Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of June.
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🏘️ Community
The City of Bloomington and community partners invite residents to attend the free 2026 Juneteenth Celebration on Friday, June 19 at Switchyard Park.
The event will run from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and feature live performances (matinee at 12:30 p.m.), food trucks and local vendors.
🎭 Culture
Spirit of '68 and Better Distractions have announced concerts at The Bishop.
Oscar Lindsey and James Eichman will headline the July 31 show at 9 p.m. while other events (18+) feature acts on June 15, June 21, July 2, July 22 and Aug. 7.
Bryson Tiller announced his 2026 Neo Trapsoul Tour with special guests Majid Jordan+Ty Dolla $ign+Austin Millz.
The 61-date tour will span North America and beyond, and he will perform in Noblesville on Oct. 2 with tickets starting at $79.
📰 Real Estate
Bloomington’s RDC accepted city council conditions + cleared staff to pursue plats and permits for the Hopewell South project.
Three western lots are set for construction, with builders to be selected by late summer and homes under roof before year’s end, while infrastructure is completed by spring.
🏈 Sports
Football coach Curt Cignetti, who led the Hoosiers to their first national championship, is on the cover of EA Sports' College Football 27+ as shared on X.
The full game reveal is tomorrow, June 4, at 8 p.m.
🎉 Bloomington Events
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Strawberry Shortcake Festival
All day — Switchyard Park Pavilion — $9 Strawberry Shortcakes and $5 Hot Dog Specials — Indulge in sweet treats and family-friendly fun at this local festival.
Tales of Ambergrove at Nexus Convergence
10 AM - 6 PM — Bloomington Convention Center — Free entry — Explore video games, TTRPGs, and unique vendors at this exciting game-themed convention.
Greg Mendez at The Bishop
9-11 p.m. — The Bishop — 18+ — Experience the poignant alt-pop sounds of Greg Mendez with tracks from his latest album, 'Beauty Land'.
Bill Monroe Bean Blossom Bluegrass Festival 2026
June 17-20 — Bill Monroe Music Park & Campground — Tickets sold separately — Experience top bluegrass performances with legendary artists and local talent.
Captured - Journey Tribute
Evening — The Bluebird — $10 — Enjoy an entertaining night with Captured, the ultimate Journey tribute band belting out classic hits.
Indiana University Summer String Academy
N/A — June 20 – July 18 — Indiana University Jacobs School of Music — Tuition required — Intensive training for young string musicians at a top music school.
Bloomington Contra Dance
7:30 – 9:30 p.m. — Harmony School — Sliding scale donation from $3 to $20 — Enjoy a community dance experience that promotes safety and inclusion.
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