Visit BN

08/26/2026

Get outside and enjoy the weekend in Bloomington-Normal! Browse the Farmstead Fair Pop-up Market at Rader Family Farms, enjoy live music from the Illinois Symphony Orchestra Woodwind Quintet at Keg Grove Brewing, and make the most of the summer season while you're out and about.

08/25/2026

Illinois State Football and Route 66? Name a more iconic duo. We'll wait.

A show you don't want to miss 🤩

Stay in your seats at halftime during the October 3rd game to see the Route 66 Drone Show, presented by Visit BN and Illinois State University Athletics!

08/24/2026

So excited to see Rader Family Farms kick off their season with a Route 66 theme, bringing the Mother Road to life through a 12-acre corn maze and dazzling drone show. We're ready to keep celebrating the Route 66 Centennial!

08/21/2026

A sweet stop along Route 66, Funks Grove Pure Maple Sirup Farm is wrapping up another season. There’s still time to wander the grounds, sample the sirup, and take a little taste home with you.

08/19/2026

The height of summer is here, and Bloomington-Normal is making the most of it. From Sweet Corn Circus in Uptown Normal to Sunflower Days at Rader Family Farms, there’s plenty of seasonal fun to enjoy this weekend.

08/18/2026

Welcome back, Titans! A new semester means new places to explore, new favorites to find, and plenty of memories to make in Bloomington-Normal. We’re here to welcome Illinois Wesleyan University students and hope you’ll take some time to experience all that’s waiting just beyond campus. Check out our student resources: https://visitbn.org/iwu

08/17/2026

Take a journey with Route 66: The Main Street of America, a documentary exploring the histroy and stories of of the Mother Road. Check the link in the comments to watch the trailer, then join us at the Normal Theater for a screening with special guests on September 6.

08/12/2026

There’s a little bit of everything happening in the Bloomington-Normal area this weekend. Hunt for treasures at the 3rd Sunday Market, explore local history, catch some live music, or soak up the season during Sunflower Days at Rader Family Farms. What will you get into?

08/11/2026

Welcome to Bloomington-Normal, Redbirds! Whether you’re new to the community or returning for another year, there’s plenty to discover beyond campus. From local eats and coffee shops to events, entertainment, outdoor adventures, and more, we’re excited to have you here. Check out our website for student resources: https://visitbn.org/isu
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08/07/2026

Spend the day exploring trails, casting a line at one of our scenic lakes, paddling across the water, or teeing off on beautifully maintained golf courses. However you like to enjoy the outdoors, you'll find plenty of ways to get outside and make the most of every season.

Discover even more outdoor adventures in our 2026 Visitor Guide.