Bloomington, Ind. ~ Bloomington, Ind. - As Independence Day approaches, the city of Bloomington is gearing up for a weekend full of community traditions and festivities. Residents and visitors alike can look forward to a variety of activities including outdoor recreation, local food, live music, and family-friendly events. Best of all, most of these activities are free and open to the public.

The celebrations will kick off on July 4 at the Bloomington Community Farmers' Market, located outside Bloomington City Hall on 401 N. Morton St. From 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., attendees can peruse locally grown produce, meats, flowers, and baked goods while enjoying food from local vendors and live music by talented local performers.

At 9 a.m., the annual Fourth of July Parade will begin at the Monroe County Courthouse on 100 W. Kirkwood Ave., followed by a concert by the Bloomington Community Band. The parade route will take participants south on College Avenue, east on Kirkwood Avenue, and north on Walnut Street before ending at the intersection of 10th Street and Walnut Street.

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However, in case of extreme weather conditions that may pose a safety risk, both the band performance and parade may be delayed or cancelled. For updates on any schedule changes or cancellations, individuals can call 812-349-3754.

To accommodate these events, several streets including Morton Street, College Avenue, Walnut Street, and portions of Kirkwood Avenue will be closed starting at 7 a.m. on July 4 for parade staging and operations. Additionally, surface parking lots surrounding the Market will be used for parade staging and will not be available for Market customer parking. Visitors can still access the Market from Rogers Street or via foot or bicycle using the B-Line Trail.

For those driving to the festivities, street parking as well as parking in designated garages will be free on July 4. These include the Morton Street Garage on 220 N. Morton St., the Fourth Street Garage on 105 W. 4th St., and the Trades District Garage on 489 W. 10th St. Accessible parking for the Farmers' Market can be found on the west side of City Hall, with directional signage to guide visitors to accessible parking and market entrances.

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Aside from the parade and market, there are plenty of other ways to enjoy the Fourth of July weekend in Bloomington. Cool off after the parade at Bryan Park Pool or Mills Pool, both offering free admission from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. The Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad at Switchyard Park will also be open for free water play from 10 a.m. until 8 p.m.

In case of inclement weather, individuals can call the Splash & Skate Hotline at 812-349-3741 to check if Bryan Park Pool, Mills Pool, and the Community Foundation Switchyard Plaza Spray Pad are open.

For those looking for more outdoor activities, Griffy Lake offers boat rentals and hiking trails while Cascades Golf Course is open for a round of golf. Fitness enthusiasts can also head to Twin Lakes Recreation Center for a workout.

The celebrations will continue on July 5 at Bryan Park with back-to-back musical performances by Big Dog and the Jason Wells Band starting at 5:30 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy an evening of live music in the park.

From cheering on the parade to swimming with friends or enjoying live music, Bloomington has something for everyone this Fourth of July weekend. So come out and celebrate Independence Day close to home in this vibrant community filled with fun activities and traditions.

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