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ENJOY PEORIA'S 2019-2020 EXPERIENCE GUIDE For Everyone

AMAZE AND AMUSE ARTISTIC ENERGY Attractions for the whole family Check out our thriving arts scene! Pg. 34 Pg. 24 OUTDOOR ADVENTURES FEED YOUR Explore our backyard Pg. 40 APPETITE One-of-a-kind dining Pg. 26 SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS THE BEST OF Find events & attractions BUYING Pg. 30 all year long! Pg. 42 EXPERIENCE PROGRESS AT THE CATERPILLAR VISITORS CENTER

There is plenty for children and adults to see and do when visiting the Doug Oberhelman Caterpillar Visitors Center. Learn the history of Caterpillar, see projects our equipment helped complete throughout the world, watch a movie in the bed of a massive, two and a half story Cat® 797 Mining Truck, climb in to the cab of our machines and test your operator skills using our track-type tractor or excavator simulators. Visit our website and take a virtual tour today.

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Photo credit @beardedowlbrewing 28 20 STARK/MARSHALL/WOODFORD COUNTIES QUENCH YOUR THIRST 22 FULTON/MASON COUNTIES 24 ATTRACTIONS 26 DINING 28 COFFEE, BEER & WINE 30 SHOPPING 32 THEATER & CONCERTS 36 34 34 ARTS GOLF & SPORTS ARTS IN THE AREA 36 GOLF & SPORTS 39 RUNNING EVENTS 40 OUTDOOR ADVENTURE 26 42 SEASONAL CELEBRATIONS EAT YOUR HEART OUT 44 CALENDAR OF EVENTS 58 ACCOMMODATIONS ENJOYPEORIA.COM Did You 70 VISITOR/PLANNING SERVICES is the best source for area attractions, accommodations, dining, Know? Photo credit @tfam_12 42 71 COMMUNITY/VISITOR INFORMATION SEASONS FOR ALL shopping and events! Whether you are new to the area or someone We have coupons on 72 TRAVELING WITH PETS looking for a new restaurant to try, it is your digital one-stop-shop our website for local for everything the Peoria Area has to offer! Stay in the loop with our dining, lodging, attractions newsletter and follow us on social media! and more! Mid-sized. BIG difference.

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Learn about Caterpillar's construction history, from the Panama Canal to the A premier sports facility in the Midwest, the Louisville San Francisco cable car system, at the Slugger Sports Complex caters a year-round Doug Oberhelman Caterpillar event center for a wide variety of sports. With a Visitors Center. Eight exhibit galleries, 125,000 square foot dome,10 impressive synthetic hands-on equipment simulator, and over turf fields and state of the art amenities, it's no 50 videos and 800 photographs will surprise that the Louisville Slugger Sports Complex awaken your curiosity. Climb aboard a is quickly becoming nationally known for hosting top motor grader or excavator, design your notch sporting events year-round. own CAT machine or hop into a simulation to learn what it feels (See pg. 36 for more sports) like to operate big equipment. No matter the activity, put yourself in the driver's seat at the Caterpillar Visitors Center. (See pg. 24 for more attractions)

For delicious food and fun, visit Alexander's Steakhouse to enjoy twelve Photo credit @missyscherber different hand-cut steaks. Have a taste for something other than beef? You're in luck, Alexander's also offers other fresh meats, Head to the Peoria Riverfront Museum to explore cooked to perfection. Not to mention a fresh permanent collections, rotating exhibitions and special salad bar, notorious for the title of "Best Salad programs that connect art and science with Bar in Town". history and human achievement. Visit (See pg. 26 for more restaurants) the magnificent Dome Planetarium to transport yourself on a real-time trip Did You to a far off galaxy, or see the stars Know? just above your head. The giant At Alexander's you screen theater houses a 52-by- have the opportunity 70-foot screen that can show to cook your own steak over a live, you the world in a BIG way! Be charcoal grill! sure to check out their website for programming schedules. (See pg. 24 for more attractions)

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Founded in 1897 by Lydia Moss Bradley, {EXPLORE} Bradley University maintains a strong presence in the Peoria area. The residential campus houses 5,400 students from across the globe, providing a small school personality with the opportunities and resources of a larger university. Spread over 85 acres, Bradley University commits to providing students with the tools to become successful leaders, innovators and contributors of the future.

Bradley Univeristy introduced its latest mascot, KABOOM!, in 2014. The mascot's name originated with Hall of Fame Voice of the Braves Dave Snell, Photo credit @nicoleliveshappy who has used the term to energetically describe slam dunks during Bradley men’s basketball games since the late 1970s.

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Enclosed within six acres of park area, Fon Du Lac Farm Park offers a blast from the past Whether with a 1920's farm you're a life setting. Bring serious player or your kids and enjoy spending the day just looking for a unique participating in hands-on activities, from and fun casino experience, Par-A-Dice has what live farm animal interactions to a country you're looking for. Conveniently located off I-74 in East kitchen museum and park! Peoria, the casino offers more than 900 slots and 30 (See pg. 24 for more attractions) table games including Live Poker. Enjoy a great dining experience from fine dining to a traditional buffet at one of their four restaurants. Par-A-Dice Hotel was voted one of the Midwest's finest casino hotels, and is just steps away from exciting casino action. Par-A-Dice is central Illinois’ place to play! Open daily at 8:00am. (See page 24 for more attractions)

Uncle Buck's FishBowl and Grill, located within the nationally-known Carl's Bakery is Bass Pro Shops, is a nestled in a cozy barn-style splash of fun in East building in East Peoria to Peoria! Try your hand satisfy your sweet tooth. at bowling "underwater" with Did You From donuts to pastries, nautical themed equipment. The Levee District is a vibrant, mixed-use center and major Know? crowds are drawn to the But first, fuel up on some of The aquarium in the bar shopping hub in the Peoria Area. The district has shopping, dining delicious desserts and stay their signature dishes like features 750 gallons of and service solutions for every need and, with nationally-known for the intimate setting. The Alligator, the World Famous anchor retailers and restaurants such as Target, Ulta, Chipotle and saltwater for the bakery is easily identifiable Islamorada Sandwich or a Red Robin, it is no wonder why the Levee District is a hotspot for scores of beautiful with its famous giant rooster classic, Fish and Chips. residents and visitors alike. tropical fish. perched outside. (See pg. 26 for more dining) (See page 30 for more shopping)

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Maquet's Rail House is home to one of the best craft beer selections in town. {EXPLORE} Maquet's boasts 170 craft & domestic beers, including 20 on draft. Taste the latest in beer trends as you listen to the trains roll through Pekin. Be sure to stay for dinner - from burgers to tenderloins Maquet's has you covered! Make your visit to Pekin a splash at the (See pg. 26 for more dining) DragonLand Water Park! Home to three acres of park land, you can soak up the sun in a sand-filled beach area and patio while the kids twist and turn on the waterslides. Not feeling the water? No worries, DragonLand is home to a sand beach volleyball court and a full concession stand.

Saddle up at Rockin'P Horse Ranch, a riding destination for first time and experienced riders alike. From the nearby woods to the creeks, Rockin'P's offers beautiful, guided riding trails through the scenic McNaughton Park area. (See pg. 24 for attractions)

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Deemed the Marigold Capital of the Fun Fact: World, Pekin dedicates a weekend Cheers star and to celebrating their fabulous flower. Pixar legend John Make your trip to Pekin a hole-in-one with an outing to Lick Creek The Marigold Festival has Ratzenberger made an been a town tradition since 1973, Golf Course. Lick Creek is a premier course in Central Illinois, appearance bringing in visitors of all ages. The providing a recently renovated driving range, pro shop and concession at the 2018 area fit for all golfers' needs. Make tee time one to remember by calling festival features games, events, Marigold Festival! in advance to plan your outing from start to finish! a Miss Marigold Pageant and parade, making it a post-Labor Day (See pg. 36 for more sports) weekend spectacular event for all.

