Bloomington Events 2026-2027
Your guide to live events and things to do in Bloomington, IL, and nearby areas.
- Updated: November 13, 2026
Events take place across Bloomington throughout 2026, including major concerts, sports, and live performances happening every week. Browse by date, venue, or category to find what’s happening near you.
- 72 Upcoming Events
- 6 Events This Weekend
- 3 Event Venues
- 8 Event Categories
Browse Events By Category
- All Events 72
- sports 33
- concerts 17
- broadway 1
- Live Shows 18
- comedy 4
- family 10
- This Weekend 6
Best Events This Week & This Month
Explore featured Bloomington events including top shows, concerts, sports, and major live experiences across the city.
Bloomington Events: Today, This Month & Dates
Upcoming Events in Bloomington
Browse events in 2026 by date and venue, including concerts, shows, sports, and more across the city and nearby areas.Upcoming Confirmed Events 72
- Nov 13, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — COUNTRY / FOLK: Mitchell Tenpenny at Bloomington Center For The Performing Arts,
107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $28, Avg. price ~ $121, Tickets Available: 163. Select Seats - Nov 13, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — HARD ROCK / METAL: Loudernow at The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $31, Avg. price ~ $40, 26 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — ECHL, Weekend Event: Bloomington Bison vs. Cincinnati Cyclones at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $24, Avg. price ~ $52, Tickets Available: 728. Select Seats
- Nov 14, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — COUNTRY / FOLK, Best Value, Weekend Event: Maggie Rose at The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $7, Avg. price ~ $31, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 4:00 PM Sun — ECHL, Weekend Event: Bloomington Bison vs. Wheeling Nailers at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $77, Tickets Available: 1375. Select Seats
- Nov 15, 2026, 7:00 PM Sun — ALTERNATIVE, Weekend Event: Andy Grammer at Bloomington Center For The Performing Arts, 107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $67, Avg. price ~ $162, Tickets Available: 1280. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — ECHL: Bloomington Bison vs. Fort Wayne Komets at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $65, Tickets Available: 1430. Select Seats
- Nov 20, 2026, 8:00 PM Fri — POP / ROCK: The Record Company at The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $34, Avg. price ~ $44, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Tusk - Tribute To Fleetwood Mac at Bloomington Center For The Performing Arts, 107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $44, Avg. price ~ $107, Tickets Available: 1058. Select Seats
- Nov 21, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — ECHL, Weekend Event: Bloomington Bison vs. Fort Wayne Komets at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $63, Tickets Available: 1287. Select Seats
- Nov 22, 2026, 5:30 PM Sun — POP / ROCK, Weekend Event: Rebel Rock Anthem Tour at The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $37, Avg. price ~ $49, 18 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 25, 2026, 8:00 PM Wed — POP / ROCK: Decade of Decadence at The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $28, 16 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Nov 27, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — ECHL: Bloomington Bison vs. Indy Fuel at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $64, Tickets Available: 1450. Select Seats
- Nov 28, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — ECHL, High Demand, Weekend Event: Bloomington Bison vs. Indy Fuel at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $87, Tickets Available: 1793. Select Seats
- Dec 04, 2026, 7:00 PM Fri — ECHL, High Demand: Bloomington Bison vs. Kalamazoo Wings at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $23, Avg. price ~ $66, Tickets Available: 1316. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 2:00 PM Sat — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event: The Pantagraph's Holiday Spectacular at Bloomington Center For The Performing Arts, 107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $53, Tickets Available: 900. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 7:00 PM Sat — ECHL, Weekend Event: Bloomington Bison vs. Kalamazoo Wings at Grossinger Motors Arena • 8000 seats, 101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $19, Avg. price ~ $60, Tickets Available: 1412. Select Seats
- Dec 05, 2026, 8:00 PM Sat — Concert, Weekend Event: Who's Bad - Michael Jackson Tribute Band at The Castle Theatre, 209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $60, Avg. price ~ $71, 17 tickets remaining! Select Seats
- Dec 06, 2026, 2:00 PM Sun — HOLIDAY, Weekend Event: The Pantagraph's Holiday Spectacular at Bloomington Center For The Performing Arts, 107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $33, Avg. price ~ $53, Tickets Available: 707. Select Seats
- Dec 09, 2026, 6:00 PM Wed — CHILDREN / FAMILY: Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves at Bloomington Center For The Performing Arts, 107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701, US. From $41, Avg. price ~ $94, Tickets Available: 812. Select Seats
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Bloomington Events by Month
Monthly pages help you find upcoming events by season, weekend, and date.
Events by Show & Venue
Browse Bloomington events by show and venue. Explore performance schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates across the city.
Mitchell Tenpenny
107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 8
Nov 13, 2026 7:00 PM
Loudernow
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 13, 2026 8:00 PM
Bloomington Bison
101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 64
Nov 14, 2026 7:00 PM
Maggie Rose
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 14, 2026 8:00 PM
Andy Grammer
107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 16
Nov 15, 2026 7:00 PM
The Record Company
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 7
Nov 20, 2026 8:00 PM
Tusk - Tribute To Fleetwood Mac
107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 26
Nov 21, 2026 7:00 PM
Rebel Rock Anthem Tour
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 1
Nov 22, 2026 5:30 PM
Decade of Decadence
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 2
Nov 25, 2026 8:00 PM
The Pantagraph's Holiday Spectacular
107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 05, 2026 2:00 PM
Who's Bad - Michael Jackson Tribute Band
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 16
Dec 05, 2026 8:00 PM
Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Got The Moves
107 E Chestnut St, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 55
Dec 09, 2026 6:00 PM
My Posse In Effect - Beastie Boys Tribute
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 2
Dec 11, 2026 8:00 PM
Community Laff Jam Comedy Tour
209 E. Washington Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 1
Dec 17, 2026 8:30 PM
Disney On Ice: Magic of Family
101 S. Madison Street, Bloomington, IL 61701
Upcoming Events: 120
Jan 14, 2027 6:30 PM
From long-running shows to packed venues, this list breaks down what’s playing across Bloomington. Check schedules, event counts, and upcoming dates by show and location.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about tickets, prices, and game day details.
What events are happening in Bloomington right now?
A little bit of everything — concerts, shows, sports, comedy. Bloomington rarely sits still. Check the schedule above to see what’s happening today, this week, or whenever you finally make plans.
How often is the event schedule updated?
Pretty often — like, more than your group chat actually commits to plans. New events get added as soon as dates and venues are confirmed.
Can I browse events by date or venue?
Yep. Filter by date, venue, or category and skip the endless scrolling. Your future self will appreciate it.
Are events held year-round in Bloomington?
Yeah — Bloomington doesn’t really take a season off. There’s always something going on, even when the weather’s doing its thing.
Where do events take place in Bloomington?
Everywhere — arenas, theaters, stadiums, clubs, and venues across Bloomington, IL. Big stages, small stages, and everything in between.
Do new events get added regularly?
All the time. If a tour drops or a game gets scheduled, it usually shows up here faster than you hear about it from friends.
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