The RiverFront Market features local produce, meats, eggs, cheeses, fresh breads, flowers and much more! Plus local art, live music and demonstrations each week.
Every Saturday morning, June - September, 8 a.m. - noon, in Liberty Park.
Don't miss our Chef Demonstrations the first and 3rd Saturday of each month at 10:00 a.m. For more information, entertainment schedule and great recipes, click here!
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
Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.
Join the Captain and crew on Illinois' only authentic paddle-wheeler where kids and adults alike are fascinated by her tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available! Tickets may be purchased at the dock one-hour prior to cruise up to departure time, or may be purchased in advance at the Riverfront Visitor’s Center located next to our dock. Group discounts are available.