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12 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 13 Fun Fact: Each year the Pumpkin Festival has a fresh, new theme to amp up the celebration! Kemp 208 evokes a In 2019 - Luck O' The relaxed, family friendly Pumpkins! dining experience while staying true to modern perspective and an intricate focus to detail. With an upscale menu, Kemp 208 brings the freshest ingredients to the dishes they serve, along Photo credit @musicguy1982 with an ever changing wine, beer and spirits collection. Morton holds true to the title of "Pumpkin Capital of the (See pg. 26 for more dining) World". Each year the Pumpkin Festival celebrates the beginning of the pumpkin canning season and draws in over 70,000 guests for a variety of pumpkin foods, carnival rides, parades, live entertainment, a 10K race and over 30 other events, venues and activities! (See pg. 42 for more seasonal events) Thr3ads is a family-oriented project come to life. Originally created by 3 sisters, Thr3ads is here to Eli's Coffee Shop is a staple to the help you dress to Central Illinois community with locations impress from head in Morton, Tremont and Metamora. to toe in affordable, Eli's thrives on strong heritage, boutique clothing. delicious coffee and homemade (See pg. 30 treats to connect people with for more shopping) their community. Not a coffee drinker? Not a problem. Eli's features a made-from-scratch bakery, full deli and teas, so there's a tasty treat for everyone to enjoy. UNUM Fine Wine & Whiskey Photo Credit @joshuaburch Lounge brings California wines straight out of Napa along with a Candy, shakes and events... oh my! wide range of whiskey, served in an Sucré Sweets and Socials is an insanely adorable and unique sweet elegant atmosphere. Also on the shop with massive event space. Their menu? The finest vodkas, gins, craft neon "Life is Sweet" wall makes for a beer and appetizers! picture perfect photo opportunity. (See pg. 28 for more dining/drinks)

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Historic Washington Square has {EXPLORE} many unique and charming specialty shops with friendly personalized service. There is a perfect blend of good food and unique shopping for a fun and relaxing day. Stores offer everything from gifts, fashion accessories, apparel, home décor, antiques, hand-made items, furniture, paint, pottery, crafts, jewelry, make-up, hair care, beauty & barber services, sporting items, sewing and quilting notions, and everything for the kitchen.

(See pg. 30 for more shopping) Five Points Washington is a nonprofit, multi-purpose facility that is committed to helping you get in shape and keeping you entertained through providing you with pristine facilities, unparalleled service and family-friendly programs! With a 144,900 square foot facility featuring a fitness center, aquatics center and state-of-the-art performing arts center, Five Points Fun Fact: has something to offer for all! Most of the Shops on the Square are locally owned and operated family businesses, providing travelers with an intimate, quality shopping experience!

McMahon's Pints and Plates is a true believer in making your meal an experience. They serve the food to curb your hunger, the drinks to quench your thirst, and the entertainment to lift your spirits. (See pg. 26 for more dining)

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Heritage Square is home to craft beer, summertime concerts and restaurants galore. Nestled in the heart of Peoria Heights, you can soak up the summertime Established in 1861, Trefzger's sun with an outdoor concert at Pour is proud to be Central Illinois' Brothers Craft Taproom or grab a slice oldest bakery! From homemade of pizza from Brienzo's. Not to mention the bread to customized cookies and endless slow-smoked barbecue possibilites cakes, Trefzger's will be sure to at Slow Hand BBQ. No matter what supply you with a bag full of their you're in the mood for, Heritage square pulls delectable treats to take home out endless drinks, exceptional eats and with you. entertainment. (See pg. 26 for more dining) (See pg. 26 for more dining)

Fun Fact: Providing Cayenne offers unique takes on 24/7 care tacos such as the Mac Daddy (Fried mac & cheese, pico for those de gallo, avocado ranch)! on-the-go. "The World's Most Beautiful Drive" is the phrase coined by Teddy Roosevelt after Cayenne packs the tacos, tequila and punch experiencing Peoria Height's Grandview with familiar flavors in a non-traditional way. Drive during his visit to Peoria in 1910. See how it works at Located in the popular Peoria Heights Shopping Offering scenic views of the mesmerizing District, Cayenne's Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Illinois River, Grandview Drive still holds true osfhealthcare.org/oncall Dead) decor and murals make for an exceptional to that statement over a century later. Come ambiance fit for a one-of-a-kind casual dining for the panoramic photo, stay to see the experience. (See pg. 26 for more restaurants) historical homes lining this spectacular drive.

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The Coffee Hub is home to a full menu of handcrafted beverages, ice cream and A premier rail-trail conversion in downstate Illinois, The breakfast/lunch options. Call ahead for Rock Island Trail provides 26 picturesque miles for {EXPLORE} curbside service or stop in and enjoy the hiking, biking and cross-country skiing. This trail paints atmosphere and friendly service in Lacon! a great picture of Central Illinois as it travels through (See pg. 28 for more sips) friendly small towns, classic Midwestern farmland and woodlands.

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Did You Know? The CB & Q Railroad Depot located in Wyoming has been restored and now serves as headquarters and visitor's center for the Rock Island Trail State Park. The inside offers a brief history lesson of the depot and displays of wildlife.

Winning Taste of Peoria flavors include: Peanut Butter, Praline Pecan, Butter Uncle Bob's Homemade Ice Cream opened Pecan, Black Raspberry on July 10, 1980, at the Heart of Illinois Fair. Cheesecake, Chocolate They now have a permanent location in Eureka, Raspberry Truffle and IL, where fresh ice cream is made one batch at Rum Chata Salted Caramel a time, all year long. A hometown favorite, Uncle Bob's Homemade Ice Cream works with local dairies, bakeries, and other suppliers to ensure quality taste, and is often available at community events and local grocery stores.

Metamora Fields Golf Club is a versatile facility just outside of Peoria. Whether you're looking for a challenging day on a championship This golf golf course, a place to relax and enjoy a club is "exclusively friendly atmosphere, or seeking a top-quality public", as they pride experience for your banquet or wedding, themselves on opening Metamora Fields should be at the top their doors to all who of your list. (See pg. 36 for more sports) seek an affordable experience. 20 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 21 MASON | FULTON COUNTIES

The Canton Harvester Inn is a beautiful four-story luxury boutique hotel. This innovative {EXPLORE} inn boasts American made materials and furnishings to compliment the all-American spirit of the town of Canton. Whether you are here on business, visiting with friends and family, staying Dickson for the Friendship Festival or taking a break from Mounds the Spoon River Scenic Drive, make yourself at Museum, home in Canton at the Harvester Inn. a branch of the Illinois State Museum and a National Historic Site, is one of (See pg. 58 for more accommodations) the major on-site archaeological museums in the United States. It offers a unique opportunity to explore the world of the American Indian in an awe inspiring journey through 12,000 years of human experience in the Illinois River Valley. (See pg. 24 for more attractions) Emiquon Preserve is one of the largest floodplain restoration projects in the Midwest. Established in 1993, the refuge was formed to restore and protect wetland habitats along the Illinois and Spoon Rivers. Through these efforts, Emiquon brings you the opportunity to enjoy natural beauty through bird watching, hunting, fishing and hiking. (See pg. 40 for more outdoor adventure)

Chautauqua National Wildlife Refuge is located against the scenic Illinois River in Havana. Managed by the United States Fish and Wildlife Service, Havana is home to one of four Wildlife Refuges in the state of Illinois. Chautauqua is home to five nature trails, with one being ADA accessible. Bring out your outdoorsy side and pay the refuge a visit during your trip! (See pg. 40 for more outdoor adventure)

