Bloomington News & Updates

Constellation Stage & Screen is presenting "A Christmas Story: The Musical" in Bloomington. Actors are performing in this holiday production.

Christmas at the Mansions, a holiday tour of historic sites in Bloomington-Normal, has been rescheduled for December 27, 2025. The tour features the David Davis Mansion and Ewing Manor.

A review of the holiday concert "Christmas With Cantus" at the Bloomington Center For The Arts highlights the ensemble's reassuring performance. The program, titled "Three Tales of Christmas," offered a comforting holiday experience.

Celebrate the season with "The Nutcracker" featuring international ballet stars. The event also mentions "A Christmas Carol" by Twin City Players.

Adams Voice is holding a Christmas Concert. The article also briefly mentions Bloomington highways and local redistricting votes.

This article features vintage Christmas advertisements, including one for "Best Wishes from Columbia Dairies" and another for "Eat Christmas Dinner at Meadow Hill Inn."

A Children's Christmas Party was held, with the event published on December 13, 2025. Separately, a fire in a Bloomington apartment house was reported.

Volunteers braved harsh weather conditions to ensure nearly 3000 local children could celebrate the holiday season. The 43rd Annual Children's Christmas Party in Bloomington-Normal proceeded as planned.

The Church at Powell Valley is hosting an event featuring the Judith Montgomery Family. This event is listed under things to do in Bloomington, IN.

Rehearsals are currently underway for Christmas Plays at Bloomington Chapel Church. The church will be presenting a trio of Christmas Plays this coming Sunday.

An Ellettsville man is continuing his elaborate Christmas display even after being hospitalized from a fall while decorating. He fell about 15 feet from a tree while hanging Christmas lights.

This weekend in Bloomington features the Krampus Bizaar and a Christmas sing-along. The Bloomington Peace Choir will perform at the Monroe County Courthouse during the Canopy of Lights festivities.

The Spirit of Christmas float is scheduled to appear on December 13th. More Christmas events are available, including those at Bloomington Chapel Church on December 14th.

Bloomington's historic Ewing Manor will host a community Christmas tour on Thursday, December 18, 2025. The event will run from 5-7 p.m. and no reservations are needed.

The Bloomington VFW and American Legion are hosting a children's Christmas party this weekend. The party will take place on Saturday, December 13th, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Bloomington Chapel Church will present a live Nativity scene on Sunday, December 14, 2025. The event will be followed by a Christmas celebration.

Grammy-award winning musical group Mannheim Steamroller is coming to Bloomington for its Christmas tour. The group, known for its Christmas albums since 1984, will perform at the Indiana venue.

A beloved glowing tree has returned to Bloomington for the holiday season after a decade-long absence. This iconic display is a welcome sight for residents celebrating the holidays.

Families and community members gathered along Center Street in Bloomington to celebrate the holiday spirit. The Bloomington-Normal Jaycees Holiday Parade made its way downtown, spreading holiday cheer with the theme "The Gift of the".

The Eastside SDA Church is hosting a Bloomington Christmas Sing-Along event. The event is scheduled for December 10th at 7:00 PM.

Bloomington's giant lighted oak tree will be rekindled this season, adorned with 40,000 white lights. This popular tree is making a comeback as a Christmas card to the world.

This event celebrates the Christmas season with music that offers warmth and light during the cold and dark of winter. The focus is on pieces that evoke a sense of holiday cheer.

A production of 'Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol,' which moves the classic story to East Tennessee with an original Dolly Parton score, is stopping in Bloomington. The show features actor Ken Orman as Scrooge.

A temporary ice rink is available, presented by the Bobby Helms Jingle Bell Rock Christmas Music Spectacular. This event celebrates the enduring popularity of one of the biggest selling Christmas songs of all time.

Bloomington is offering a curbside collection service for natural Christmas trees as the holiday season concludes. This initiative focuses on providing a sustainable and green disposal method for residents' trees.

The City of Bloomington, MN will be collecting natural Christmas trees. Pickup will occur during the weeks of January 5-9 and January 12-16.

Utah's tallest digital Christmas tree is now on display in St. George, featuring 7,500 LED lights. Drivers can tune into Christmas music on their FM radios while viewing the massive display at Dixie Power's building in the Bloomington area.

The Bloomington Chapel will present its Christmas Play on December 14th. The event will feature "Bloomington's Ole Home Place" and "The Living Nativity."

The 2025 Canopy of Lights event in Bloomington will feature "A Christmas Story" performed by the Bloomington Brass Band. Attendees can also enjoy a sing-along with Kid Kazooey and a special appearance by Bloomington mayor Kerry Thomson.

The holiday season in Indiana is bringing festive cheer to areas like Indianapolis and Bloomington. This article offers tips for staying safe while shopping during the Christmas season and on Small Business Saturday.

The Monroe County Fair Board is launching its second annual holiday light show at the fairgrounds. Last year, approximately 3000 cars experienced the festive drive-through display.

The Soderstrom Family Castle is offering unique holiday tours, allowing visitors to experience Christmas in a castle setting. This event provides a glimpse into historical holiday celebrations.

Rose Hill Cemetery will host the 2025 Wreaths Across America Ceremony. One individual decorates her brother's wreath annually with Christmas ornaments due to his love for the holiday.

An iconic Minnesota tree, once featured on a Christmas light tour, will once again be lit up. This marks its return after a decade.

Bloomington-Normal is set to host over 40 events, shows, and shopping opportunities throughout December. This includes a local production of Dolly Parton's Smoky Mountain Christmas Carol.

Fifty years ago, Bloomington offered free parking in its municipal garage as a gesture in the spirit of Christmas. This historical note reflects past community holiday initiatives.

A Bloomington actor is bringing the iconic Grinch to life on stage at the Children's Theatre Company. The production transforms the theater into Whoville, celebrating Dr. Seuss's "How the Grinch Stole Christmas."

Experience "A Very Sinatra Christmas Special" at The Alexander in Bloomington, IN. This event features classic Christmas songs performed in the style of Frank Sinatra.

Greg Warren will be performing a live comedy show at Improv Bloomington. The show is advertised as featuring a "White Christmas" theme.

The Herald-Times Events mentions a "Season's Greetings at the Museum" event. This event is associated with Christmas and honors veterans.

The beloved Bloomington glowing tree display is making a comeback this holiday season after a 10-year absence. This cherished tradition is set to bring Christmas cheer back to the community.

Santa Claus will be visiting Bloomington to officially start the Christmas season. He will be present at Bloomington's annual “Canopy of Lights” event to flip the switch.

The Bloomington Christmas Sing-Along has been a cherished community tradition for over 18 years. This unique, free, and family-friendly event offers a joyful way to celebrate the holidays.

The CPKC Holiday Train is returning to Louisiana with seven festive stops. This popular Midwestern college town shines in the winter with events like the IU Jacobs School of Music's Chimes of Christmas.

The popular restaurant chain Raising Cane's is set to open its doors in Peoria before Christmas. This new location follows the successful launch of another branch in Normal last summer.

The price of artificial Christmas trees is expected to increase this year, partly due to existing tariffs. This news impacts consumers looking to purchase holiday decorations.

A cabin in Minnesota is described as embodying pure Christmas magic, evoking a strong holiday spirit. The photos shared are intended to inspire festive feelings and cozy winter sentiments.

Miller Park Zoo is hosting its annual Breakfast with Santa event next month. This popular holiday tradition allows families to enjoy a festive meal with Santa Claus.