Things to Do in Peoria, IL
Come to Peoria early and stay out late with all the exciting attractions and things to do in Peoria. Peoria’s unique riverfront location plays host to numerous outstanding live entertainment opportunities in the warmer months. Come and sample the different marvelous wines at one of Peoria’s three area wineries. Shop till you drop at our wide variety of malls and chic boutiques or set out on an adventure and experience the nature that Central Illinois has to offer at the local Peoria Zoo or the Wildlife Prairie Park. There's so many ways to “Play in Peoria," and you can find out about each one of our wonderful attractions below. Search by name or category, find out how to get there with the Google map application and much more!
Distinct Midwest seasons allow us to host an assortment of festivals, attractions and other fun in our communities, big and small. During the spring seasons we host the IHSA State Basketball March Madness Tournament, garden shows, music festivals and more! With the heat of summer, it’s the perfect time to head to Splashdown Waterpark to cool off or swing by the riverfront in the evenings to enjoy a variety of concerts at the CEFCU Center Stage. The fall months are the ideal time to take a tour on the Spirit of Peoria or a short drive to Morton for the annual Pumpkin Festival. The cool winter time is the only time to experience the East Peoria Festival of Lights or see the longest running parade in America, the Santa Claus Parade
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Clubs at River City, The
- 8603 N. University St.
- Peoria, IL 61615
- Phone: (309) 693-5700
- Fax: (309) 693-5705
Multipurpose health, racquet & fitness facility featuring 12 indoor and 8 outdoor tennis courts, indoor & outdoor pools, yoga, pilates, spinning, body pump, basketball, volleyball, cardiovascular & weight equipment, and youth fitness center are...
Conklin's Barn II Dinner Theatre
- 1451 Timberline Rd.
- Goodfield, IL 61742
- Phone: (309) 965-2545
- Fax: (309) 965-2735
We combine a wonderful buffet with hilarious professional comedies and musicals year round in our rustic barn built in 1941.
Contemporary Art Center of Peoria
- 305 S.W. Water St.
- Peoria, IL 61602
- Phone: (309) 674-6822
- Fax: (309) 497-3815
Peoria's cultural hub featuring art exhibitions, artist studios, art instruction, comedy improv, poetry nights, yoga and tai chi classes, jazz and blues performances. The Contemporary Art Center exhibits the work of living artists at the forefront of their...
Corn Stock Theatre
- 1700 N. Park Road
- Upper Bradley Park
- Peoria, IL 61604
- Phone: (309) 676-2196
- Fax: (309) 676-9036
Musicals - comedies - dramas, 5 shows throughout the summer. Live theatre in the round, in a tent, in the park, as well as winter (indoor) theatre October - March.
Cornerstone Academy for Performing Arts
- 511 N. Spalding Avenue
- Peoria, IL 61602
- Phone: (309) 620-3164
The Cornerstone Academy provides the highest level of classical ballet and dance training, adhering to a curriculum that teaches formation of character and stresses standards of excellence applicable to all areas of life.The Cornerstone is committed to enriching...
Detweiller Golf Course
- 8412 N. Galena Rd.
- Peoria, IL 61615
- Phone: (309) 692-7518
- Fax: (309) 686-3352
Nine hole executive course. Beautiful view of the Illinois River. Great for beginners and seniors.
Detweiller Marina
- 2 Carolina St
- Peoria, IL 61604
- Phone: (309) 673-6523
Located at #2 Caroline Street, 14 blocks from downtown
Phone - 309-673-6523 or Harbormaster's cell phone: 309-370-6767
Fax - 309-672-7889
OPEN: May 1 - November 1, seven days a week
•180 in-water slips ranging from 20' to 30', with state-of-the-art...
Dickson Mounds State Museum
- 10956 N. Dickson Mounds Rd.
- Lewistown, IL 61542
- Phone: (309) 547-3721
- Fax: (309) 547-3189
The premier on-site archaeological museum, located 45 miles southwest of Peoria, interprets the 12,000 year history of American Indian cultures in Illinois through artifacts, interpretive exhibits, major multi-image productions, hand-on activities, and a...