22 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 23 Test your skill in the widespread PEORIA Looking for an action packed day of fun? Or, perhaps phenomenon experience of Blue Falcon Battleground somewhere a little more relaxed to explore with family escape rooms! The Peoria Area 309.683.0111 and friends? No matter how you want to spend the is home to Escape 60 - Live Escape 60 Live Escape Escape Room Adventures, Room Adventures day, the Peoria Area has something for all to enjoy! 309.657.0540 Gone in 60 Escape Games Escapetown Peoria and Escapetown Peoria. 309.229.9892 Each escape room provides its Gone in 60 Escape Games own unique mystery to solve. 309.419.2461 Kartville Bring your family, co-workers or 309. 676.3628 friends to crack the case in 60 Knockerball Peoria minutes or less! 309.643.1538 Mt. Hawley Bowl and Castle Golf Photo credit @gonein60escapegames 309.692.7555 Peoria Playhouse Children's Museum 309.323.6900 Peoria Riverfront Museum 309. 686.7000 Peoria Zoo Embark on a voyage unlike 309. 686.3365 any other with the Spirit of Spirit of Peoria Peoria! Propelled from its 309.637.8000 Peoria Zoo is an interactive bright red 21' diameter The Doug Oberhelman environment complete with a diverse set of animals! paddlewheel, this historic Caterpillar Visitors Center With seven unique exhibits, there's no shortage of vessel journeys along the 309.675.0606 fascinating friends to meet: from lions to zebras to Photo credit @zekieb0y Willow Knolls 14 Theater lllinois and Mississippi 309.692.5955 meerkats (oh my!). Explore the African grasslands Rivers, from Starved World On Wheels Segway Tours and come eye to eye with emus and wallabies at the Rock, Illinois to St. Louis, and Bike Rides Australia Walk-About. Take the family and make it a MO. Looking to stick 309.453.0916 day to remember! around the Peoria Area? The Tac Shack Indoor Photo credit @scoffeys The Spirit of Peoria Shooting Range also has day trips and 309.683.0111 The Yard Peoria special themed cruises 309.839.0434 throughout their season! EAST PEORIA Par.A.Dice Hotel Casino 309.699.7711 Sail Peoria 309.620.4461 PEKIN Magic Dragon Golf & Games 309.353.1244 Step into a world of imagination at the CHILLICOTHE Peoria Playhouse Children's Chillicothe Historical Society Museum! The Playhouse encourages 309.274.9076 children to become explorers and Nat's Place creators of the world, promoting 309.270.4123 play through exhibits and special Wolf Hollow Archery programming. Hands-on exhibits 309.274.9653 Head on over to Northwoods Mall such as "Family Farm" and "By Your Find more fun in the for a gravity-defying experience with River, Gently Flowing, Peoria Area on the Arts, Knockerball Peoria! Knockerball is a single chamber Illinois" draw on Peoria Sports and Outdoor inflatable sphere with inflatable handles and adjustable shoulder and Central Illinois, Adventure feature straps. Roll, flip and wheel your way into laughter with friends, celebrating the past, pages ahead!! family and kids alike! present, and future of our community.

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2424 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 25 PEORIA Kouri's Pub Cafe 401 PEKIN 309.688.1971 309.673.3000 Alexander's Steakhouse Avanti's Italian Ristorante - 309.688.0404 Lariat Steakhouse Panera at Westlake Pekin 309.691.4731 309.681.0904 Whether you are looking to grab a tasty bite to eat Avanti's Italian Ristorante - Main 309.346.3400 309.674.4923 Longhorn Steakhouse Panera Bread on Bird Blvd Jimbos Jumbo or hoping to enjoy the ambiance of an upscale Avanti's Italian Ristorante - 309.693.5750 309.692.8400 309.353.9757 eatery, the Peoria Area has plenty of mouth- North Peoria Los Cabos Cantina & Grill Rhythm Kitchen Kouri's Pub Pekin 309.691.2525 309.692.2710 Music Cafe 309.346.8881 watering, one-of-a-kind dining experiences ready 309.676.9668 Biaggi's Ristorante Italiano Los Cabos Cantina & Maquet's Rail House to feed your appetite. 309.686.8114 Grill Downtown Peoria 309.620.8072 309.219.3457 EAST PEORIA Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern Sonic Drive In Pekin 309.981.5801 Avanti's Italian Ristorante - MD's Sports Bar and Grill East Peoria 309.347.6642 309.691.2025 CoreLife Eatery 309.694.6200 West Dublin Pub 309.643.6364 Obed & Isaac's Microbrewery Boyd's Steakhouse, 309.201.4917 Cracked Pepper Catering and Eatery 309.306.0190 Par-A-Dice PEORIA HEIGHTS & Bakery 309.699.7711 Located in the premier Mark Twain Hotel, 309.839.2204 Pizza Ranch Peoria Cayenne 309.839.1420 Culver's of East Peoria 309.966.1035 Two25 is the perfect chophouse Culver's of Grand Prairie 309.698.9240 309.693.2366 Red Lobster Edge by Chef Dustin Allen to score some surf 'n' turf, Firehouse Pizza & Pub - Culver's of Peoria 309.686.7716 309.692.3343 pizza, pasta, wine...you 309.693.3579 East Peoria Rumbergers 309.698.9111 Jim's Bistro name it! A casual setting Double A's Pizza Sports 309.839.8160 309.682.9219 Granite City Food & Brewery with uncompromised Bar & Grill Sonic Drive In Peoria 309.699.8080 WASHINGTON 309.692.0800 309.681.7900 service, Two25 is Jason's Deli McMahon's Pints and Plates Famous Dave's SUGAR Wood Fired Bistro 309.698.5400 309.745.9050 located just blocks 309.691.7427 309.677.0848 away from the beautiful Johnny's Italian Steakhouse CREVE COEUR Flat Top Grill Suite Fire Bar + Grille 309.692.3887 Peoria Riverfront. 309.693.9966 309.683.9933 Kuchie's On the Water Jonah's Seafood House & 309.427.3000 Hokkaido Table 19 309.966.0931 309.680.2349 2601 Oyster Bar 309.694.0946 GERMANTOWN HILLS Hoops Pub & Pizza The Fish House Kouri's Grille & Bar 309.637.0525 309.691.9358 Nelson's Deli - Par-A-Dice 309.699.7711 309.383.4551 Jim's Downtown The Fox Pub and Cafe 309.692.3693 Options Buffet - Par-A-Dice CHILLICOTHE Steakhouse 309.699.7711 309.673.5300 Castaway's Bar and Grill Thyme Kitchen + Craft Beer Panera East Peoria 309.274.3484 Photo credit @doctormahoney Jimmy John's 309.713.2619 309.694.2222 Odie's Gourmet Sandwiches Troy Ummel's Connected 309.270.4085 309.682.6000 309.686.5925 ROCKS, Par-A-Dice 309.694.5807 Kenny's Westside Pub Two25 309.676.1693 309.282.7777 Shogun Japanese Restaurant 309.981.5841

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3030 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 31 PEORIA CEFCU STAGE @ The Landing 309.689.3019 Take yourself for a night on the town to experience Peoria's diverse theater and Corn Stock Theatre 309.676.2196 concert offerings! From Broadway Musicals to your favorite artists, we have it all. Inked Entertainment 309.699.7469 Peoria Area Civic Chorale Peoria Players Theatre is the oldest continuously 309.693.6725 running community theater in the state and fourth Peoria Civic Center 309.673.8900 oldest in the nation. It is a must for those wishing to Peoria Players Theatre spend an evening or afternoon immersed in quality 309.688.4473 entertainment. This year Peoria Players presents spectaular productions such as Grease, The Wizard of ADULT Oz, Westside Story, Dreamgirls and more! ENTERTAINMENT PEORIA Peoria's only outdoor community theater, Corn Stock Theatre takes place under a big-top style tent nestled within the trees of World Famous Big Al's Speakeasy Laura Bradley Park. Featuring five shows each summer, this is a fun, 309.673.9893 family experience you don't want to miss. Be sure to also check out PULSE Gentlemen's Club Eastlight Theatre, where Broadway hits are performed their way! 309.671.1930 This season's shows include Mamma Mia, Newsies and Joseph and Tailgates N' Tallboys has taken the CREVE COEUR the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat. Peoria area by storm. With over 30 bands Club Cabaret 309.699.2053 in 7 days along the scenic Peoria Riverfront, there is no shortage of entertainment! Headliners for this year's shows include Photo credit Brett Eldredge, Brett Young and Kane @peoria_players_theatre Brown! Grab your pass and get ready for food, drinks and summer nights filled with great music.

