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Movies in the Parks
Movies begin at dusk; see estimated start times. Plrease be aware these movies have a rating of PG. We request your assistance in determining if a particular movie is appropriate for your family. All movies are free to attend. Bring your own seating.
For up-to-the-minute information on weather-related cancellations, follow City of Bloomington, IN - Parks and Recreation on Facebook, or call 812-349-3754.
Rain dates: Sept. 27 and Oct. 5.
Sa, May 25 | Movie in the Park Holes |
2003, PG 1 hr 57 min |
Bryan Park | 9 p.m. |
Th, June 6 | Movie in the Park Perfect Days in partnership with Cicada Cinema |
2023, PG | Rev. Ernest D. Butler Park | 9 p.m. |
Shakespeare in the Park
Monroe County Civic Theater presents A Comedy of Errors at the Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park, 331 S. Washington St.
Thursday-Saturday, May 30 through June 1 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, June 2 at 2 p.m.
Friday-Saturday, June 7 and 8 at 7 p.m.
Sunday, June 9 at 2 p.m.
For up-to-the-minute information on weather-related cancellations, follow City of Bloomington, IN - Parks and Recreation on Facebook, or call 812-349-3754.
Performing Arts Series
Bring a lawn chair, blanket, and picnic dinner and delight in the sounds of local performing artists! All performances are free to attend.
For up-to-the-minute information on weather-related cancellations, follow City of Bloomington, IN - Parks and Recreation on Facebook, or call 812-349-3754.
Day/Date | Performance | Music Style | Venue | Time |
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Th, May 9 | Kade Puckett | funky fingerstyle guitar | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
F, May 10 | The Kids are Alright | middle school showcase | Waldron, Hill and Buskirk Park | 5:30 p.m. |
Th, May 16 | Dakota Curtis & The Dark | Americana rock | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, May 23 | Hummingbird & the Beating Hearts | epic harmonic & acoustic soul | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, May 30 | Emma Richards | singer-songwriter | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, June 6 | JonyP trio | modern jazz, Latin & funk | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, June 13 | Strawberry Shortcake Festival Concert Kid Kazooey & the Ballroom Roustabouts |
upbeat, low-volume music for kids | Switchyard Park | 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. |
Th, June 13 | Strawberry Shortcake Festival Concert Rush Ridge Revival |
classic pop & rock, featuring singalongs | Switchyard Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
F, June 14 | Happy Hours on the Lawn Ramon Jackson Opener: Honey Iced Tea Trio |
soul, blues, rock and pop pop and R&B |
Switchyard Park Pavilion Lawn |
6-8:30 p.m. |
Th, June 20 | Rearview Rhonda | garage, punk rock | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, June 20 | Thursday Night Concert Series in partnership with Visit Bloomington | Y La Bamba and Tune-Yards | Switchyard Park | 6 p.m. |
F, June 21 | Switchyard Park Concert Series Jenn Cristy Opener: TBD |
high-energy rock pop | Switchyard Park | 6 p.m. opener 7:15 p.m. main act |
Th, June 27 | Claire Pendreigh | singer-songwriter | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Su, June 30 | Sundays in Bryan Park LeRoy McQueen & Three Vatos Supreme with Lexi Len Dead Country |
alternative country, Americana honky-tonk rock Grateful Dead tribute |
Bryan Park | 5:30-8:30 p.m. |
Su, July 7 | Sundays in Bryan Park Big Dog Dicky James Trio with Rex Miller and Steve Mascari |
blues, soul & funk rocking blues |
Bryan Park | 5:30-8:30 p.m. |
Th, July 11 | Rob Freeman | indie/alternative singer-songwriter | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
F, July 12 | Happy Hours on the Lawn Splattertones Opener: JonyP Trio |
funky post-bop jazz modern jazz, Latin, & funk |
Switchyard Park Pavilion Lawn |
6-8:30 p.m. |
Th, July 18 | Gravy Bird | experimental country rock | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, July 18 | Thursday Night Concert Series in partnership with Visit Bloomington | TORRES and Lindsay Lou | Switchyard Park | 6 p.m. |
F, July 19 | Switchyard Park Concert Series Peyton Womock Opener: TBD |
R&B, soul, smooth jazz, funk | Switchyard Park | 6 p.m. opener 7:15 p.m. main act |
Su, July 21 | Sundays in Bryan Park Low Landers The New Old Cavalry |
bluegrass string band roots, original bluegrass |
Bryan Park | 5:30-8:30 p.m. |
Th, July 25 | Steve Plessinger | acoustic Americana | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, Aug. 1 | The Lost Keys | classic & current rock | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, Aug. 8 | Worlds Apart | 80s-current pop rock | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
F, Aug. 9 | Happy Hours on the Lawn Honey Iced Tea Opener: TBA |
pop, R&B, funk |
Switchyard Park Pavilion Lawn |
6-8:30 p.m. |
Th, Aug. 15 | Glitter Brains | kid-friendly punk rock 'n roll | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Th, Aug. 22 | Dan Kusaya | the unforgettable one-man band | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Su, Aug. 25 | Evening with the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra | Switchyard Park | 7 p.m. | |
Th, Aug. 29 | Sofia Crespo | flamenco dance from Spain | Peoples Park | 4:30-6 p.m. |
Su, Sept. 8 | Evening with the Bloomington Jazz Orchestra | Switchyard Park | 6 p.m. | |
F, Sept. 13 | Happy Hours on the Lawn Major Danger Opener: Vuko |
high-voltage rock n' roll classic, original & alternative rock |
Switchyard Park Pavilion Lawn |
6-8:30 p.m. |
Su, Sept. 29 | Evening with the Bloomington Community Band | Switchyard Park | 6 p.m. |