Arts in the Parks

 For events taking place at Normandale Lake Bandshell, view the parking map below. 

2025 performer application is now closed. 

Check back early next year to apply to perform at Arts in the Parks 2026.

Perform at Arts in the Parks 2025!

If you would like to apply to be considered as a performer at an Arts in the Parks or other special event this summer, please click the button below and complete the Arts in the Parks Performer Inquiry Form.  

Arts in the Parks Performer Inquiry Form  (closed)

Note: A large number of performance inquiries are received annually and the selection process can take some time. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis and you will be contacted if there is an opening we would like to discuss with you. 

Thank you for your interest in performing at Bloomington Parks and Recreation's Arts in the Parks!

Serve guests as a food and/or beverage vendor during Arts in the Parks!  

If you would like to apply to be considered as a food vendor at an Arts in the Parks or other special event this summer, please click the button below and complete the Arts in the Parks Food Truck Inquiry Form. 

Arts in the Parks Food Truck Inquiry Form

Thank you for your interest in mobile food service at Bloomington Parks and Recreation's Arts in the Parks! 

Monday Morning Kids Series: $500/event

• Organization name and/or logo featured on event signage on day of event.
• Your organization will be promoted in press releases (if applicable), on city website, in email blasts and on social media.

Tuesday Performance Series: $500/event

• Organization name and/or logo featured on event signage on day of event.
• Your organization will be promoted in press releases (if applicable), on city website, in email blasts and on social media.

Midweek Music and Market: $1,000/event

• Organization name and/or logo featured on event signage on day of event.
• Your organization will be promoted in press releases (if applicable), on city website, in email blasts and on social media.

Thursday Blockbuster Series: $1,000/event

• Organization name and/or logo featured on event signage on day of event.
• Your organization will be promoted in press releases (if applicable), on city website, in email blasts and on social media.

Sunday Funday Series: $500/event

• Organization name and/or logo featured on event signage on day of event.
• Your organization will be promoted in press releases (if applicable), on city website, in email blasts and on social media.

Kites and Bites
Valley View Playfields
90th Street East and Portland Avenue South
June 7, 2025, 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Each $500 sponsorship offers: 

• Organization name and/or logo featured on event signage on day of event.
• Your organization will be promoted in press releases (if applicable), on city website, in email blasts and on social media.