AA Meetings near Bloomington, Illinois
Find Alcoholics Anonymous meetings near you in the Central Illinois city paired with Normal in the Bloomington-Normal metro. Browse open meetings, closed meetings, speaker meetings, and more. Filter by day, time, or meeting type to find the perfect meeting for your recovery journey.
Meetings serve the Bloomington-Normal area with a stable mix of community and university-adjacent attendance.
Serving: Downtown, Eastland area, Founders' Grove, South Hill, Oakland Avenue corridor, Near East Side and surrounding areas.
Bloomington's Busiest Meeting Locations
Share Clean Air
334700 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, USA
Bloomington IL, USA
32711 N Main St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
Cedar Lake Fellowship
30401 E Empire St, Bloomington, IL 61701, USA
Filter AA Meetings
AA Meetings in Bloomington, Illinois
Alcoholics Anonymous Meetings
Crossroads Group
Group ID 000100550
Holy Trinity Parish Center is across N Main St from the church. The entry door faces W. Locust St.
Downtown Group
Meeting in Library. Use the entry portico facing Prairie Street
Group ID 000101904
Second Presbyterian Church. parking on East side of building. Use the entry portico facing Prairie Street. Meeting in Library, 2nd floor.
Serenity on Saturdays - SOS Group
New meeting, begining January 4, 2025.
The BNAA Intergroup Office is located in the Fox & Hounds Building. Wheelchair access via elevator.
The Third Step Group
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Keep It Simple Group
Group ID: 000371452 All weekday 5pm meetings in the main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship were merged to become this group in 2021.
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Crazy 8's Group
Discussion from the 12 & 12 each Monday
Group ID 000477899
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
The Third Step Group
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Keep It Simple Group
Group ID: 000371452 All weekday 5pm meetings in the main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship were merged to become this group in 2021.
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Crazy 8's Group
Discussion from 24 Hours a Day, One Day At a Time, Daily Reflections, or other
Group ID 000477899
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
The Third Step Group
The Third Step Group at Cedar Lake Fellowship
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Second Tradition Group
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
Group ID 000090823
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Keep It Simple Group
Group ID: 000371452 All weekday 5pm meetings in the main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship were merged to become this group in 2021.
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Step Sisters
Meeting in main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship
The Group ID 000694371
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Crazy 8's Group
Personal Stories from the Big Book each Wednesday
Group ID 000477899
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
The Third Step Group
The Third Step Group at Cedar Lake Fellowship
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Second Tradition Group
This big book meeting listens to Joe & Charlie (recordings) for about 30 minutes each Thursday and then has discussion after.
Group ID 000090823
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Keep It Simple Group
Group ID: 000371452 All weekday 5pm meetings in the main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship were merged to become this group in 2021.
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Crazy 8's Group
Selected topic from As Bill Sees It
Group ID 000477899
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
The Third Step Group
The Third Step Group at Cedar Lake Fellowship
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Keep It Simple Group
Speaker Meeting 3rd Friday each month
Group ID: 000371452 All weekday 5pm meetings in the main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship were merged to become this group in 2021.
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Crazy 8's Group
Joe & Charlie CDs each Friday
Group ID 000477899
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
The Third Step Group
The Third Step Group at Cedar Lake Fellowship
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Saturday Morning Live
Meeting is in the main room at Cedar Lake Fellowship w/ a Big Book split in the side room each week. NOTE: the last Saturday of Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, and Dec is 'eat and speak' w/ breakfast at 7:15a and Speaker at 8am. Visit https://area21district10aa.org/events/ for speaker details.
Group ID 000063208
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Cedar Lake open noon meeting
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
The Third Step Group
FNV Service Number 669417
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Listen to Learn
Group ID 83331
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Top Ten Group
Group ID 083620; FNV Service Number 161591
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Crazy 8's Group
Speaker meeting 3rd Saturday each month.
Group ID 000477899
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Crazy 8's Group
Open "Candlelight" Discussion each Sunday
Group ID 477899;
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Second Tradition Group
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
Group ID 000090823
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Second Tradition Group
Group ID 000090823
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Second Tradition Group
Meeting at Cedar Lake Fellowship
Group ID 000090823
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Cover to Cover
Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
Open meeting in the main room of Cedar Lake Fellowship. Bring your Big Book and a highlighter.
