The village of Downs is a small town located right outside of Bloomington. There was a population of 776 at the 2000 census. There is not much in Downs except for the Tri-Valley elementary, middle, and high school. There is also a Bp gas station as well as a Freedom Station that can have GodFathers Pizza delivered. The only reason people go to Downs is if they live there, visiting someone who lives there, their kid has a sports game at one of the schools, or they driving through it to get to the Interstate 74.

*Located a few miles North West of downs is Moraine View State Park. Camping is offered, Horseback riding, fishing, hiking trails, and also biking trails.

A new addition to Downs,IL is the Ups and Downs Roadhouse. This bar is located at 7097 N. 2075 East Rd. Downs, IL 61736 just right off the I-74 ramp and right by the BP gas station. Though not many things are located in Downs, this Ups and Downs bar is sure to bring a crowd. It is a place for the everyone in Downs and the surrounding cities to come out and enjoy a new environment. As stated above, not many people have a reason to go to Downs unless they know someone or are driving through, but this bar is definitely suggested the next time you come! The parking lot is big and enough for probably every person in Downs to bring their own car. The inside is nicely finished with warm colored walls and T.V.'s to watch the games on. They have a big selection of alcohol which is definitely a plus for all those made up drinks everyone has in mind. It is also a very clean place too. The main bar area is very nice and clean. The bathrooms are spotless as well which is a great thing! As far as the bartenders and people in the bar, you couldn't ask for any better of a crowd. Everyone is nice and a lot of fun! This bar is something I recommend everyone coming out to try!