Donovan Golf Course
- 5805 N. Knoxville Ave.
- Peoria, IL 61614
- Phone: (309) 691-8361
Eighteen holes of golf. Beautiful rolling, irrigated terrain combines with water and bunkers to make this 6,168 yard course preferred by golfers with diverse handicaps.
Dragonland Water Park
- Mineral Springs Park
- 1701 Court St.
- Pekin, IL 61554
- Phone: 309 347-4000
- Fax: 347-3970
DragonLand has something for everyone, all on three-plus acres of immaculately kept park land with ample room to stretch out and soak up the rays! DragonLand is handicapped accessible and has an award winning lifeguard staff ready to make your visit a safe...
East Peoria Festival of Lights
- One Eastside Dr.
- East Peoria, IL 61611
- Phone: (309) 698-5437
The Annual East Peoria Festival of Lights kicks off with our Parade of Lights the Saturday night following Thanksgiving, and continues with nightly displays through New Year's Day! For more information on our attractions, please visit us at www.cityofeastpeoria.com.
Eastlight Theatre
- PO Box 8055
- East Peoria, IL 61611
- Phone: (309) 699-7469
- Fax: (309) 699-3419
A nonprofit regional community theater only five minutes from the Par-A-Dice Riverboat Casino. The air conditioned theater seats over 1,000 and features the best Midwest and Chicago professional entertainers.
Echo Valley Glass
- 608 W. Garfield Avenue
- Bartonville, IL 61607
- Phone: (309) 339-6244
Plan your visit at Echo Valley Glass featuring hand-blown glass with showroom and studio for public viewing. All work is made by hand using molten glass and various tools to shape and blow. Group tours are invited to schedule appointments and...
Festival 56
- 316 S. Main Street
- Princeton, IL 61356
- Phone: (815) 879-5656
- Alt. Phone: (866) 806-5656
Princeton Theater Group produces Festival 56, a month-long celebration of professional live-theater and related educational projects.www.festival56.com
Five Points Washington
- 360 North Wilmor Road
- Washington, IL 61571
- Phone: (309) 444-8222
- Fax: (309) 444-8220
A large multi-purpose facility that offers a complete fitness center, an aquatics center featuring a leisure pool and a competition pool, 2 court gymnasium with elevated walking track, senior center, youth birthday party packages, juice bar, 7,000 square...
Fon du lac Farm Park
- 305 Neuman Dr.
- East Peoria, IL 61611
- Phone: (309) 694-2195
- Fax: (309) 699-3419
Open May through Labor Day the Farm Park offers a unique affordable outing for families with young children; featuring live farm animals, playgrounds, antiques and concessions.
Fon du Lac Golf Course
- 123 Par 3 Ln.
- East Peoria, IL 61611
- Phone: (309) 699-4222
- Fax: (309) 699-3419
A 9-hole, par-3 golf course, challenging for the experienced golfer but also beginner-friendly for the novice. Great for a quick round and easy on your pocket book.
Fon du Lac Park District
- 201 Veterans Dr.
- East Peoria, IL 61611
- Phone: (309) 699-3923
- Fax: (309) 699-3419
Experience what over 1, 600 acres of parks, natural areas, riverfront and trails have to offer. Enjoy two golf courses, a picturesque marina and campground, Splashdown WaterPark, and a variety of recreational programs and activities for all ages.
Forest Park Nature Center
- 5809 Forest Park Dr.
- Peoria, IL 61614
- Phone: (309) 686-3360
- Fax: (309) 686-8820
500 acre Illinois Nature Preserve offering 7 miles of hiking trails ranging from rigorous uphill courses to flatter, less strenuous paths. The center also features a natural history museum, spacious bird watching room, nature hikes, guided walks and a nature...
From The Field Culinary Center & Catering
- 2029 S. Main St
- Morton, IL 61550
- Phone: (309) 263-6020
From the Field Cooking School and Catering, located in Morton, Illinois. Owner, William Turney is thrilled to share his passion for cooking with the Peoria Area. From the Field offers a variety of cooking classes and catering services. Classes are hands...
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