Parks & Recreation
We strive to provide the highest quality parks, recreation services, and greenspace to enhance the quality of life for our community. Learn more about the Parks and Recreation Department and read a message from Director Mick Renneisen.
Current Issues and Events
4th of July Parade and Festivities! |
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Join us for a spectacular 4th of celebration on Saturday, July 4! The Bloomington Community Band kicks things of at 9 a.m. and the parade begins at 10 a.m. This year's parade theme is "Get Active, Bloomington!" The Tides will perform immediately following the awards ceremony. |
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City of Bloomington SportsPlex |
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The City of Bloomington Parks and Recreation Department purchased the 100,000 square foot indoor recreation and fitness complex on May 15, 2009. The facility includes an indoor track, state-of-the-art cardio and fitness equipment, personal training services, and fitness programs. |
Bloomington Community Farmers' Market |
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Show your love for the Bloomington Community Farmers' Market by voting in the "Love Your Farmers' Market" contest organized by localharvest.org and care2.com. Every Saturday from 8 a.m. through 1 p.m. at Showers Common next to City Hall, the Farmers' Market features locally grown farm products, prepared foods, live entertainment, and more. |
Softball |
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See this page for information about this summer's adult softball leagues, Bloomington Girls' Fastpitch Softball leagues, and the ASA Girls 18U A and 10U B Northern National Tournaments |
Quick Links
- Register for the Adult City Tennis Tournament by July 6! (PDF 331.09 KB)
- Kid City Summer Camps
- Programs and classes being moved from the former Bloomington Adult Community Center building to other locations around the community
- Send us comments about our programs or report a problem in one of our parks.
- Parks and Recreation Department Forms and Applications
Hotline Numbers
Community Events Hotline: 349-3754
For weather-related or other cancellations of the summer Performing Arts Series, Peoples Park Concerts, or other community events.
Sports Hotline: 349-3610
For weather-related or other cancellations of Parks and Recreation sports programs including tennis, adult softball, and Bloomington Girls Fastpitch Softball.
Bryan Park Pool and Mills Pool: 349-3741
For changes in pool operating hours and swimming lessons based on weather conditions.
Spotlight Webpages in Parks & Recreation
Community Events | |
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Special events including the Performing Arts Series and Bloomington Community Farmers' Market. |
Spotlight Services in Parks & Recreation
Register for classes, reserve a tee time, rent a picnic shelter | |
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Register online for Parks and Recreation classes and programs, reserve a tee time at Cascades Golf Course, or rent a picnic shelter in a City park. |
Information in Parks & Recreation
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News
- 2009-06-22 - City, Downtown Bloomington Inc. Present Fourth of July Festivities
- 2009-05-18 - Tuesday Market Begins June 2
- 2009-05-12 - Connect with Local Growers at Homegrown Indiana Farm Tours
- 2009-04-02 - City Parks Department Receives Grant for Summer Camp Inclusion Program
- 2008-11-14 - City To Host National Softball Tournament in 2010, Receives ASA Award of Excellence
- 2008-09-23 - Neighborhood Play Day Celebrates Bloomington’s Playful City U.S.A. Designation
- 2008-09-08 - Bloomington Named a "Playful City USA" by KaBOOM!
- 2008-09-03 - City of Bloomington To Purchase Parcels At Lower Cascades For Greenspace