestruck 2024 - ISU Horticulture Center 14 Look, We’re Just Trying to Do Something Nice, Okay?” Festival - Connie Link Amphitheatre 15 3rd Sunday Market - The Interstate Center 20-22 Duncan Manor 10 Year Anniversary Celebration - Duncan Manor 21 Day of Play - Uptown Normal 21 Nature Tails Day - Evergreen Lake 21 Medici Oktoberfest - Uptown Normal 21 Chick-fil-a Night Maze - Rader Family Farms 22 2024 Festival of Joy - Downtown Bloomington Museum Square 28 Bruegala in Paradise - Downtown Bloomington #visitbn #enjoyillinois #festivals #outdoors #outdoorfun #fallfun #familyfriendly #fallinbn #shopping #oktoberfest

Pizza Payaa + Uptown Normal’s Sweet Corn Circus = Mexican Sweet Corn Payaa 🙌🏻 Happening this weekend at the Sweet Corn Circus. #visitbn #enjoyillinois #foodie #circus 🌽 🎥Pizza Payaa

🏃‍♀️Hill of a Race 📆Saturday August 17, 2024 📍Ewing Park 2 ➡️3 miles, 20+ obstacles with one being a Creek Run 📲Sign up and event info: https://www.adventuresignup.com/Race/IL/Bloomington/EwingParkFitnessChallenge 🎥 Bloomington Parks & Recreation #visitbn #enjoyillinois #outdoorfun #push*ttothelimit #race