The Third Step Group
ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
FNV Service Number 669417
Ps 114466
The Third Step Group
ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
FNV Service Number 669417
Ps 114466
St Matthew Happy Hour
Zoom Meeting ID: 868 8292 2325
Group ID 109246; FNV Service Number 601204
The Third Step Group
ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
FNV Service Number 669417
Ps 114466
St Matthew Happy Hour
Zoom Meeting ID: 868 8292 2325
Group ID 109246; FNV Service Number 601204
The Third Step Group
ZOOM/ C/D, The Third Step Group ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
FNV Service Number 669417
The Third Step Group
The Third Step Group ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
Group ID 000006173
Ps 114466
A Vision for You Group
PW 4hWBJ4
Group ID 000108411
The Third Step Group
The Third Step Group ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
FNV Service Number 669417
The Third Step Group
ZOOM ID 555 110 7038 / PW 114466
FNV Service Number 669417
Ps 114466
Sunday Morning Eye Opener
Zoom meeting ID 561 917 377
Group ID 000083609
Grupo Nuevo Amanecer
Group ID 000025602
Meeting in the Salon Grotto; park and enter at the rear of the building.
Grapevine Group
discussion topics from stories in AA Grapevine
New Group form pending
Sunday Morning Primary Purpose Group
Open AA meeting at a treatment center with coffee and donuts every week. The meeting Chairperson reads from conference approved literature and starts the discussion around the room.
Group ID 000441525
Glen Covert Building (left of the main bldg.) of Chestnut Health Systems
Oakland Ave Noontime Group
Group ID 000037922
Park behind old rectory, enter at rear.
St Matthew Happy Hour
Group ID 109246; FNV Service Number 601204
Park behind old rectory, enter at rear.
Monday Night Miracles
Park behind old rectory and enter at rear.
Group ID 000025047
Park behind old rectory, enter at rear.
Get the MyMeetings App
The world's best AA meeting finder
AA Meeting Statistics for Bloomington
Busiest day: Monday with 42 meetings
Most common meeting types: English (271), Closed (212), Discussion (89), Wheelchair Access (78), Wheelchair-Accessible Bathroom (65)
Meetings by Time of Day
Meeting data is regularly updated to ensure accuracy.
AA Resources in Bloomington, Illinois
Online Resources
Getting to Meetings in Bloomington
Connect Transit buses, Amtrak service in nearby Normal, and Interstates 55, 39, and 74 support access.
Every meeting listing includes a full address so you can plan your route before you go.
Looking for other meetings in Illinois?
Explore AA meetings in other cities across Illinois:
About AA Meetings near Bloomington, Illinois
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) meetings in Bloomington, Illinois provide a supportive community for individuals seeking recovery from alcohol addiction. Whether you're new to recovery or have been sober for years, Bloomington's AA community welcomes you with open arms.
There are currently 273 AA meetings listed in and around Bloomington, making it one of the most active recovery communities in Illinois. According to AA's General Service Office, there are over 67,000 weekly AA meetings across the United States, and Bloomington contributes meaningfully to that network.
Bloomington is home to approximately 79,000 residents, with AA meetings distributed across the Central Illinois city paired with Normal in the Bloomington-Normal metro to ensure accessible support throughout the community. That's approximately 346 meetings per 100,000 residents, reflecting Bloomington's commitment to accessible recovery support.
Types of AA Meetings Available in Bloomington
Open Meetings: Anyone interested in learning about AA can attend, including family members, friends, and those curious about the program.
Closed Meetings: Reserved for individuals who have a desire to stop drinking. These meetings offer a more intimate setting for sharing.
Speaker Meetings: One or more members share their experience, strength, and hope with the group.
Discussion Meetings: Members discuss a topic related to recovery, with everyone having an opportunity to share.
Big Book/Step Study: Focused study of AA literature including the Big Book and the 12 Steps.
