# Poetry events in Bloomington, IL, Today and Upcoming Poetry events in Bloomington, IL

- **Subtitle**: All Poetry events in Bloomington, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Bloomington like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance
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## About

All Poetry events in Bloomington, Illinois. Here you can find more information about Upcoming events in Bloomington like parties, concerts, meets,shows, sports, club, reunion, Performance

## Events in Bloomington

- **Event Name**: From Bars to Barz
  - **Description**: Come out and hear the stories of individuals who have been impacted by the justice system told in a unique artistic fashion!  

You'll hear music, spoken word, theater fashion stories, as well as poems.  Food catered by A-Z catering!  Come out to get deep
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  - **Date**: Sun May 03 2026 at 03:00 pm – Sun May 03 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/from-bars-to-barz/200029893539453
  - **Venue**: McLean County Arts Center
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  - **Categories**: Art, Theatre
- **Event Name**: May Open Mic Poetry at Bobzbay Books!
  - **Description**: If you are looking for a laid back place to meet new friends, share your love of spoken word, or just listen to some great poetry, please join us at Bobzbay Books (419 N. Main St. Bloomington, IL) on Saturday, May 2nd from 4pm-5pm for our monthly Open Mic
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  - **Date**: Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sat May 02 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/may-open-mic-poetry-at-bobzbay-books/200029648698947
  - **Venue**: 419 N Main St, Bloomington, IL, United States, Illinois 61701
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art, open-mic, spoken-word
- **Event Name**: Harpe/En Sabah Nur/Only Love/Behold The Catalyst
  - **Description**: PFR Promotions Presents a Night of Pure Energy 

Featuring:

⚡ Harpe (Champaign/Urbana)
⚡ En Sabah Nur (BloNo)
⚡ Only Love (BloNo)
⚡ Behold the Catalyst 

Four bands. One stage. Zero excuses.

Harpe brings the intensity and high energy. En Sabah Nur retur
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  - **Date**: Sat Apr 25 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/harpe-en-sabah-nur-only-love-behold-the-catalyst/200029862198938
  - **Venue**: Meltdown Creative Works, Inc.
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- **Event Name**: 1st Grade Annual Poetry Cafe- Washington School
  - **Description**: Wolves!  Our 1st graders are hosting their annual Poetry Cafe!!  Join our first graders and their teachers for a morning of fun drinks, great poems, and some darling 1st graders, doing their very best reading!!

Please allow plenty of time to check in wit
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  - **Date**: Tue May 12 2026 at 10:00 am – Tue May 12 2026 at 10:45 am (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bloomington/1st-grade-annual-poetry-cafe-washington-school/200029892748508
  - **Venue**: 1201 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701-4243, United States
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  - **Categories**: art, literary-art

## Trending Events in Bloomington

- **Event Name**: Pop-Up Park Picnic: Couple Date Night (Self-Guided) - Bloomington Area
  - **Description**: Pop-Up Picnic in the Park Couple Date Nights (Self-Guided) Watch sunset with fun digital activities over picnic!About this Eventhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxgWuziXD5w  https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d40f462
  - **Venue**: Normandale Lake Park - Recommended Park Venue or another park choice (YOU MUST USE PDF TICKETS EMAILED FOR EVENT- NO MOBILE APP OR QR CODES ACCEPTED)
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- **Event Name**: 2026 AMPERS&ONE LIVE TOUR 'Born To Define'
  - **Description**: MINNEAPOLIS! K-pop boy group AMPERS&ONE are returning to the United States on their 2026 live tour ‘Born To Define’ with a FREE SHOW at Mall of America! This special performance is open to the public and will take place in the Huntington Bank Rotunda
  - **Venue**: Mall of America
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- **Event Name**: Purdue Boilermakers at Indiana Hoosiers Football at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at Purdue Boilermakers at Indiana Hoosiers Football at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Merchants Bank Field at
  - **Venue**: Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Ohio State Buckeyes at Indiana Hoosiers Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
🏠 Address: 1200 East Seventeenth Street, Bloomington, IN 47408
🌆 City: Bloomington
📍 Location: 39.1809, -86.5256🎉 Welcome to Ohio State Buckeyes at Indiana Hoosiers Football, where the im
  - **Venue**: Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Northwestern Wildcats at Indiana Hoosiers Football at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
  - **Description**: 🌟 Be part of history at Northwestern Wildcats at Indiana Hoosiers Football at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium, an extraordinary gathering that will captivate your imagination! 🏛️ The prestigious Merchants Bank Field at M
  - **Venue**: Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
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- **Event Name**: USC Trojans at Indiana Hoosiers Football
  - **Description**: 📍 Venue: Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
🏠 Address: 1200 East Seventeenth Street, Bloomington, IN 47408
🌆 City: Bloomington
📍 Location: 39.1809, -86.5256🎉 Prepare to be amazed at USC Trojans at Indiana Hoosiers Football, the mos
  - **Venue**: Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
- **Event Name**: Mac DeMarco Tickets
  - **Description**: Mac DeMarco is an indie rock artist celebrated for his laid-back “slacker rock” style, catchy melodies, and offbeat charm. His music blends dreamy guitar tones with introspective, often humorous lyrics. 🎸

#IndieRock #LoFi #DreamPop
  - **Venue**: First Avenue
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- **Event Name**: USC Trojans at Indiana Hoosiers Football at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
  - **Description**: 🎉 Prepare to be amazed at USC Trojans at Indiana Hoosiers Football at Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium, the most anticipated gathering of the season! 🌟 Set against the stunning backdrop of Merchants Bank Field at Memorial
  - **Venue**: Merchants Bank Field at Memorial Stadium
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- **Event Name**: Jake Owen, Kendell Marvel in Bloomington
  - **Description**: 🎶 Get Ready for Jake Owen Live at Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, April 30, 2026! 🎶
This is not just a concert—it's a moment you'll talk about for years. Jake Owen is set to light up Blooming
  - **Venue**: Bloomington Center for the Performing Arts
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## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Bloomington?
  - **A:** From Bars to Barz (Sun May 03 2026 at 03:00 pm at McLean County Arts Center), May Open Mic Poetry at Bobzbay Books! (Sat May 02 2026 at 04:00 pm at 419 N Main St, Bloomington, IL, United States, Illinois 61701), Harpe/En Sabah Nur/Only Love/Behold The Catalyst (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Meltdown Creative Works, Inc.), 1st Grade Annual Poetry Cafe- Washington School (Tue May 12 2026 at 10:00 am at 1201 E Washington St, Bloomington, IL 61701-4243, United States).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Bloomington this weekend April 24–26, 2026?
  - **A:** Harpe/En Sabah Nur/Only Love/Behold The Catalyst (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Meltdown Creative Works, Inc.).
- **Q**: What events are happening in Bloomington in April 2026?
  - **A:** Harpe/En Sabah Nur/Only Love/Behold The Catalyst (Sat Apr 25 2026 at 07:00 pm at Meltdown Creative Works, Inc.).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Bloomington?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Bloomington on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Bloomington?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Bloomington?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Bloomington include McLean County Arts Center, 419 N Main St, Bloomington, IL, United States, Illinois 61701, Meltdown Creative Works, Inc..
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Bloomington?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Bloomington include Candice Byrd, Bobzbay Books, PFR Promotions.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Bloomington?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Bloomington.

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