21+ Venues

Bear’s Place

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1316 E. 3rd Street

www.bearsplacebar.com

Bear’s Place Ale House and Eatery is the home of good food, good music, and frosty libations. Bear’s Place is host to the long-running Comedy Caravan, Ryder Film Series, Karaoke, and Live Music.

Bluebird Nightclub

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215 North Walnut St.

www.thebluebird.ws

The Bluebird Nightclub is a premiere venue well known for the variety of bands and performers we have hosted over the years. Some the most notable artists include Dickie Betts, Hanson, Nickel Creek, Ween, John Mayer, Umphrey’s Mcgee, Edwin McCain, Ghostface, and many more.

Jake’s Nightclub

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419 North Walnut St.

www.jakesnightclub.com

Jakes is located in the heart of downtown Bloomington, just blocks away from the Indiana University campus. Jakes specializes in live music, dance, and a host of special events, from country karaoke, to trip giveaways, to theme parties. Jakes is also host to both national and local music acts, including Jens Lekman, The Dirtbombs, Modest Mouse, Dierks Bentley, The Wreckers, and Heartless Bastards.

Root Cellar

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108 E. Kirkwood Ave.

www.myspace.com/theroutecellar

Conveniently located below the organic restaurant FARMBloomington, The Root Cellar serves as a bourbon bar and intimate location for live music.

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All Ages Venues

Art Hospital

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103 E. Allen St.

www.arthospital.net

The Art Hospital is a comunally-run venue meant for showcasing both art and music. Its new location was established in the fall of 2008, as a promising future lies ahead.

The Bishop Bar

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123 S. Walnut St.

http://www.thebishopbar.com/

Located in the former location of The Cinemat(RIP), The Bishop offers both 18+ and 21+ shows highlighting the best in local and independent music. The venue is also a bar that offers a variety of beverages and specials for those looking for a good deal.

Buskirk-Chumley Theater

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114 E. Kirkwood Ave.

www.buskirkchumley.org

Originally founded in 1922 as a vaudeville and movie theater, The Buskirk-Chumley still stands strong as a center for music, arts and culture in Bloomington. The marquee sign with its noticeable Indiana logo shines bright on the town’s main street on weekend nights. Not only is it home to local, national and international artists, but it also hosts frequent film festivals and diverse functions.

Max’s Place

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109 W.7th St.

www.maxsplace.info

“Changing the world one slice at a time” is the staple mantra of the local pizza place and venue. Max’s is often the starting point for many local artists, as the venue has a weekly Open Mic Night, in addition to live acoustic music, and several other concerts. A selection of alcohol is also served to supplement the pizza and live music.

Rhino’s Youth Media Center and All Ages Club

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331 S. Walnut St.

www.rhinosyouthcenter.org

An all ages venue that is truly meant to enterain and educate the youth, Rhino’s hosts various live acts as well as social functions, especially for teens. From after school programs to nightly rock shows, the venue is an important community location for Bloomington.

Russian Recording

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1021 S. Walnut St.

http://www.russianrecording.com/

Russian Recording serves as both a recording studio and all ages venue located in the first office of Secretly Canadian Records. The studio was formerly located in Nashville, Ind. but can now be found in the heart of Bloomington’s southside alongside the Art Hospital. RR provides a cozy atmosphere to see some of the music industry’s best kept secrets.