Beginner Meetings: Specifically designed for newcomers who may be attending their first meetings. These groups provide extra guidance on how AA works, the 12 Steps, and getting a sponsor.
Online/Virtual Meetings: Participate from anywhere via video or phone. Online AA meetings have grown significantly since 2020 and now represent approximately 30% of all meetings nationwide, providing critical access for those who cannot attend in person.
Finding the Right Meeting in Bloomington
Use the filters above to find meetings that fit your schedule and preferences. Meetings are available throughout Central Illinois city paired with Normal in the Bloomington-Normal metro including neighborhoods such as Downtown, Eastland area, Founders' Grove, South Hill, Oakland Avenue corridor, Near East Side.
Getting to AA Meetings in Bloomington
Connect Transit buses, Amtrak service in nearby Normal, and Interstates 55, 39, and 74 support access. The MyMeetings app shows the exact address for every meeting location so you can plan your route in advance—no matter how you're getting there.
Recovery Resources in Bloomington
In addition to AA meetings, Bloomington residents can access recovery support through the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), which provides a national helpline (1-800-662-4357) and treatment locator. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism (NIAAA) offers evidence-based research confirming that consistent participation in peer support groups like AA significantly improves long-term sobriety outcomes.
Need Help Getting Started?
Download the MyMeetings app for the best experience finding and tracking AA meetings in Bloomington. Save your favorite meetings, track your attendance, get reminders, and access meeting information offline. MyMeetings indexes meetings across all 50 states and 300+ cities, making it the most comprehensive AA meeting finder available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many AA meetings are in Bloomington?
There are over 273 AA meetings available in and around Bloomington, with meetings held every day of the week at various times.
What types of AA meetings are available in Bloomington?
Bloomington offers a variety of AA meeting types including Open meetings, Closed meetings, Speaker meetings, Discussion meetings, Big Book study, Step meetings, and specialty meetings for men, women, and young people.
Are there AA meetings near Bloomington every day?
Yes, AA meetings are held in Bloomington every day of the week, including weekends and holidays. Monday is the busiest day with 42 meetings scheduled. Meetings are available in the morning, afternoon, evening, and night.
Where are most AA meetings held in Bloomington?
One of the most active meeting venues in Bloomington is Share Clean Air, which hosts multiple AA groups throughout the week. Use the map and list above to explore all meeting locations near you.
Are there online AA meetings available in Bloomington?
Yes, there are online AA meetings available to people in Bloomington. These virtual meetings allow you to participate from anywhere and are especially helpful for those with mobility issues or scheduling conflicts.
How do I find wheelchair accessible AA meetings in Bloomington?
Many AA meetings in Bloomington are wheelchair accessible. Look for the wheelchair accessibility badge on meeting listings, or use the filters on this page to show only accessible meetings.
What should I expect at my first AA meeting in Bloomington?
Your first AA meeting in Bloomington will be welcoming and supportive. You don't have to speak or share—just listening is perfectly fine. Most meetings last about an hour.
How do I contact the local AA office in Bloomington?
You can reach your local AA intergroup by searching on the AA World Services website (aa.org), or call the national AA helpline at (212) 870-3400 at any time.
How often are AA meeting listings updated for Bloomington?
AA meeting listings for Bloomington are updated regularly to help ensure accuracy. Meeting information is sourced from local AA intergroups and verified frequently.
Can I find AA meetings outside Bloomington, Illinois?
Yes. You can browse nearby cities in Illinois using the Other Locations section on this page to find additional meeting options.
Why Choose MyMeetings?
Largest Database of AA Meetings
Access the most comprehensive, frequently-updated collection of AA meetings across cities and neighborhoods.
Easy to Use — Modern Interface
A clean, responsive UI makes finding meetings fast and intuitive on any device.
Tracking & Advanced Analytics
Built-in tracking and analytics help organizers and users see attendance trends and meeting health.
AI Recovery Insights
AI-powered recommendations and insights to support users' recovery journeys and meeting selection.
Ready to Find Your Next Meeting?
Join thousands in recovery using MyMeetings to stay connected with the AA community.
Download MyMeetings — It's Free