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A Beloved Bloomington Tradition
Join us for one of Bloomington’s most cherished traditions--St. Boni’s Fall Festival! Held annually on the first Saturday after Labor Day, this outdoor celebration brings together thousands of neighbors, friends, and families for a day filled with joy, connection, and community spirit.
For 54 years, Saint Bonaventure has hosted this community festival as a joyful expression of hospitality. We’re proud to welcome everyone for a day full of festival fun! The day begins with a lively parade! Then, explore our festival grounds to:
Come hungry—our food is a festival favorite! From Vietnamese egg rolls made in our church kitchen to fresh-cut fries, grilled burgers, and our famous pork chops, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. We’ll close the day with a beautiful Mass of Thanksgiving. Join Our Parade | 10 a.m.
Kick off the day with a colorful showcase of local spirit! Marching bands, llovable llamas, and YOU! Dream up creative costumes, show off a talent or decorate your favorite mode of transportation! No need to pre-register, just come to our parking lot on the north side (off of 90th street) to line up at 9:30 a.m.
30th Annual Car Show | 7 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Admire over 300 classic cars, trucks, and hot rods (’79 and older) from across the region. Whether you're a car enthusiast or just love a good stroll through chrome and color, this is a must-see for car lovers of all ages! Live Music
Enjoy a full lineup of music and performances throughout the day:
New This Year!
Breakfast with the Bittners | 7 – 11 a.m. Start your day with a hearty breakfast hosted by Parish Administrator Jim Bittner and his family. Enjoy breakfast burritos, sausage, hashbrowns, coffee, and juice while watching the classic cars roll in. Boni Booth: Faith & Fun for the Whole Family Celebrate faith in action with hands-on activities and joyful moments:
Zumba with Ela | 3 – 3:45 p.m. Join Richfield resident and instructor Ela Gonzalez for a fun and upbeat Zumba session on our dance floor! Ela teaches Zumba at the Richfield Community Center Mondays from 6–7 p.m. Raffle | $5 per Ticket
Win big while supporting our parish! Purchase tickets from your favorite Saint Bonaventure friend or in the Parish Office. Drawing: Saturday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m. 
Mass of Thanksgiving | 7 p.m.
Join us for a beautiful Mass to close the day, giving thanks for our community, our blessings, and the joy we’ve shared. Get Involved
It takes more than 400 volunteers—and a whole lot of heart—to make this festival a success. There are so many ways to share your gifts:
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Photo by Dave Hrbacek, The Catholic Spirit
Photo by Dave Hrbacek, The Catholic Spirit
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