The best things to do in Bloomington

19 things to do we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Kids' soccer club offering team play as well as summer camps on multiple fields.

7702 S Arlington Ave (Indianapolis)

Kids' soccer club offering team play as well as summer camps on multiple fields.

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Straightforward accommodations in a relaxed golf resort offering buffet dining, a pro shop & a gym.

6002 N Post Rd (Indianapolis)

Straightforward accommodations in a relaxed golf resort offering buffet dining, a pro shop & a gym.

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Community-centric country club offering a challenging golf course, a junior swim program, and event space.

6098 Fall Creek Rd (Indianapolis)

Community-centric country club offering a challenging golf course, a junior swim program, and event space.

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Brickyard Crossing

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Brickyard Crossing has tee times waiting, a Golf Academy to tune up your swing, and a restaurant to celebrate whatever just happened out…

4400 W 16th St (Indianapolis)

Brickyard Crossing has tee times waiting, a Golf Academy to tune up your swing, and a restaurant to celebrate whatever just happened out there. Call up your foursome and make this the week you trade scrolling for strolling fairways.

From the Indianapolis newsletter, August 3, 2026

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The Bishop Bar

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Bar offering live entertainment, including music and poetry slams, plus beer, and cocktails.

123 S Walnut St

Bar offering live entertainment, including music and poetry slams, plus beer, and cocktails.

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Forest, 40-acre park boasting over 130 outdoor sculptures carved from iron and aluminum.

6764 N Tree Farm Rd (Solsberry)

Forest, 40-acre park boasting over 130 outdoor sculptures carved from iron and aluminum.

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Indie. and Hollywood flicks in a comfortable setting featuring food, wine and beer.

745 E 9th St Ste 810 (Indianapolis)

Indie. and Hollywood flicks in a comfortable setting featuring food, wine and beer.

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Golfing facility offering 9 holes, some of which are challenging.

10751 Brookville Rd (Indianapolis)

Golfing facility offering 9 holes, some of which are challenging.

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Golf-themed venue featuring multiple hitting bays for simulator games and a restaurant serving comfort eats.

1415 Drover St (Indianapolis)

Golf-themed venue featuring multiple hitting bays for simulator games and a restaurant serving comfort eats.

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Public 9-hole golf course featuring tree-lined fairways, ponds, and wildlife.

3825 Foltz St (Indianapolis)

Public 9-hole golf course featuring tree-lined fairways, ponds, and wildlife.

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Tibbs Drive-In

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Classic seasonal drive-in movie theater shows double features & hosts flea markets on weekends.

480 S Tibbs Ave (Indianapolis)

Classic seasonal drive-in movie theater shows double features & hosts flea markets on weekends.

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Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.

219 8702 Keystone Crossing (Indianapolis)

Movie theater screening new releases as well as independent, foreign & avant-garde flicks.

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Driving range with 12 tees & 18-hole mini-golf with natural grass & sand plus a picnic area.

5955 Terrace Ave (Indianapolis)

Driving range with 12 tees & 18-hole mini-golf with natural grass & sand plus a picnic area.

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Golfers of all skill levels can enjoy this well-maintained course that's walkable with undulating greens.

2901 S Keystone Ave (Indianapolis)

Golfers of all skill levels can enjoy this well-maintained course that's walkable with undulating greens.

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Adventure-activity chain venue where groups explore the forest canopy via a treetop rope course.

5855 Delong Rd (Indianapolis)

Adventure-activity chain venue where groups explore the forest canopy via a treetop rope course.

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Sahm Golf Course

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Par-70 golf course featuring tree-lined fairways, a driving range & private instruction.

6801 E 91st St (Indianapolis)

Par-70 golf course featuring tree-lined fairways, a driving range & private instruction.

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Putt-putt course with a pirate theme offers 18 holes for all ages, plus party packages.

3421 E 96th St (Indianapolis)

Putt-putt course with a pirate theme offers 18 holes for all ages, plus party packages.

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Golfers can play at this public course just 2 miles from downtown Indianapolis.

1800 W 18th St (Indianapolis)

Golfers can play at this public course just 2 miles from downtown Indianapolis.

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Smock Golf Course

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Standard public course offering practice facilities, a pro shop & a bar & grill.

3910 County Line Rd (Indianapolis)

Standard public course offering practice facilities, a pro shop & a bar & grill.

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