Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bloomington, IN

  • The list below includes 49 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Indiana, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Historic Homes, Running/Jogging and Religious Buildings.
  • From Indiana University to Bryan Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nashville, Bedford, Martinsville and Corydon.
  • The list below includes 49 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Indiana, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like Hiking Trails, Historic Homes, Running/Jogging and Religious Buildings.
  • From Indiana University to Bryan Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Nashville, Bedford, Martinsville and Corydon.
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Glowgolf 49 Maryland Street, Indianapolis, IN MoreLess Info
Luminescent golf balls, lit-up putters, neon obstacles, and incandescent walls illume players negotiating tricky glow-themed landscapes
0.8 Miles
75% 178 votes
Breweries 350 W 11th Street, Bloomington, IN 47404 MoreLess Info
A craft brewery that makes a variety of beers including IPAs and wheat ales, Upland Brewing Co also features a full-service restaurant and bar area. The restaurant serves pub fare and a variety of vegetarian options.
0.5 Miles
100% 5 votes
Music Venue Indiana University 1211 East 7Th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405 MoreLess Info
Indiana University Auditorium is one of the premier cultural centers of the Midwest and remains the primary gathering place for community ceremonies, lectures and a range of performing arts. IAU also hosts important figures in government, science and the arts.
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73% 22 votes
Malls Bloomington, IN MoreLess Info
Spend a day at the Bloomington Antique Mall to find unique, one-of-a-kind treasures. With over 24,000 feet of floor space, it is worth a visit to find antiques, artwork, artisan-made crafts, and much more.
0.3 Miles
89% 9 votes
Specialty Museums 202 East 6th Street, Bloomington, IN MoreLess Info
With both rotating and permanent exhibits to browse, Monroe County History Center & Genealogy Library offers visitors a look at the region's history and culture. The permanent exhibit includes artifacts like a carriage, pioneer cabin, and agricultural tools.
0.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Movie Theaters 1213 E 7th Street, Bloomington, IN 47406 MoreLess Info
Featuring a wide range of genres, Indiana University Cinema provides the community of screenings of underground film, scientific documentaries, arthouse movies, foreign flicks, and more. The cinema hosts a midnight series with classic films shown at midnight.
2.8 Miles
Lazerlite Laser Tag is a laser tag facility and arcade. Lazerlite features a full size laser tag arena and offers a variety of laser tag formats. Visitors can also visit the in-house pizzeria and snack shop.
3.0 Miles
55% 31 votes
Children's Entertainment 108 N. Curry Pk, Bloomington, IN MoreLess Info
At Jump-N-Joey's the children can do plenty of things to become healthy and happy people – jumping, sliding and bouncing. Besides being open 24/7, it can also host birthday parties or other children's themed events.
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31% 26 votes
Pubs 1316 E 3rd Street, Bloomington, IN 47401 MoreLess Info
At Bear's Place, visitors can enjoy specialty drinks while watching a game of poker and listening to live music. On Mondays, the pub hosts an open mic night where visitors can practice their comedy routine for a live audience.
1.3 Miles
50% 4 votes
Bowling 1421 N Willis Drive, Bloomington, IN 47404 MoreLess Info
A 32-lane bowling center, Classic Bowling Lanes offers open and league bowling along with birthday party hosting. The center provides a pro shop, automatic scoring, shoe rental and a snack bar with food, drinks and adult beverages.
1.4 Miles
- 2 votes
Ice Skating 1965 S Henderson Street, Bloomington, IN 47401 MoreLess Info
A city owned and operated ice rink, the Frank Southern Center/Ice Arena is open seasonally between September and March. The arena hosts youth hockey leagues, offers open skating, and can be reserved for parties.
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