The Theater at the Peoria Civic Center regularly holds events that tickle the hearts of every lover of the arts. Their Broadway Theater Series showcases plays and performances whose quality is likened to their counterparts in New York such as The Lion King, RENT and Finding Neverland. In the arena, catch national touring performances, from music to sports and more! Visit PeoriaCivicCenter.com for a full list of entertainment. The Peoria Area Civic Chorale strives to bring artistic excellence, community and education to the Central Illinois area. Their choral artistry embodies the coming together of individuals, families and groups from a host of diverse backgounds in the shared enjoyment of a special gift: singing! The PACC transforms lives by inspiring a love of singing that motivates children and adults alike to pursue musical excellence. Come on in and enjoy the music!

Photo credit @abigailjramos 3232 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 33 Get your hands dirty at Wheel PEORIA Creativity is in the air in the Peoria Art Pottery Studios! Offering classes of all skill levels ArtsPartners Sculpture Area Arts Scene! From hands-on Walk Peoria and ages, this interactive studio 309.676.0290 activities to local and national viewing lets you step behind the wheel Contemporary Art Center and retail opportunities, paint the and throw your own pottery! of Peoria picture of what you want to enjoy! They've recently acquired a 309.674.6822 J. Draper Glass mobile trailer studio, allowing 309.339.6244 them to bring the fun to you! Peoria Art Guild at the Foster Art Center Photo credit @wheelart.potterystudios 309.637.2787 Pumpkin Glass Gallery & Studio 309.966.3495

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4040 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 41 No matter the Take a cruise down time of year, seasonal Grandview Drive PEORIA happenings will keep throughout the different Peoria Riverfront District 309.671.5555 you busy in the seasons (especially autumn) for spectacular Peoria Area! EAST PEORIA views. There's a reason Festival of Lights East Peoria President Theodore 309.698.5437 Roosevelt proclaimed MORTON it the "World's most Ackerman Family Farms, LLC beautiful drive"! 309.266.7459 Experience the vintage charm of the Photo credit @danreynoldsphotography Peoria Area at Wheels O' Time DUNLAP Wheels O' Time Museum Museum! With exhibits including 40 309.243.9020 historic cars, the Rock Island Steam locomotive, Caterpillar tractors, antique CANTON Get lost in Ackerman washing machines, model airplanes and Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive Farm's family-friendly more interactive displays, appreciate the 309.647.8980 corn maze or sit back Snowman's Reindeer Farm eclectic history of our cities. (May - October) and enjoy a hayrack ride! 309.647.0569 With a beautiful selection SPEER of mums and ornamental Tanners Orchard, Ltd. corn and a gift shop 309.493.5442 stocked with local, state You'll find exceptional taste and freshness and regional food products Open all season long at the Peoria Riverfront and home decor, you won't Market. Don't miss out on the best leave empty handed! Check out our calendar of 8 a.m. - Noon every selection of fresh produce, local meats, events (starting on page 44) Saturday. Check out eggs, berries, breads and cheeses grown or online at enjoypeoria.com Visit Downtown Peoria right here in Central Illinois! In addition, for more year-round fun! on Facebook for special local craftsmen and artists display pottery, EnjoyPeoria.com/Events blown glass, jewelry, wood turned items, programming candles, soaps and more. One of the best Snowman's Reindeer Farm is and events! markets in the area! (Saturdays, May - September) a magical experience where you can learn about and interact with North Pole Reindeer. Hang out with A fall favorite for many, Klaus, Kringle and the rest of Tanner's Orchard is the the gang, or check some items perfect place to celebrate off your list at the Jolly Old Elf the season. With pumpkin Shoppe. (October - December) picking, corn mazes, fresh bakery items, children's activities and more, it's easy to see how Tanner's Orchard attracts thousands of visitors Kick off the holiday season with the East each year. (August - November) Peoria Festival of Lights Parade Saturday, November 16th. Then, Thanksgiving to New Years', ooh and Located in Peoria Heights' ahh at the parade floats on display at Tower Park is a 500,000 gallon FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland! water tower. Ride the glass elevator This drive-through lighted spectacle 200 feet up to three observation features over three-million lights decks, where you can "View the constructed as animals, toys, Wonder" of the Illinois River Valley. holiday items and more! Smile. Panoramic views of the fall foliage Laugh. Be Delighted! are truly breathtaking atop this (November - December) one-of-a-kind structure. (April - October)

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April 26 May 3-May 31 Sculpture Walk Peoria – Opening Day >> Peoria First Friday APRIL 2019 3rd Annual International Night MAY 2019 Members' Show 12 x 12 April 5-April 7 May 1 May 18 On the First Friday of every month, Itoo Hall – Peoria Peoria Art Guild - Peoria Peoria Riverfront Museum’s Sun Plaza Central Illinois Auto Show Opening for the 37th season! from 5pm to 9pm, join us for an Peoria Civic Center – Peoria The four Sister City groups of Peoria (Friends Wheels O' Time Museum - Dunlap We are looking to highlight our artist members Kick-off the summer arts season! Featuring nine intimate look at studios, galleries of Friedrichshafen, Germany; Benxi, China; and their unique individual styles. All mediums new sculptures, “Meet & Learn” with national

