Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
600 N. East St., Bloomington, IL 61701
Theater
The Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts presents an incredibly diverse programming schedule.
Built in 1922 to house the original American Passion Play, the former Scottish Rite Temple is the centerpiece of downtown Bloomington's Cultural District. The Performing Arts Center has a 1,200-seat theater and 1,000-person ballroom.
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Thanksgiving Farmers’ Market
Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts • Nov 23 @ 9AM
Kick off our indoor market season by joining us for the Thanksgiving market.
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The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees 2024
The Interstate Center • Nov 21 – Nov 23 @ 4PM
The Baby Fold’s Festival of Trees is a long-standing community tradition that has been providing critical funding for local children’s programs for 29 years.
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Christmas under the Dome
McLean County Museum of History • Dec 06 – Dec 07 @ 5PM
Join the McLean County Museum of History for free festive fun during Christmas Under the Dome!
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