Enjoyable site, though seats are a bit close. Always clean…read more Bathroom is small for number of people, but again kept clean. Seating is fast and enough help to get everyone to their seats. If I recall, no issues with people in front, enough height to see over them, but right next and not easy to get out of seats, without people standing and stepping back. Almost no room for coats (many do not check), but floors very clean, so can be placed on floor

I've lived in the area for 25 years and recently was the first time I had ever been to the Ames…read moreCenter. We saw a cover band of Queen songs. I'm so glad I was finally able to experience this venue. Parking is easy with free ramp and street parking next door to the theatre. Our seats were right in the middle of the center section. The steepness of the seats was great in that the person in front of you never blocks your view. Drinks were available for purchase and you can bring them to your seat. Staff was super friendly. It felt a little odd to see a 'Queen' concert in a theatre when I felt people should be up dancing and singing but the band did a good job of engaging the audience and the last few songs got the crowd on their feet. Nice experience.

Ten minutes well spent Might not be great most the time…read moreBut it is great now This review is not so much for the Bloomington Center for the Arts (not Bloomington Art Center as Yelp has it listed), but for the current exhibit that they have going on right now featuring the artwork of Thomas Fluharty. I actually probably spent more than ten minutes there. Call it twenty. If you are older than 30, you have probably seen some of his work at one time or another in your life. It has been featured on numerous magazine covers. Usually, caricatures of political figures seen on the front of Time, U.S. News & World Report, etc. He has also had work published in Mad Magazine and other periodicals. Much of his stuff will definitely give you a chuckle. My only complaint about the exhibit is there was not a ton of stuff in it. Just one smallish room with maybe fifty or so pieces and many of those being sketches and not paintings. In addition to the caricatures, there were many pieces featuring dogs, religious work and a few other odds and ends. If you are interested in drawing yourself, he will be teaching a class at the Center in August. Per his Wikipedia page, he currently resides in Minnesota.

Our first visit to this grand theatre marked by grand pillars and a bright facade off Old Shakopee…read moreRoad. The Bloomington Chorale presented the Shining-holiday show. Plenty of parking; grand entry where City Council meets; grand theatre and perfect ambiance. The theatre two levels and helpful guides and greeters. Restrooms main lobby and a sizable venue I could not tell if there were other auditoriums but it was very accommodating. More concerts in the future!

We recently used The Mystery Cafe for our annual corporate meeting. It was an absolute blast!…read more From start to finish, it was an engaging and interactive experience that kept everyone entertained. The performers did a fantastic job blending humor and audience participation, making it an unforgettable night. Brian, the actors, along with the staff at the Sheraton in Bloomington worked so well together, you would have thought they were one! If your looking for a unique and lively event for a group I highly recommend!

We recently used the Mystery Cafe for our client appreciation event and I must say that we were…read morevery pleasantly entertained! We had had a terrible experience trying to deal with a different company originally and we ended up having to find another company and I am so so glad we found the Mystery Cafe. First off, Brian, who is the owner, was just fantastic all around, responsive, accommodating, kind, and organized. The night of the actual performance, I did not feel nervous at all, he and I had communicated multiple times and also already tested all of the electronics weeks prior to the event, it went off without a hitch. It was fun because it did require audience participation, but it was not too high pressure and they made the atmosphere just so light and exciting and it was FUNNY! There was so much humor and I found myself laughing a lot more than I had thought that I would. 10/10 would recommend. They came to our event, there were 3 actors and I must say, I think that the cost was very fair and reasonable. Great time!

Decades Dance Party 2/7/26 with DJ Shane Kramer was a blast! Dance floor is right-sized, intimate…read morewithout overcrowding, with DJ on stage, taking song requests. Music videos on large screen added to the fun. Very welcoming vibe, for all adult age groups. With a comedy show next door, this venue offers something for everyone. Free surface lot parking behind the building made visiting a breeze, unlike downtown.

Halloween 2024 - Service at bar was top notch. Ambiance was…read morestellar. Bathroom was clean.

I love these guys. They are very talented and entertaining musicians. I would definitely go see…read morethem again!

