St. Louis Cardinals Caravan Returns to Bloomington in January 2025

St. Louis Cardinals Caravan 2025

The St. Louis Cardinals Caravan is coming back to Bloomington!

Join Cumulus Radio Bloomington at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel (10 Brickyard Dr. in Bloomington) on Saturday, January 18th starting at 4:30pm. Come out and experience the Cardinals Caravan!

Entry into the Cardinals Caravan is FREE for everyone.

Bring cash to purchase raffle tickets for your chance to win Cardinals swag. All proceeds from the raffle will benefit the Illinois State Universaity Baseball Team.

Join us as we talk baseball, meet current players, alumni, and broadcasters! There will be autographs for kids and fun for all Cardinals fans.

Check back soon for the lineup of players, alumni, and more coming to Bloomington, IL!

Click Here for specific details for each city.

St. Louis Cardinals Caravan 2025

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