{EVENTS} Catch a glimpse of the new 2019 models and Exhibits are spread throughout five buildings at and arts organizations. Meet artists, sleek re-designs at the Central Illinois Auto Show. Clonmel, Ireland; & Aytou, Lebanon) invite you the Wheels O' Time Museum! Enjoy interactive will be accepted in a 12 x 12 format. We artists, live music, food, and DIY art activities for musicians, neighbors and collectors. We promise excitement for the whole family. to join us for our 3rd annual event. Doors open displays, tour steam locomotive, combine, car encourage you to submit artworks that best the whole family from 9 am-noon. The tour includes twelve locations and Entertainment all weekend along with exhibitors. at 5:00pm. Entry fee is $5 per person. $1 food and caboose. Sit in a Ford rumble seat and represent you! This show is open to all Peoria spans a breadth of artistic media. tickets can be purchased at the door and used at experience life in a 1938 Latourneau steel house! Art Guild Artist Members working in all mediums May 19 Bradley University April 6 any of our food stations. Entertainment includes including but not limited to drawing, digital art, >> Fourth Friday Spring Commencement Opening Night with the cultural music from each of the Sister Cities, and May 1-May 4 jewelry making, painting, photography, sculpture On the Fourth Friday of every month, Peoria Civic Center - Peoria Peoria Chiefs "The New Peorians" TV series will be running Spring Fest and textiles. between April and August, enjoy Approximately 1,000 students graduate from Dozer Park – Peoria throughout the night. The Hayloft Shops - Mossville local art, mingle with artists, view Bradley at the end of each academic year. This Welcome back the Peoria An event for all Hayloft shops including the gift, featured exhibits, watch performance spring, proud friends and family will join them for Chiefs at Dozer Park! April 27-28 gourmet, dress, and antique shops. demonstrations, listen to live music and Spring Work Day a ceremony at the Peoria Civic Center! explore local shops and restaurants April 20 Corn Stock Theater – Peoria throughout Tazewell County. Easter Egg Hunt in Tower Park It's time to get the 66th Summer Season under May 19 Tower Park - Peoria Heights way, and we are looking forward to your help. Peoria Wingfest 2019 Grab the kiddos and head out to Tower Park for Join us at 9:00 am both days to help with getting Peoria Riverfront Festival Park - Downtown Peoria this annual Easter Egg Hunt. the Tent and Theatre Center spruced up for the season. We need all levels of ability, so if you May 23-May 26 Summer Camp Music Festival April 23 can't lift heavy objects, don't let that keep you Three Sisters Park - Chillicothe Senior Day at the Dome away. Hot coffee & snacks in the morning, and Civil War Days Avanti's Dome – Pekin lunch provided both days. Call (309) 676-2196. Summer Camp Music Festival's first event in 2001 brought about 1,000 patrons to enjoy over This resource fair will provide education from May 4-May 5 May 3-May 12 15 bands on two stages during the 2-day event local vendors, health screenings, bingo, cruise-in, April 28 "A Chorus Line" Civil War Days at Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe, IL. Since, door prizes, entertainment and lunch! Hosted Special Olympics - Spring Games Peoria Players Theater - Peoria Morton - Southwood Park Summer Camp has transformed the grounds by Farmington Country Manor, John Evans EastSide Centre - East Peoria A 9-time Tony Award-winner, A Chorus Line Two full days of educational displays, including annually, welcoming in more fans, more fun and Supportive Living and Pekin Park District Miller Watch Special Olympics Illinois athletes compete. examines one day in the lives of seventeen authentic camp sites, battle reenactments and way more music. This event is now the host of Senior Center. dancers, all vying for a spot in the “chorus line” opportunities to see up close the equipment and more than 20,000 attendees and 100 bands on of a Broadway musical. With heartfelt acting and conditions experienced by soldiers during the seven stages over three days (four if you make precision dancing, A Chorus Line is a singular, Civil War. There will also be a “candy-cannon” it to the Thursday Pre-Party!). Summer Camp is show-stopping sensation! and scavenger hunt. the biggest event in the Midwest every Memorial May 10-May 11 Day Weekend! IESA State Track Meets >> Peoria RiverFront Market Eastside Centre - East Peoria May 25-May 26 International Music, Wine And Craft Every Saturday, May 18 through May 11 Beer Festival September 28, Peoria’s RiverFront Peoria Heights Fine Art Fair Mackinaw Valley Vineyard - Mackinaw becomes an outdoor farmers’ and Peoria Heights This event features over 50 wines and 60+ artists’ market featuring local produce, The Village of Peoria Heights and The Peoria craft beers for tasting and purchase. The Lions meats, eggs, cheeses, fresh flowers, Heights Chamber of Commerce invite you to the Club will be providing food concessions with the baked goods, and more. The market Peoria Heights Fine Art Fair. Local artists will proceeds going for their charity. There will be highlights the best central Illinois has to be featured up and down Prospect Rd. in the Artisan cheese sampling and sales will be by offer including breads, coffee, pottery, On The Peoria Riverfront downtown business district. A portion of proceeds Ropp Jersey Cheese in the pavilion. Music will be jewelry, popcorn, dog treats, fresh from Art for a Cure will benefit the Susan G. performed throughout the day by amazing local flowers, made-to-order omelets and so Komen Affiliate. artists and bands. much more! Check out our Chopped June 14-16 Saturday music schedule: Cooking Contest on the first and third 11 am-3 pm Up the Creek Saturdays of each month, live music and 3-6:30 pm Greg Williams demonstrations each week! BRETT KANE BRETT 7-11 pm The Brazillionaires Sunday music schedule >> Sculpture Walk Peoria YOUNG BROWN ELDREDGE 12-3 pm Pocket Mouse Docent Led – Public Walking Tours 3-6 pm Emilele June through October – Saturday July 19-20 $10 admission includes a souvenir tasting glass Mornings at 10 am and Noon. Meet and 5 tasting tickets for ages 21 and over; $5 in the Lobby of the Peoria Riverfront May 18 admission ages 13-20; ages 12 and under free. Museum. Docent Guides will take you Ride the Rails - Chillicothe to Henry Visit www.MackinawValleyVineyard.com. on a 75 minute tour of the Sculpture Downtown Chillicothe Walk on Washington Street. The train will take passengers along the scenic May 29-June 2 river route between Chillicothe and Henry in five Washington Good Neighbor Days >> Morton Farmer's Market vintage passenger cars. Chillicothe will host Washington Tuesdays, June 4-September 3 Sept 14 food, entertainment in city park, and free tours of Good Neighbor Days is Washington's community Head to Morton's Church Square, 225 E. the historic Rock Island Depot Museum. festival, held annually. Five days of festival fun, Jefferson, on Tuesdays from 3:30 pm – Round Trip Departures: community activities, live entertainment and 6:30 pm to shop an assortment of fruits, 9 am /10:30 am /12 pm/1:30 pm fireworks...plus so much more! local specialties, crafts, vegetables and DIAMOND RIO Board Train at Cedar and 3rd Street organic food. General Inquiries: 309-274-3107 May 31-June 1 Proceeds Benefit Community Fire Services IHSA State Softball WWW.TAILGATENTALLBOYS.COM Eastside Centre - East Peoria

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May 31-June 8 June 7-June 9 June 11 "Shrek the Musical" Tremont Turkey Festival 2019 Walk for a Ride >> Indulgence Tours Corn Stock Theater - Peoria Tremont Park - Tremont Mineral Springs Park Lagoon & Pavilion - Every-other-month, April - Join us in kicking off "Down home, where they know you by name and Pekin December, dine in downtown Corn Stock Theatre's treat you like family..." The lyrics of this famous The Miller Senior Center provides over 400 Morton for an experience {EVENTS} 66th Summer Season! song by Alabama just seem to fit our town. But round-trip rides in one month's time transporting centered around a special Based on the Oscar- don't take our word for it — come on over and seniors to medical and personal appointments flavor of life. Dining winning DreamWorks see for yourself as we kick off summer. You'll and pharmacy and grocery stores. Help fund opportunities with themed Animation film, Shrek The Musical is a Tony discover that food is a huge part of our festival. this service at the 13th Annual Walk for a Ride. items will be available, Award-winning fairy tale adventure, featuring From strawberry shortcakes, to pancakes and Registration and vendors are located at the along with featured Pavilion, and participants walk the lagoon path. all new songs from Jeanine Tesori (Thoroughly Hornbaker Gardens sausage on Saturday morning, to our famous items at our local Modern Millie; Caroline, or Change) and a grilled turkey, we have plenty of options to offer This event raises money and awareness and Olde English Faire shops. sidesplitting book by David Lindsay-Abaire. Shrek and we encourage you to try them all." ensures that our local seniors have transportation April 4 - The Pineapples June 7-June 9 brings all the beloved characters you know from for future needs. June 21-June 23 June 6 - The Tomatoes Open House and Hosta Walk the film to life on stage and proves there's more June 8-June 19 Olde English Faire Hornbaker Gardens - Princeton August 1 - The Peaches to the story than meets the ears. Studio Tour/Art Walk June 13-June 16 Wildlife Prairie Park - Hanna City Join us for refreshments, door prizes, gardening October 3 - The Apples Downtown Havana Steamboat Days Festival Hear ye, hear ye! Join us for our annual workshops, and a stroll through the exceptionally December 14 - The Caramels The Illinois River Valley Artists will host their first Peoria Riverfront medieval faire. Shop for treasures, play in the beautiful gardens. This annual event offers many studio tour and art walk featuring local artists Taking place on the Riverfront in downtown Children's Kingdom, taste the fine foods of the JUNE 2019 items with special pricing including a long list of >> Movie Nights at Tower Park June 1-June 2 from the region as well as guest artists. Visit Peoria, the annual Steamboat Days Festival Renaissance, sip in Ye Olde Tavern, hear the hostas. The Backyard Party Guys will have their Grab your chairs, blankets and family and Canton Art on Main Fine Arts Festival studios as well as local downtown venues for art combines a carnival, delicious food and drinks, sweet melodies of musicians and so much more. food truck here for lunch on Friday and Saturday. head to Tower Park in Peoria Heights and Downtown Jones Park - Canton viewing and shopping. great musical entertainment and more in a family- It will be fun for the whole family! watch a movie under the stars: June 1, June This festival will feature original art from the friendly atmosphere! June 8-June 9 27, July 13, July 25 and August 10. best of our Midwest artists. Come to view and June 21-June 29 "Centennial Celebration Revue" to purchase excellent art pieces in painting/ June 14-June 16 "Baskerville: A Sherlock Holmes Mystery" Peoria Players Theater - Peoria drawing, jewelry, clay/ceramic, photography, Tailgate N' Tallboys Corn Stock Theater - Peoria The finale of our 100 years is the Centennial >> Sunday Funday at glass, sculpture, textiles, and wood. Peoria Riverfront Sherlock Holmes is on the case! The male heirs Celebration Revue. This narrative and musical Stag Beer Garden Join us for this concert series featuring Brett of the Baskerville line are being dispatched one retrospective is a reflection of Peoria Player’s Enjoy a relaxing Sunday afternoon in June 5-June 9 Young, Brett Eldredge and more! by one. To find their ingenious killer, Holmes and ten-decade history! the Stag Tap’s Beer Garden on Main Claud-Elen Days Watson must brave the desolate moors before Street in downtown historic Havana, May City Park - Chillicothe the family curse dooms its newest heir. The 19-September 8. Live music is scheduled for Enjoy carnival rides, bags tournament, the Ms. intrepid investigators try to escape a dizzying web every afternoon; visit their Facebook page for Chillicothe and Mr. Chillicothe pageants, a parade, of clues, silly accents, disguises, and deceit as lineup and details. beer tent, live entertainment and vendors. five actors deftly portray more than 40 characters onstage! Does the wild hellhound prowl the moors of Devonshire? Join the fun and see how far from elementary the truth can be.

