Welcome to Indiana University! This page is intended to be a helpful resource as your club travels to Bloomington.
Guide for Visiting Clubs
Need help?
The student leadership of each club is typically the main source of communication for event logistics. However, our staff is also here to assist you. In the event you need to contact Recreational Sports staff:
Bill Garrett Fieldhouse (GF)
(812) 855–5222
Student Recreational Sports Center (SRSC)
(812) 855–7772
Important polices to be aware of while visiting the Recreational Sports facilities include:
- Pets (other than service animals) are not permitted at outdoor fields, pool areas, or indoor facilities.
- Alcohol is not permitted on campus, which includes all Rec Sports indoor and outdoor facilities.
- No glass containers should be used at any outdoor or indoor facility.
- Smoking or other tobacco products are not permitted in any indoor/outdoor facility.
- Food and drinks (other than water) are not permitted inside our facilities or on artificial turf fields.
- Children (dependents under 18) must be accompanied and directly supervised by a parent or guardian.
- Visiting clubs/individuals are not permitted in activity areas other than the dedicated event location, with the exception of locker rooms and/or restrooms.
- Campus Recreational Sports will make decisions pertaining to field and weather conditions and reserves the right to close the facility and/or cancel activities at any time.
- All participants and spectators are expected to adhere to the Student Code of Rights, Responsibilities, and Conduct. Unsportsmanlike behavior towards opponents, officials, spectators or staff will not be tolerated.
- In the event of non-compliance, University Police will be called.
- Issues arising from visiting clubs/individuals may be reported to their university administration or sport governing body for possible further review.
We provide Risk Management First Responder services for all high risk sports, outdoor games or other large events hosted in Rec Sport facilities.
When Risk Management First Responders (RMFR) are present, the RMFR will be in charge of documentation and following Indiana University Recreational Sports Emergency Protocol.
BILL GARRETT FIELDHOUSE (GF), SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH (SPH) & WOODLAWN FIELD
1025 E. 7th Street, Bloomington, IN 47405
- Parking Garages: Parking is free in the parking garages from 6 p.m. Friday to 7 a.m. Monday.
- Hourly Parking: There are two pay lots off of 7th Street & Woodlawn, next to the School of Public Health.
- Alphabetical Zone Parking: CH and ST (non 24 hour) spaces are available to any vehicle, with or without a permit, from Friday at 5 p.m. until Sunday at 11 p.m. unless posted otherwise, and during breaks when classes are not in session.
- Street Parking: for residents only during posted times (see street signs for more information).
STUDENT RECREATIONAL SPORTS CENTER (SRSC)
1601 E. Law Lane, Bloomington, IN 47408
- SRSC Parking Lot: Pay lot during the week, but free on weekends. Weekdays: with a valid IU Parking Pass and validated ticket receive 2 hours free parking/day. Without an IU Parking Pass/Validated ticket, the fee is The fee will be $1.50 per half hour and $13.50 for all day.
- Alphabetical Zone Parking: There is a C lot across from the SRSC (access from 10th Street) that is free on the weekends after 5pm in the non 24 hour zones. Also the CH and ST (non 24 hour) spaces are available to any vehicle, with or without a permit, from Friday at 5 p.m. until Sunday at 11 p.m. unless posted otherwise, and during breaks when classes are not in session.
EVAN WILLIAMS FIELD
851 N. Range Road, Bloomington, IN 47408
- University Gym located next to Evan Williams Field: Free parking is available in this lot. For access, use 2989 E. 10th St, Bloomington, IN as the GPS/navigation address. The entrance will be on the north side of the road.
- Alphabetical Zone Parking: CH and ST (non 24 hour) spaces are available to any vehicle, with or without a permit, from Friday at 5 p.m. until Sunday at 11 p.m. unless posted otherwise, and during breaks when classes are not in session.
RECREATIONAL SPORTS FIELD COMPLEX (RSFC)
1200 N. Fee Lane, Bloomington, IN 47406
- Stadium Parking Lot: on the northwest corner of 17th St & N. Fee Lane. ST (non 24 hour) spaces in this lot are available to any vehicle, with or without a permit, from Friday at 5 p.m. until Sunday at 11 p.m. unless posted otherwise.
Additional Parking Information
Free Parking
Parking Facilities and Maps
Recreational Sports Parking
The following list is a sample of moderately priced hotels and dining options. The list was compiled with consideration for proximity to major roads and campus facilities. Businesses listed are not officially endorsed by Indiana University or the Department of Recreational Sports; they are only meant as suggestions.
Lodging Options
Holiday Inn Bloomington: (812) 334-3252
Super 8: (812) 671-0854
Quality Inn: (812) 323-2222
Hampton Inn: (812) 334-2100
Courtyard by Marriott: (812) 335-8000
Hilton Garden Inn: (812) 331-1335
Comfort Inn: (812) 650-0010
Hyatt Place: (812) 339-5950
SpringHill Suites by Marriott: (812) 337-7772
Home2 Suites by Hilton: (812) 668-5999
Dining Options
FARM Bloomington: (812) 323-0002
Trojan Horse: (812) 332-1101
BuffaLouie's: (812) 333-3030
Big Woods Bloomington: (812) 625-3493
Crazy Horse: (812) 336-8877
Bub's Burgers & Ice Cream: (812) 331-2827
Upland Brewing Co.: (812) 364-2337
Lennie's: (812) 323-2112
Mother Bear's Pizza: (812) 332-4495