Bloomington Boogies features acclaimed musicians, dancers, and refreshments. With free and ticketed performances and free educational components, the festival has been voted one of the top 10 festivals in Indiana! The festival began in 2015 and took place annually until it was interrupted in 2020 and 2021 by Covid-19. The festival's mission is to present world-class performers in Bloomington and to introduce young people to the artists and to various musical styles through free educational activities.