114 E Kirkwood Ave,
Bloomington, IN 47408
Box Office: 812-323-3020, ext 1
Hours: Tue. thru Fri. 11am to 5pm | Sat. 12pm to 5pm
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About Buskirk-Chumley Theater | Bloomington, IN

Box Office: 812-323-3020, ext 1
Main: 812-323-3020

Getting Around the Venue

114 E Kirkwood Ave,
Bloomington, IN 47408
Hours: Tue. thru Fri. 11am to 5pm | Sat. 12pm to 5pm
Doors: 1 hour before showtime

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Frequently Asked Questions About Buskirk-Chumley Theater | Bloomington, IN

What are the age restrictions at this venue?

Buskirk-Chumley Theatre is typically an all-ages venue. However, some content may not be appropriate for children. For information on program content, please email boxoffice@buskirkchumley.org

What’s the parking situation like?

The city’s parking meters are enforced 8am to 9pm, Monday–Saturday, but street and parking lot parking is free on Sundays and city holidays. Rates are $1/hour.

Lot 1 – Dunn St. & E. 4th St. (just off of Restaurant Row)
Lot 3 – E. 4th St. & Washington St. (behind the Buskirk-Chumley Theater)
Lot 5 – E. 6th St. & Lincoln St. (across from the Monroe County Public Library)
Lot 6 – E. 3rd St. & Washington St. (behind the Bloomington Police Department)
Parking Garages
Parking in public garages is enforced 24/7 excluding Sundays and city holidays. The current rate for all garages is $0.50/hour.

4th Street Garage – 105 W 4th St
Entrance on 4th St between Walnut St and College Ave, a two-minute walk from the theater
Morton Street Garage – 220 N Morton St
Entrance on Morton St between 6th St and 7th St, a five-minute walk from the theater
Walnut Street Garage – 302 N Walnut St
Entrance on Walnut St between 7th St & 8th St, a five-minute walk from the theater

What is the camera/photo policy for this venue?

The policy for photos will vary depending on the event. Sometimes photos and video are fine to take throughout the show, other times an artist requests that photos and video are only taken for the first few songs of the performance, and still for other events the policy might be no photos and video at all. Please check out the photo policy signs posted outside of the auditorium doors night of show to familiarize yourself with the current policy. Note that flash photography is never allowed.

Is there food and drink at this venue?

The concessions counter is located in the lobby of the theater. We offer popcorn, candy, water, and sodas, as well as alcohol for those 21+. Beer and spirits are provided by Upland Brewing Company and Cardinal Spirits, proud sponsors of the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.

Concessions currently accepts Card Sales Only-No Cash

View seating maps for this venue

To the view seating char for Buskirk-Chumley, please click HERE.

Do you offer ADA, handicap or special needs options?

Accessible seating is available on the theater’s orchestra level (main level), including an area for four wheelchairs. Friends and family of patrons using wheelchairs will generally be seated directly in front of or behind the wheelchair seating area. Four additional aisle seats with flip-up arms are available for patrons who prefer to move from a wheelchair to a stationary seat or for others who might find seating easier with a flip-up arm. Wheelchair seating should be discussed during your ticket purchase; these purchases cannot be made online. Doors to the auditorium usually open 30 minutes before the performance begins but if you need early access to your seat for any reason, an usher will be happy to assist you.

Booster seats are also available for our younger patrons. Please ask a volunteer or staff person for assistance if you would like to use one.

Where is the box office located?

The Box Office is located at the main entrance to the theatre off of Kirkwood.

I lost something at the show. Who do I contact?

If after visiting the theater you realize that you are missing a personal item, please call the Box Office at 812-323-3020, ext 1.

What is your refund policy?

There are no refunds or exchanges for ticket purchases.

Beware of counterfeit tickets. How do I tell if my ticket is valid?

Buskirk-Chumley uses their own ticketing provider. All valid tickets will be issued through them. Customers are discouraged against purchasing tickets from the secondary ticket market and should do so at your own risk. If you would like to check the validity of a ticket please contact boxoffice@buskirkchumley.org

View Health and Safety Procedures

Proof of vaccination and masking are not currently required at the Buskirk-Chumley Theater.