The Peoria Park District and the German American Central Society are pleased to welcome back the annual German Festival, Oktoberfest, for its 12th anniversary!  This 3-day event showcases German heritage through song, dance, food, drink, cultural exhibits and much more.  Don't miss the talented German bands and musicians on multiple stages, vendors, and much more!  If Polka music isn't your thing, enjoy an evening of mainstream music in the "Oompah-Free Zone" at the CEFCU Center Stage!  Put on your authentic German attire and head down to the RiverFront for a true cultural experience.  For more information, please visit www.peoriagermans.com.

Location: Festival Park / CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing

Admission: $7 adults / $3 kids under 12 / FREE for kids under 3

Enjoy jazz music from Preston Jackson and Friends.

Admission: $7 for members ($10 for nonmembers); $6 for student and senior members ($9 for student and senior nonmembers); $3 for 16 and younger.  Students with valid school ID and seniors age 65 and older.

Carriage rides available 7 p.m. - 11:30 p.m. every Friday and Saturday evening through September (weather permitting).  Pick-up available at River Station, Hotel Pere Marquette, and The Landing.

Call Carriage Classics for details!  (309) 579-2833