June 22 Peoria Park District's 125th Anniversary We Are Canton Cruise -In Celebration Glen Oak Park - Peoria June 14 Join us in celebrating the Peoria 28th Annual Canton Cruise-In Park District's 125th anniversary! Downtown Jones Park - Canton The evening's events will include This great event is for the whole family. a "dinner tour" that travels through Thousands of classic car enthusiasts and bike Glen Oak Park. More details to lovers come to the area to see restored cars, come! PEORIA special vehicles and custom motorcycles. More than 350 cars and 100 bikes are on display June 23 each year. We feature food, music, and free kids Backyard Talent Show for St. Jude >> The Art of the Brick Tours, Rentals, Leasing & Sales activities! Idlewood Park Pavilion - Morton Don't miss the World's Largest LEGO A group of talented kids showing the world that Exhibition at the Peoria Riverfront Museum, 15 Offices June 15 fundraising for St. Jude doesn't have to be left up May 25-September 9. Car Show to the adults. Come experience the show or be a Levee District - East Peoria participant! >> Concerts in the Vineyard maloofrealty.com Head to the Levee District in East Peoria to see Outdoor concerts at the Central Illinois Cruisers show off their wheels! June 25 Mackinaw Valley Vineyard We're expecting 300+ cars, so this cruise-in is not American Girl Day feature local classic one to miss! Downtown Morton rock and country bands Bring your children to downtown Morton and with talent to spare, and June 15 enjoy an event centered around your American music that will keep you The Steamboat Classic Girl. There will be special dining opportunities entertained and dancing Downtown Peoria and offerings in downtown stores to celebrate all night. Music starts at Central Illinois' premier running experience is your child! 7pm and ends at 11pm. more than a race- it's your community event. Attracting runners from around the world and around the block, the Steamboat Classic is an equal-opportunity athletic event, welcoming walkers, joggers and runners of all ages and ability levels.

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June 30 July 20 August 23-August 25 August 30 52nd Annual Itoo Shish-Ka-Bob Hero Day Peoria Irish Fest Fan Appreciation Night Itoo Hall - Peoria Downtown Morton Peoria Riverfront Dozer Park - Peoria The Itoo Society welcomes you to enjoy a menu Bring your children to downtown Morton from 10 You’ll love what we have planned for you: Cheer on the Peoria Chiefs and enjoy fan specials!

{EVENTS} of beef and chicken kabobs, cabbage rolls, am - 2 pm and enjoy a SUPER event. There will outstanding music and dance; Celtic culture Lebanese salad, and pita bread served from be special dining opportunities and offerings in galore through Highland Games, exhibits and 11 am-7 pm. Cost is $13 for adults and $6 for downtown stores! interactive sessions; delicious food and drink; children. For more information, please call 309- plus legions of laughs and mounds of memories! 676-9725 or visit society.itoohall.com. July 26 Bike Night Downtown Pekin Grand National TT's Morton Super Cruise Bring the family and view hundreds of custom bikes on display. There will be food, live music July 6 August 17 and lots of adult beverages. Shop our food and Downtown Super Cruise & Tractor Show 73rd Annual American Flat Track Grand Blues and Heritage Festival Downtown Morton merchandise vendors and enjoy the amazing National Championship Peoria TT Visit downtown Morton from 4- 8 pm and see a custom bike display while listening to live music. Presented by the Country Saloon August 30-August 31 variety of unique cars and tractors! Always a great time that you will not want to miss! PMC Race Park - Bartonville Peoria Blues and Heritage Festival Get ready for the Indy 500 of AMA Flat Track Peoria Riverfront July 13 July 27 Racing on the legendary dirt PMC track-known Peoria Irish Fest This has been a staple end of summer event at Run for the Health of It Super Cruise nationally as "Thunder Valley." Includes two Peoria's beautiful Riverfront Festival Park for Pearce Community Center - Chillicothe Downtown Pekin jumps on the backstretch. 30 years. Festival goers will enjoy a world class Our 5K course has been certified by USA Track Bring the family and view hundreds of antique, August 24-August 25 lineup of artists from blues, roots, funk, soul and vintage and custom cars on display. There will be Red, White & BOOM! and Field and takes participants through the August 17-August 18 Bradley University Move-In Weekend everything in between. Help us bring downtown paved, flat streets of Chillicothe. The course food, face painting and more. Shop our food and Washington Art Festival Bradley University - Peoria to life as the event stretches off the waterfront begins and ends at Pearce Community Center. merchandise vendors while enjoying the mind Washington Park - Washington 5,400 students move in for the academic year into bars, venues and businesses through after JULY 2019 Breakfast and the awards ceremony will take blowing car display. This free family event is one Offering fine artists, live music, children's during this weekend, bringing Bradley's West Bluff hours events, late night club shows and much July 3 place in the Community Room immediately after you will not want to miss! activities, live artist demonstrations, caricature neighborhoods and Main Street businesses to life! more! Salute to the USA the race. artist, food, wine and beer tasting, and more. Dozer Park - Peoria Saturday, Aug. 17, 10 am-5 pm; Sunday, Aug. 18, Cheer on the Peoria Chiefs at Dozer Park and July 13 AUGUST 2019 10 am-4pm. stick around after the game for an amazing Kids Muddy Madness August 7 fireworks display! Morton 38th Annual Taste of Peoria Get muddy and have Peoria Riverfront July 4 fun while raising money Peoria area restaurants provide a taste of popular Red, White & BOOM! for an important cause menu items to a crowd of more than 50,000! Downtown Peoria from 9 am - 1 pm. Run Complete with fun activities and live music in a The largest Fireworks Celebration in Central through obstacles, get block party atmosphere! Illinois! dirty and have a BLAST then end your trek July 4 with the “Kid Wash”! The event is for children The 4th of July Celebration as young as 2 and as old as 17. Obstacles Pekin Stadium - Pekin are designed with the age group in mind and Stadium gates will open at 7pm with donation participants are grouped by age. Food and request of $5 for adults and $1 for children 12 entertainment available. and under. July 19-July 20 July 4 Larry's Casting Kids August 8-August 11 4th of July Celebration Havana Pekin Park District Lagoon - Pekin Back to the 80's Havana Riverfront Information stations on safety, rules, equipment, Peoria Players Theater - Peoria Celebrate the 4th of July in Havana beginning bait, live aquatic environment and casting will be Join the class of 1985 as they experience the with our annual parade and continue your day held on Friday evening. All those pre-registered fun and heartbreak of growing up in a totally at beautiful Riverfront Park and end with our that complete the stations will receive their awesome decade. Back to the 80's is a nostalgic amazing fireworks display over the Illinois River! own Larry’s Casting Kids fishing license, t-shirt, romp through the greatest hits of the decade. and a goodie bag. The fishing derby is held on Saturday with trophies, bait, breakfast, and August 10 17th Annual Riverfront Car Show prizes. Participants must attend station sessions Riverfront Park - Havana on Friday to be eligible for the Saturday derby. Enjoy a summer day on the Illinois River at the Participants will be divided into two person buddy Check out Riverfront Park in Havana and stroll through over teams, one over age 14 and one under age 13. a hundred classic cars at our annual car show, EnjoyPeoria.com/Events Registration deadline is Monday July 8, 2019 by also featuring vendors and food! for more details and 5:00 pm in the Recreation Office located in the Veteran’s Memorial Ice Arena. August 10 additional listings. Ignite Peoria July 19-July 20 Peoria Civic Center – Exhibit Halls Tailgate N' Tallboys Enjoy this arts and makers festival featuring Peoria Riverfront 100 interactive booths, 6 workshops, and 28 Join us for this concert series featuring Aaron performance groups from 9 am-5 pm. Lewis and more!