From the owner: Fiddle and Flannels is a talented ensemble of musicians who specialize in delivering a captivating…read moreblend of classic country and lively Irish jigs. With their infectious energy and mastery of their instruments, they'll transport you to a world of heartwarming melodies and foot-stomping rhythms. Whether you're seeking to enliven a wedding reception, add an authentic flair to a corporate event, or simply enjoy a night of unforgettable music, Fiddle and Flannels is your go-to choice for an unforgettable musical experience

I am sure I really can't add to all the thoughtful superlatives heaped upon this MN landmark…read more Basically, it is all true. Incredible Art Deco interior that will occupy your mind while you are waiting in quiet desperation for the act you came to see. Beer, wine and a limited bar offers the patrons something to enjoy your event with. The audio is generally pretty good, depending on where you sit. The same goes for event viewing - no obstructive view in the theater.

Recently came here to see Purple Rain. Felt familiar... later on I realized I seen Miguel in…read moreconcert here years ago. The theatre itself is nice, has an old charm to it. The seats are extremely tight, not much leg room and a bit uncomfortable after a while. I feel like the guides weren't very helpful at getting people to their seats. I I'm still not sure where they label the sections, I had to ask several people and that made some other people realize they were in the wrong seats/section. The lobby opens 1 hr before the show but the doors to be seated don't open until 30 min prior. I suggest getting there 15-20 min before the show starts for smoother entry. You will still have time to grab a drink and find your seats without the hassle of the pre show crowd. It was so chaotic. The drinks are spendy for what you get but they don't take tips so I guess it somewhat evens out. You can request a lid for your drink which for me is a must in these crowded spaces. Not my fav theatre but the if there's a play I'd like to see, I'd go here!

We went there for my 86th birthday. Had dinner at steakhouse and it was delicious…read more I had 14 oz lobster which was excellent but it wasn't 14 ozs. Maybe uncooked it was. , but still delicious.i also had mushrooms and hash browns,again were delicious. Everyone at our table loved the food. I ordered creme bulee for my birthday and that was so good. The casino gave me a small piece of cake and that was good. I can't say enough about food, it all was good plus I won on penny machines after dinner! Service was excellent.It is a little pricey but if you are saving ,order one order and split..portions are big

I recently hosted my board retreat at Mystic and it was such a great time!…read more Leading up to the retreat the staff was super helpful and had everything setup upon arrival of about 25 people. We stayed for 2 nights, used on if their board rooms and had a dinner at the steakhouse. The rooms were spacious with nice views. We were thoroughly impressed with the steakhouse dinner. With a large group of 20 people the service can be unpredictable but our service was amazing! We order countless appetizers, bottles of wine, drinks and desserts. I got a steak and the sweet potato. Let me say that it was the largest sweet potato that I've ever seen! Our $2k bill was well worth it!!

This is such a great space to see a local production done by kids. There isn't a bad seat in the…read moretheater. If you have toddlers, they have booster seats available to use, just ask. The tickets are reasonably priced and you can usually get one last minute of needed. The staff are really helpful and friendly in my experience. The seats are comfortable and there really isn't a bad spot to sit in order to have a great view of the stage. Parking is all street parking, so it can be a challenge on a busy night to find a close spot. After the shows I've been to, the actors all line up to say hello and sign your program. It is fun to congratulate them and say great work!

We LOVE the Stages Theatre! The 1st show we went to was Maltida and my older son loved it and we…read morehave been taking our two boys (ages 6 & 3) to shows since then. Great plays with mostly children actors/actresses tailored for kids. The cast also does meet and greets after the shows - my kids love getting to meet them! Madagascar today was our 4th show and we went a group of almost 40 people. The group discount rate is amazing and it's fun to go enjoy a show with a group of friends. FREE parking ramp super close to the Stages Theatre which is very nice. They also have lap child passes for $5/kid (age 4 and under) for younger kids who want to sit in the lap of an adult vs having their own seats. Highly recommend checking out shows here!

A variety of dance and classes offered here, including Zumba! I've been here a few times when my…read moregym was closed or when my gym didn't have Zumba classes...and really wanted to do Zumba...since I'm a Zumba freak! I LOVE, LOVE, Zumba! Drop-in classes are reasonably priced at $5 a class...AWESOME!

This place really does have good energy. Good Vibes. Maybe all the nuns who meditated on social…read morejustice when it was a convent before it transformed created a vortex of thoughtful energy when walking in. I guess it just feels a little too uptight for five stars, but overall a wonderful place. (It might just be me that is uptight. I can't tell.) Maybe it's because there are a lot of children and so many different things going on. I went to a dance class and sound therapy and would come back again.