Community Events

New IU Museum of Archaeology and Anthropology to open Oct. 19

By Hayden Kay · Tuesday, Oct. 8,2024 1:39 p.m.

The grand opening includes food, music and tours in the newly renovated building.

Bloomington celebrates art, music from different cultures at Lotus Festival

By Lilly Dingman · Sunday, Oct. 6,2024 2:06 p.m.

The event showcased musicians and artists from places like Ukraine and Colombia.

Tale Blazing to bring Bloomington together through storytelling Oct. 12

By Lilly Dingman · Sunday, Oct. 6,2024 2 p.m.

There will be five storytellers from different backgrounds telling stories around fires.

‘It couldn’t have happened to a better person’: comedy community celebrates IU alumnus Emil Wakim joining ‘SNL’

By Gino Diminich · Monday, Sept. 30,2024 12:54 p.m.

IU alumnus Emil Wakim joined the cast of “Saturday Night Live” on Sept. 10.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson will be featured as part of Speaking of Excellence series

By Lilly Luse · Wednesday, Sept. 25,2024 9:07 a.m.

The “Modern Family” actor will visit the IU Auditorium for a discussion and Q&A on Oct. 15.

COLUMN: Three underrated spots at IU

By Sydney Weber · Sunday, Sept. 22,2024 2:16 p.m.

Here are three places associated with IU that you might not know about—but should.

How IU students under 21 keep busy

By Taylor Kuelthau · Sunday, Sept. 22,2024 12:05 p.m.

Students under 21 reflect on places they go out to in town.

COLUMN: Enjoy the warm weather in Bloomington this month with these outdoor activities

By Ellie Adam · Saturday, Sept. 21,2024 6:51 p.m.

With the temperature still high and the sun still shining, we don’t have to say hello to fall just yet.

‘She’s an economic engine’: how Taylor Swift’s Indianapolis concert could impact Indiana cities

By Kristen Dickey · Thursday, Sept. 19,2024 5:47 p.m.

Swift will perform Nov. 1-3 in Indianapolis.

Bloomington’s LGBTQ+ community gathers for Pridefest 2024

By Lilly Luse · Monday, Sept. 16,2024 3:21 p.m.

The festival provides a space to celebrate and find a welcoming community.

First Thursdays Festival seeks to build community around IU’s arts and humanities

By Lilly Luse · Sunday, Sept. 8,2024 1:19 p.m.

The First Thursdays Festival showcases IU campus organizations, community resources, clubs and departments.

Eskenazi Museum of Art to welcome 3 new exhibitions this fall semester

By Sarayu Gannamani · Sunday, Aug. 25,2024 9:52 a.m.

From Roman history to John Mellencamp, IU visitors can explore lots of topics at the museum.

Indianapolis’ The Bejeweled Band to bring Taylor Swift experience to Bloomington

By Grace Romine · Sunday, Aug. 4,2024 12:06 p.m.

The show is open to all ages, with tickets beginning at $25.

UPDATE: Off Night Productions presents ‘Steel Magnolias’ at Waldron Arts Center

By Hayden Kay · Monday, July 29,2024 3:04 p.m.

Off Night Productions will hold the play for six days in August.

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Author Kelly Hill will sign new book at Morgenstern’s Bookstore

By Lilly Luse · Wednesday, July 24,2024 6:46 p.m.

Author Kelly Hill will be visiting to sign copies of her new novel and discuss it.

Earth Connection Film Festival comes to Buskirk-Chumley Theatre July 20

By Sarayu Gannamani · Thursday, July 18,2024 7 a.m.

The film festival focuses on portraying solutions for the climate crisis through art.

Midsommar Market begins July 13

By Miranda Miller · Wednesday, July 10,2024 4:52 p.m.

Attendees can expect to find over 20 booths that offer a wide variety of local artisans and vendors.

Sing along to ‘Mamma Mia!’ screenings at the Waldron Arts Center

By Lilly Luse · Tuesday, July 9,2024 12:03 p.m.

Constellation Stage & Screen will show special sing-along “Mamma Mia!” event July 12 and 13.

Fourth of July Parade Cancelled

By Lilly Luse · Thursday, July 4,2024 10:29 a.m.

Fourth of July event is cancelled due to severe weather.

Your Guide to Celebrating the Fourth of July in Bloomington

By Jay Sharma · Wednesday, July 3,2024 11:36 a.m.

A list of July 4 events taking place in Bloomington.

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