The Peoria Park District and the German American Central Society are pleased to welcome back the annual German Festival, Oktoberfest for its 14th 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 -- Fri (Captain Rat & The Blind Rivets) & Sat night (The Late Night Blues Brothers Band) from 8pm - 11pm! 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
Event Hours:
Fri 9/17: 5pm - 11pm
Sat 9/18: 11am - 11pm
Sun 9/19: 10:30am - 7pm
Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center. Tonight features Steve the Harp Blues Band! For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org
Admission is $7 for members ($10 for nonmembers), $6 for student & senior members ($9 for student & senior nonmembers). Students with valid school ID & seniors age 65 & older.
Live at the Five Spot Followed by Salsa lessons and dancing on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month and Swing lessons and dancing on the 4th Friday of each month~ 8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m. Visit www.peoriacac.org for more details.
