BLOOMINGTON – Weather permitting, the City of Bloomington will reopen Kirkwood Avenue to vehicle traffic and parking on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, marking the conclusion of this year’s closure.
During the season, portions of Kirkwood Avenue were converted into pedestrian-friendly spaces for outdoor dining, walking, and local events. The following blocks will reopen to vehicles and regular parking on November 12:
100 block
400 and 500 blocks
The 300 block of East Kirkwood Avenue, which includes the Monroe County Public Library, reopened earlier on October 3. Regular traffic and parking operations will resume on all affected blocks beginning November 12.
To keep supporting downtown businesses as the season shifts, the City will again offer free parking on metered streets during sel

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