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10 Ideas for Free Fun in Bloomington-Normal This Summer

There are lots of ways to have fun in town this summer, without spending a penny!

By Cassie Snelling April 30, 2023

Looking for cheap summer fun in Bloomington-Normal? Check out our 10 ideas for completely FREE summer fun intown :

1. Visit a playground in Bloomington-Normal!

Anderson Park is a large playground with open space to enjoy a picnic and play time with the kids. 

There is also a tennis court and a small interactive trail to get moving!


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2. Splash at McGraw Park

Bring the kiddos and spend the day at the splash pad at McGraw Park. 

3. Celebrate at the Sweet Corn Circus Festival

Celebrate Bloomington-Normal's agricultural roots at the Sweet Corn Circus in Uptown Normal.  


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4. Go to the Bloomington and Normal Public libraries 

Join a summer reading program and have lots of fun along the way with special events. 

5. Enjoy live music in Uptown Normal

Live performances start in late May and end in fall. 

6. Take a hike at Comlara Park

Hike on one of the several scenic trails at Comlara Park. 

7. Go Geocaching 

Geocaching is the world's largest treasure hunt game and there are geocaches all around town! Find more information at: Geocaching


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8. Take a bike ride on the Constitution Trail

The trails travel all throughout Bloomington-Normal. 

9. Walk around the Farmers Market

The famers market opens at the end of May. Walk around Downtown Bloomington and connect with local vendors. 

10. Go on a Mural Hunt

Visit the Uptown Normal and Downtown Bloomington area and find all the murals created by local artists. 

11. Check out the Macaroni KID Bloomington-Normal events calendar!

Always check the calendar at Events | Macaroni KID Bloomington-Normal for more free/cheap events!