This weekend in Bloomington: Bug Fest, Mad Max, WFHB block party

Bloomington is giving us reasons to laugh this weekend, whether it's at a standup comedy show, from the surprise of a 3D movie , the thrill of getting close to a creepy crawly or the exuberance of a block party . Be brave, leave your house and let your joy shine this weekend by taking in live music, connecting with your community or sitting back to watch the action.

Laurie Kilmartin brings GenX standup to Comedy Attic

Comedian Laurie Kilmartin went viral in 2020 and again in 2022 for her biting commentary on current events, which often involves "finding the silly side of serious topics." The Conan writer, book author and podcaster's 2024 standup special, released in January and marketed as "proof that not every Gen X standup has morphed into an alt-right grump," is available on AppleTV, Amazon Prime and YouTube.

Kilmartin will be on the Comedy Attic stage for four shows, 7 and 9:15 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Tickets are $16 for students and $20 general admission at https://www.comedyattic.com/events/94456 .

A dystopian future in your face at IU Cinema

Get back in the armored truck with Furiosa and Max as they race through the Wasteland and off the screen at IU Cinema's showing of "Mad Max Fury Road in 3D." The film won six Oscars and remains one of the best action films of all time with stellar performances by Charlize Theron and Tom Hardy, mind-blowing stunts and strong storytelling.

See it at 7 or 9:45 p.m. Friday at 1213 E. Seventh St. $10.

Bug out about insects at Bug Fest

They may be close to the bottom of the food chain, but that doesn't mean they aren't fascinating. Learn what makes insects and arachnids cool at Karst Farm Park during the 10th annual Bug Fest. There will be storytelling, Jungle Joe's Flea Circus, crafts, music and face painting.

It's happening 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday at 2450 S. Endwright Road. Bring a canned fruit or vegetable donation for Hoosier Hills Food Bank. All ages. Free.

Why fly to Vegas when you can see Eagles tribute Out of Eden right here?

One of the best-selling bands worldwide, the Eagles produced hits like "Hotel California," "Take It To the Limit" and "Best of My Love." You could book a trip to Las Vegas to see the band playing the Sphere during its residency, or you can head to the Buskirk-Chumley Theater to see six-piece Eagles tribute band Out of Eden.

Hear all the classic songs and spend hundreds of dollars less at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 114 E. Kirkwood Ave. Tickets are $33-$73 at https://buskirkchumley.org/ .

It's a block party and we're all invited

Celebrate volunteer-powered radio and rock the block at WFHB's Block Rocker right outside the studio on Fourth Street. Bands performing at the free, all ages outdoor event are LowDown Brass Band (from Chicago), Negative Glow (Bloomington), The Namby Pamby (Fort Wayne), Low Landers (Nashville, Indiana), and Reggae Union (Bloomington).

There will be food from The Orbit Room, Pili’s Taco Truck, Planted, Popkorn with a Twist and Rasta Pops, drinks by Bloomington Brewing Company and Cardinal Spirits and nonprofit booths and popup shops to check out.

Happening 5 to 11 p.m. Saturday at 108 W. Fourth St. between College Avenue and Walnut Street. All ages. Free.

All the toys and comics a collector could pine for

Whether it's a serious collector piece or childhood nostalgia you're after, the Indiana Toy and Comic Expo at the Monroe Convention Center in Bloomington fill your need for X-Men, Superman, G.I. Joe, pop art, cosplay and collectibles.

Happening 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday at 302 S. College Ave. All ages. Admission $8; 12 and younger free.

Reach Jill Bond at jbond@heraldt.com.

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