Today
in Bloomington
Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Bloomington. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The 5th Bloomington Indiana Film Festival will be held April 3–4 at The Bishop Bar, 123 S. Walnut St. On April 3 guests enjoy food and drinks at 5:00 p.m. before screenings and awards begin at 6:30 p.m. and continue until 11:00 p.m. on April 4. The Herald-Times
- ➤ Monroe County History Center highlights Bloomington's past with displays including a Kodiak bear, an 1830s log cabin, and other artifacts. The museum at 202 E. Sixth St. welcomes visitors Tuesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. + features a rotating Revolutionary War exhibit that started on March 3. Indiana Daily Student
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students can explore four campus spots that offer hidden study areas and scenic breaks. The guide covers the Lilly Library Reading Room that needs advance reservations, the Cheshire Café open until midnight for treats, the Biology Greenhouse with guided tours, and the free IMU Solarium Patio for outdoor relaxation. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ An Indiana Daily Student guide spotlights IU’s iconic campus stops including Sample Gates, Herman B Wells statue, Showalter Fountain, the Cox Arboretum, and the Indiana Memorial Union to showcase traditions, art, and vibrant student life on campus. Indiana Daily Student
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Visitors have a guide to spending 48 hours in Bloomington that recommends scenic campus walkways, a visit to Dunn’s Woods and Cox Arboretum, local dining on Kirkwood and Fourth streets, and cultural stops at Buskirk-Chumley Theater (with frequent shows) and the Eskenazi Museum of Art. Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ A local guide highlights five Bloomington restaurants where affordable meals are on offer. Choices include a food truck on Kirkwood Ave serving döner kebabs, a Cajun Creole spot with half-orders, a bagel shop, a pizzeria with slices, and a taqueria on N. College Ave — each providing hearty dishes for modest prices. Indiana Daily Student
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Indiana Baseball rallied for a 7-2 win over Minnesota at Bart Kaufman Field Saturday. Graduate student left-handed pitcher Tony Neubeck allowed two earned runs in six innings as home runs in the fifth inning sparked the comeback (rematch Sunday at 12:30 p.m.). Indiana Daily Student
- ➤ Indiana wrestling closed its season with a 21st place finish at the NCAA Championships in Cleveland this weekend. The Hoosiers achieved their highest finish since 2010 & most dual wins since the 2016-17 season. Indiana Daily Student
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Twin Talk // Fractured Performance
6-9 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Experience an evening of innovative jazz from local talents Kyle Quass, Brendan Keller-Tuberg, and Julian Douglas.
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GRB Benefit Featuring Tipa Tipo and Amy O
5-8 p.m. — The Orbit Room — Check local listings for ticket prices — Enjoy a night of music benefiting the community with local artists Tipa Tipo and Amy O.
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Natalie Boeyink and IU JazzGirls Day Mentors Recital
7 p.m. — Ford-Crawford Hall — Reserve your seat now — Experience a breathtaking recital featuring Natalie Boeyink and talented IU JazzGirls Day mentors.
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Master’s Recital featuring Nina Royston
3 PM — Ford-Crawford Hall — Ticketed event — Experience the magic of live performing arts in a breathtaking recital by soprano Nina Royston.
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Master’s Recital featuring Reagan Martin, Soprano
5 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tickets required — Experience the magic of a breathtaking recital performed by a talented soprano.
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Mike Doughty Solo Tour
8-11 p.m. — The Bishop Bar — 18+ event — Experience stripped-down performances from the iconic voice of alternative music.
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Senior Recital Featuring Connor Shimbashi on Tuba
1 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tickets required — Experience the magic of live performance with Connor Shimbashi's tuba recital.
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Senior Recital – Eowyn Bakke, Horn
7 p.m. — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Ticket Purchase Required — Experience the enchanting sounds of Eowyn Bakke's horn recital in a breathtaking performance.
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Live @ The Orbit Room Featuring Garden Cinema
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Orbit Room — $13.60 — Enjoy a night of eclectic performances with Producing a Kind Generation and Garden Cinema.
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A Boogie Wit Da Hoodie Concert
8-9:30 p.m. — Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of vibrant hip-hop at this electrifying concert.
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