Things to Do in Bloomington, MN: Events Today & This Weekend

Bloomington is in Hennepin County, part of the Twin Cities region of Minnesota, with a population of about 87,398. This page gathers everything Minnesota Headquarters lists within about 12 miles of Bloomington: 170 upcoming events, 304 attractions, 65 trails, 6 campgrounds and 2,512 places to eat. Counts and dates update automatically as listings change.

Coming up near Bloomington: Closer to Indigo (Oct 30, Lakeville), Shakopee Sabers Football vs. Park: Class 6A Playoffs (Oct 30, Shakopee) and ValleyScare at Valleyfair (Oct 30, Shakopee). The full list, with free and family-friendly picks marked, is further down the page.

Places to see include Normandale Japanese Garden, Bloomington Historical Museum, The Works and Minnesota Masonic Heritage Center. For a walk or a hike, the closest trails listed are Bluff Trail · Parkers Picnic Grounds, Lake Trail · Hyland Lake Park Reserve and North Trail · Hyland Lake Park Reserve. Campers have Lebanon Hills Campground and Basswood sites 12-14 nearby.

Local spots to eat on the list include Nine Mile Brewing Company, Snuffy's Malt Shop and 98 Pounds Buffet. Nearby towns to pair with a visit: Richfield (3 mi), Edina (5 mi), Burnsville (5 mi) and Savage (5 mi).

Every listing links to its own page with details, a map and the official website where we have one. Seasons, hours and prices change, so check the organizer or the venue before you go, and tell us if something is out of date.