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September 6-September 8 September 21 SEPTEMBER 2019 Havana 46th Annual Oktoberfest Stark County Fall Festival Downtown Havana Stark County Grape Stomp Join us in downtown Havana for this 46th annual Come join us the third weekend in September for event. We kick off the event on Friday evening our Fall Festival Drive! Enjoy scenic views, hearty {EVENTS} at 6:00 pm with the biggest parade Havana food, unique shopping or fun old-fashioned family hosts! Enjoy beer, food, crafts, carnival, games activities all served up with a heaping helping of & contests, and of course the beer tent featuring hospitality fresh from the country! live entertainment all weekend long! September 27-September 28 September 11-September 14 IESA State Baseball 53rd Annual Morton Pumpkin Festival Eastside Centre - East Peoria Morton Luck O’ The Pumpkins will take September 28 over the Village during this four- Taste of Canton September 1 day family friendly festival in the Big Creek Park - Canton Grape Stomp and Harvest Festival "Pumpkin Capital of the World" The Taste of Canton will offer a variety of food Mackinaw Valley Vineyard - Mackinaw - 85% of the world's canned samples from our local eateries, specialty drinks, Come rain or shine to the Annual Grape Stomp, pumpkin is processed at the Libby's Pumpkin and feature live entertainment. Bring the family an event for those wishing to emulate Lucy and plant in Morton. The festival includes over 30 out to enjoy our kid’s activity area! get their “feet” wet in the wine. There will be wine special events and venues hosted and organized tasting and food by The Mackinaw Lions Club, by over 2,000 volunteers, and welcomes an September 27-September 29 plus Rod Vinny and Friends will be appearing estimated 70,000 visitors. Fine Art Fair throughout the day as MC’s and performing live Peoria Riverfront “stompin' rock." Everyone is welcome to dress up September 14 Experience art from 150 juried fine artists on for the Lucy Look-a-Like contest held at 3:30pm. Tailgate N' Tallboys Peoria's riverfront. Participate in the interactive There is no charge to enter and the $50 prize Peoria Riverfront community mural and other demonstrations. The this year will be shared between the children The final Tailgate N' little ones can create "make and take" projects. and adult division winners. There are grab bag Tallboys festival of the Food, beer and wine stations available. prizes for kid stomp winners and gift certificates year headlines Alabama for adult stompers. Face painting for kids of all and more! September 30-October 5 Bradley Homecoming Weekend ages! Call 309-359-9463 for details or email- Bradley University - Peoria [email protected]. September 20-September 22 Oktoberfest Bradley welcomes hundreds of alumni back to Peoria Riverfront their West Bluff campus for a week filled with Come experience the magic world of the big tent events, including a home soccer game at Shea where one leaves Peoria and enters Germany! Stadium! Enjoy delicious food, lively entertainment, and a wide variety of refreshments—including German beers and wine. There are several children’s OCTOBER 2019 activities—especially the Lindenhof Puppet October 5-October 6 • October 12-October 13 Theatre. Enjoy the German Heritage Tent with Spoon River Valley Scenic Drive exhibits that highlight the German culture and Fall Festival heritage in Central Illinois and their important Fulton County contributions to the city of Peoria. Celebrate art, history and culture at the Spoon River Drive- the first two weekends of each September 5-September 8 October! Travel up and down the river and stop Pekin Marigold Festival in each community to shop, eat and learn about EXPERIENCE LOWER ENERGY BILLS Mineral Springs Park - Pekin what makes each one unique! Great family fun, always the weekend after Labor Day. Join us for a carnival, parade, Art in the Park, Join the thousands of Ameren Illinois customers October 13 food, entertainment, kids area and so much more! Wheels O' Time 8th Annual Fall Festival who are experiencing lower energy bills and Wheels O' Time Museum - Dunlap reduced energy consumption thanks to the September 6-September 8 Enjoy music, a blacksmithing demonstration, The Hayloft Art Fair antique fire trucks, ambulance tours, model award-winning Energy Efficiency Program. We The Hayloft Shops - Mossville steam engines, plus interactive exhibits in the Stroll through our shops and peruse the works of can help you purchase energy-efficient lighting, Oktoberfest museum! 30 demonstrating artists on the lawns. upgrade to smart technology and recycle your old October 18-20 • October 25-27 September 21 working appliances. September 7 Wildlife Scary Park Autumn Fest Artisan Market Wildlife Prairie Park - Hanna City Hornbaker Gardens - Princeton Washington Square Specialty Shops - Start saving today — A Peoria area tradition Join us in our beautiful country setting for a day Washington during the season of filled with 30 fine artists, live music, wine and This is a fun family event featuring free carriage Visit AmerenIllinoisSavings.com/Experience fright, Wildlife Scary craft beer, local lunch fare, tasty treats, and more. rides, music, bouncy house, food vendors and Park offers a kid-friendly or call 1.866.838.6918 Ann Crosby will be working at her pottery wheel extended hours at all the stores on the Square. Halloween experience. and she welcomes you to give it a try. A rock This family event offers balancing artist, Matt Denault, will be creating trick-or-treating, hayrack rock sculptures in our streams and gardens. 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October 24-November 2 November 15-November 17 November 30 Christmas Show 15th Annual Christmas Extravaganza Hometown Holiday & The Haylofts Shops - Mossville Downtown Pekin Shop Small Saturday Come and discover many one-of-a-kind Nov. 15. • 4 pm-8 pm Morton decorations from around the world. Nov .16. • 10 am-4 pm Start your holiday season with a small-town {EVENTS} Nov.17. • noon-4 pm event. Shop locally, enjoy a Christmas tree October 25 A grouping of small retail businesses in the lighting, browse through vendor tents in our Trick or Treat Main Street Downtown area (Peek in Pottery, Just Jude's, Christmas Market, and meet up with Santa at this Downtown Morton Aryabella Boutique, The Zone, Maurie's R, Belle all-day event. Trick or Treat at our local shops and restaurants. Boutique, The Stove Shop, Classy Girl, and I DUNN That) have put together a Shop Hop Event November 30 October 25 where one lucky person with a punch card will win Christmas Courtyard of Lights & Spooktacular a $25 gift certificate from each participating shop. Downtown Merchant Mingle Pearce Community Center - Chillicothe Along the way enjoy refreshments, door prizes, Downtown Havana Come to Pearce Community Center for our specials, and fun. Contact Kountry Nook for more Enjoy a festive day of hometown holiday events, annual Halloween Spooktacular. More than info at 309-353-4005. featuring a Christmas parade, music, Santa 40 ghoulish games, freaky fun, and monster Claus in his house, and lighting of the courtyard munchies await you. There will be a costume Christmas lights. Take time to stroll the downtown contest and entertainment. Admission is free. streets and visit all of our shops and boutiques for Game and food tickets will be available for an evening of shopping and holiday cheer. purchase.

