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2021 Summer Arts in the Parks Series
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Arts in the Parks includes not only musical performances spanning the spectrum from classical to rock and everything in between, but also offers moonlight movies, food trucks, theatrical performances and much more! All programs are completely free of charge and open to the public. 

You can check the status of Arts in the Parks events during inclement weather by calling 952-563-8878 or visiting the Parks and Recreation Facebook page.


MONDAY MORNING KIDS SERIES

2023 Monday Arts Parks Montage

Wake up to Mondays at Moir Park and Valley View Playfield, June 5 - August 7, 2023 (no show July 3). Bring your family and friends alternating weeks at these two popular locations throughout the summer to enjoy music, dancing, magic, storytelling and much more! The fun begins at 10:30 a.m. and each show lasts approximately one hour. 

Jun
05
Monday, June 5, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in free kids entertainment at Moir Park, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jun
12
Monday, June 12, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in free kids entertainment at Valley View Playfield, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jun
19
Monday, June 19, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in free kids entertainment at Moir Park, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jun
26
Monday, June 26, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in free kids entertainment at Valley View Playfield, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jul
10
Monday, July 10, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in free kids entertainment at Moir Park, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jul
17
Monday, July 17, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in free kids entertainment at Valley View Playfield, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jul
24
Monday, July 24, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in kids entertainment at Moir Park, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Jul
31
Monday, July 31, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in kids entertainment at Valley View Playfield, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Aug
07
Monday, August 7, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in kids entertainment at Moir Park, starting at 10:30 a.m.
Aug
14
Monday, August 14, 2023 - 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Enjoy the finest in kids entertainment at Valley View Playfield, starting at 10:30 a.m.

TUESDAY PERFORMANCE SERIES

2023 Tuesday Arts Parks Montage

The sounds of summer echo throughout the Normandale Lake Bandshell area on select Tuesdays this summer when some of Bloomington’s best music and dance takes the stage. The Tuesday Performance series runs June 6 - August 8, 2023. Shows begin at 7 p.m. and are free and open to the public.

Jun
06
Tuesday, June 6, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.
Jun
13
Tuesday, June 13, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.
Jun
20
Tuesday, June 20, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.
Jun
27
Tuesday, June 27, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.
Jul
11
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.
Jul
18
Tuesday, July 18, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.
Jul
25
Tuesday, July 25, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.

MIDWEEK MUSIC AND MARKET

2023 Wednesday Arts Parks Montage

Midweek Music and Market offers top notch music, a mini farmers market, a beer garden, lawn games, and up to seven food trucks, making it one of the largest weekly food truck events in the area! It's everything you need to enjoy your Wednesday evenings in the summer in the Bloomington Civic Plaza east lot--the same location as the Saturday Farmers Market. The series runs July 12 - August 23, 2023 with market, food and beer sales open 5-8 p.m., and music performances beginning at 5:30 p.m.

Jul
12
Wednesday, July 12, 2023 - 5–8 p.m.
Jul
19
Wednesday, July 19, 2023 - 5–8 p.m.
Jul
26
Wednesday, July 26, 2023 - 5–8 p.m.
Aug
02
Wednesday, August 2, 2023 - 5–8 p.m.
Aug
09
Wednesday, August 9, 2023 - 5–8 p.m.
Aug
16
Wednesday, August 16, 2023 - 5–8 p.m.
Aug
23
Wednesday, August 23, 2023 - 5–8 p.m.

THURSDAY BLOCKBUSTERS SERIES

2023 Thursday Arts Parks Montage

The Thursday Blockbusters Series is part of our Evening Performance Series at Normandale Lake Bandshell. Throughout the summer we will be hosting some of the best entertainment in the Twin Cities as well as food vendors to handle your dinner plans. The Thursday Blockbusters run June 8 - August 10, 2023. Food and beer service opens at 6:30 p.m. and music begins at 7 p.m. 

Jun
08
Thursday, June 8, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Jun
15
Thursday, June 15, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Jun
29
Thursday, June 29, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Jul
13
Thursday, July 13, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Jul
20
Thursday, July 20, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Jul
27
Thursday, July 27, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Aug
03
Thursday, August 3, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.
Aug
10
Thursday, August 10, 2023 - 6:30–9:30 p.m.

SUNDAY FUNDAY

2023 Sunday Arts Parks Montage

New in 2023, Sunday Funday offers free family-friendly live music and food. This series is sure to be a fun way to spend summer afternoons in Bloomington. Events take place 4 - 6:30 p.m. at locations throughout the city. Look for a show at a neighborhood park near you June 18 - August 13.

Jun
18
Sunday, June 18, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
Sunday Funday heads to the historic Pond House June 18, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Jun
25
Sunday, June 25, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
Bloomington Civic Plaza hosts Sunday Funday June 25, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Jul
09
Sunday, July 9, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
CAE presents Shakespeare's Much Ado About Nothing at Normandale Bandshell, July 9, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Jul
16
Sunday, July 16, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
Sunday Funday offers musical theater at Bloomington Civic Plaza, July 16, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Jul
23
Sunday, July 23, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
Bounce to the beat at Wright's Lake Park during Sunday Funday, July 23, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Jul
30
Sunday, July 30, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
It's a Sunday Funday beach party at Bush Lake, July 30, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Aug
06
Sunday, August 6, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
Run to Running Park for the best in bluegrass at Sunday Funday, August 6, 4 - 6:30 p.m.
Aug
13
Sunday, August 13, 2023 - 4–6:30 p.m.
It's a Sunday Funday splash and dance at Westwood Park, August 13, 4 - 6:30 p.m.

PARKING


OTHER ARTS IN THE PARKS EVENTS

Enjoy these additional fun and inclusive Arts in the Parks activities. 

Jun
10
Saturday, June 10, 2023 - 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
Jun
21
Wednesday, June 21, 2023 - 7–8 p.m.
Jul
03
Monday, July 3, 2023 - 5–10:30 p.m.
Aug
26
Saturday, August 26, 2023 - 12–8 p.m.

BECOME A SPONSOR

This year we are presenting many great ways to become a part of the Arts in the Parks programs!  Learn more about each opportunity below and then for more information or to reserve your sponsorship opportunity, call Arts in the Parks at 952-563-8693.