Bloomington-Normal’s central location is one of its greatest competitive advantages—it truly sits at the crossroads of Illinois and the broader Midwest. With access to three major interstates, direct Amtrak service to Chicago and St. Louis, and a regional airport offering connections to key hubs like Chicago, Atlanta, and Dallas-Fort Worth, the destination is exceptionally easy to reach for teams, officials, and spectators alike.
Bloomington at a Glance
- Hotel Rooms
- 3,500
- Hotel Tax Rate
- 12 percent in Bloomington;14 percent in Normal
- Major Facilities
- Champions Field features up to 10 diamonds
- Hancock Stadium at Illinois State University is a 15,000-seat football stadium
- CEFCU Arena at Illinois State University is a 10,200-seat multipurpose arena
- Shirk Center at Illinois Wesleyan University hosts basketball, volleyball, wrestling, and track
- Grossinger Motors Arena offers two sheets of ice
- Contact
Bloomington-Normal Area Sports Commission, visitbn.org/sports.