October 26 DECEMBER 2019 Halloween Event December 1 Downtown Peoria Heights Pekin Winter Wonderland Parade Dress up in your best costume and bring the Festival of Lights James Field to Mineral Springs Park - Pekin kiddos for trick or treating. Credit: Chris Jacobs This parade starts at 3:00 pm at James Field, continues down Broadway, and ends at Mineral November 16 Springs Park. There will be activities at the park NOVEMBER 2019 Festival of Lights Parade and free hot chocolate and cookies. While folks November 2 Downtown East Peoria are waiting for parade, kids can have pony rides 16th Annual Woodcarver, Craft, Art, The parade kicks off the Festival of Lights and the and there will be hay rack rides through the Quilt & Lapidary Show holiday season. Approximately 30 floats created park to see the 400 lighted/decorated Christmas Miller Center - Pekin entirely of LED lights will illuminate the streets of trees. We end our festival with a sing-a-long and Join us for woodcarving & lapidary East Peoria along a 3-mile parade route. fireworks over the Lagoon. demonstrations, carving faces, shaker boxes, water fowl, handmade fall and Christmas November 22-December 31 December 5-December 7 decorations, craft sales, handmade quilts on FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland Gingerbread Fest display, raffle drawings and lunch served at 11:30 East Peoria The Hayloft Shops - Mossville am sponsored by Hallmark House Nursing Center. Drive through this spectacular holiday attraction Enjoy everything Gingerbread at the Gourmet in an electric park featuring lighted displays and Shop. floats. Tune in to 107.5 for festive holiday music while you drive! December 5 Candlelight Stroll November 29 Washington Square Specialty Black Friday Fitness Bash Shops - Washington Pearce Community Center - Chillicothe A fun night for the whole family Burn off those Thanksgiving calories with a series with free carriage rides, plus of 30 minute aerobics classes. Stay for one, two, visits with Santa and the talking or all of the classes. FREE and open to the public. Christmas Tree. Stores open late!

November 3 December 6 92nd Annual Itoo Supper Christmas on Court Itoo Hall - Peoria Court Street - Pekin The Itoo Society welcomes you to help celebrate Visit Santa, take a horse drawn carriage ride with all-you-can-eat cabbage rolls, chicken with down Court and check out all the great shops that rice, baked kibba, stewed green beans, golden line the street. Each will feature activities, snacks fried chicken, whipped potatoes with gravy, and sales! Lebanese salad, and pita bread from 11 am-7pm. Cost is $16 for adults and $8 for children. There will be a bake sale running throughout the day, and carry-outs are also available. For more Santa Claus Parade FRESH CRAFT BREWS MADE ON SITE information, please call 309-676-9725 or visit UPSCALE PUB FARE WITH A TWIST society.itoohall.com. November 29 132nd Annual Santa Claus Parade FAMILY-FRIENDLY DINING IN A HISTORIC SETTING Downtown Peoria SUNDAY BRUNCH AND DAILY SPECIALS The annual Santa Claus Parade - the longest Christmas on Court running holiday parade in the country - returns to BOCCE AND BEER GARDEN Peoria. Please join the city in this great tradition as the parade takes a magical journey through 321 NE MADISON | DOWNTOWN PEORIA | 11A-11:30P DAILY the downtown streets of Peoria. Mobedandisaacs.com L 52 EnjoyPeoria.com EnjoyPeoria.com 53 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

December 6-December 8 December 14 Santa's Wildlife Express Santa Cause 5K • Peoria Wildlife Prairie Park - Hanna City Join us for Peoria's most festive, family-fiendly Write a letter to Santa, ride the train through the 5K! Each registrant receives a five-piece Santa

{EVENTS} Enchanted Forest, decorate cookies, learn about suit to don as they run the course in search of birds of prey, pet our skunks Tink and Tank, make milk and cookies! holiday gifts to take home, play games and more at Santa's Wildlife Express!

December 7 Santa's Wildlife Express It's A Wonderful Heights Downtown Peoria Heights December 6 Check out all the wonderful holiday deals Crimson Door Holiday Gift Show this season at our local retail and dining Peoria Art Guild - Peoria establishments, you are sure to find the perfect Come enjoy some holiday shopping while gifts for all your shopping needs this season. supporting local fine artists. This show will stay up through Christmas and will be open during our December 14 Santa Cause 5K regular business hours. Check out our website for Chocolate in the Heights more information www.peoriaartguild.org Downtown Peoria Heights Indulge in an evening of December 6 CHOCOLATE delights, Old Fashioned Christmas Walk where participating shops/ Jones Park - Canton restaurants will stay open Check out Carriage rides, trolley rides, Santa's House and later and offer some type EnjoyPeoria.com/Events Christmas carols are all a part of this annual of chocolate theme: event. Enjoy beautifully decorated store windows gourmet chocolates, for more details and and trees wrapped in twinkling lights in Jones chocolate wine or liquor, Park. Merchants around the downtown area discounts on chocolate- additional listings. will be open late to show their appreciation to colored items and other customers. sweet deals!

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JANUARY 2020 MARCH 2020 January 10-January 12, 2020 March 12-March 14 Central Illinois Auto Show IHSA Boys Basketball Peoria Civic Center - Peoria 1A-2A State Finals Peoria Civic Center - Peoria {EVENTS} Head out to the Peoria Civic Center for the Central Illinois Auto Show! Representatives from Be a part of the ORIGINAL March Madness - the all major automobile companies will be on hand IHSA Boys Basketball 1A-2A State Tournament! to show off the latest vehicle models. Catch The fun starts with the three point contest a glimpse of the new 2020 models and sleek Thursday, followed by the semi-finals and re-designs at the Central Illinois Auto Show. championship games Friday through Saturday! We promise excitement for the whole family. Central Illinois Auto Show Entertainment all weekend along with exhibitors. March 12-March 21 IHSA March Madness Experience Peoria Civic Center - Peoria FEBRUARY 2020 While enjoying the Boys Basketball State Finals February 28-March 1 inside the Peoria Civic Center arena, make sure Official Spring Home Show to check out the March Madness Experience™. Peoria Civic Center - Peoria This a family-oriented extravaganza of fun, More than 250 companies make this show the interactive games, historical exhibits and good largest of its kind in Central Illinois. It features times! everything for the home - inside and out - all under one roof! Each year, approximately March 19-March 21 20,000 local consumers use the show to make IHSA Boys Basketball their buying decisions for new homes, home 3A-4A State Finals remodeling and home improvement purchases! Peoria Civic Center - Spring Home Show Peoria Be a part of the ORIGINAL March Madness - the IHSA Boys Basketball 3A-4A State Tournament! The fun starts with the three point contest Thursday, followed by the semi-finals and championship games Friday through Saturday!

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