Free concert series coming to Downtown Bloomington

Posted on June 18, 2021
The concert series will consist of four free performances that will take place on July 24, July 31, August 14, and September 4. (Facebook/Downtown Bloomington IL)

 

By Neil Doyle

BLOOMINGTON – A new concert series is coming to Downtown Bloomington next month.

The Saturdays on the Square series will bring nationally touring acts to perform free, family-friendly concerts on the museum square from 6-10 p.m.

“I’m so excited about the upcoming concert events in Bloomington’s downtown,” said Bloomington City Manager Tim Gleason. “This partnership could not happen without the demand from the community, and partnerships with the Castle Theatre and The Pantagraph. Rory O’Connor with the Castle does a great job. Events downtown will only improve and increase!”

The concert series will consist of four free performances that will take place on July 24, July 31, August 14, and September 4.

Neil Doyle can be reached at [email protected]

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