This 4th of July, the skies about the Peoria and East Peoria Riverfronts will be lit with the largest fireworks display ever seen in Central IL, building upon the new era of cooperation from both sides of the Illinois River. Schedules and locations of daytime activities will be listed on JMP Radio Group station’s websites, as well as those for The Cities of Peoria and East Peoria. Fireworks will begin at approximately 9:30pm and are synchronized to a special soundtrack broadcast on JMP Media Group stations!

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.

Boarding:  12:45 p.m.
Cruise:  1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com

 

The Peoria Municipal Band returns for another summer series of free concerts on the RiverFront in 2010. Join us on Wednesdays in July at the CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing! Whether it be famous marches or big band tunes, you are sure to be tapping your toes and clapping along to these outstanding musicians.

Gates open at 6:30pm. Admission is FREE.

The 2010 edition of the annual CEFCU Jazz Series continues tonight on the RiverFront! This year’s lineup once again features talented musicians showcasing their talents right here in Peoria. Don’t miss tonight’s live jazz performance by Billy Cook Quartet. This FREE Thursday night series features local jazz artists and... is supported by CEFCU and the Illinois Jazz Society.

Gates open at 6:30pm. FREE admission.

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.

Boarding:  12:45 p.m.
Cruise:  1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com

Join the Captain and crew for one of our spectacular themed cruises. Relax, dine and cruise as you listen to local musicians. Food and beverage will be themed towards the music of each cruise. Coffee, tea and soft drinks are complimentary. Remember advanced reservation and payment is necessary for all cruises, as only advance paid reservations have guaranteed seating!

Mystery Cruise:
Who done it? And why? This interactive cruise is more than a shot in the dark. The cast of the Champaign-Urbana Theater Company will dine and mingle with you as the mystery unfolds!

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com

Carriage rides in Downtown Peoria by Carriage Classic every Friday and Saturday evening through October.

For more information, call 579-2833.

Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment welcomes moe. back to Peoria's RiverFront! Join us tonight (Fri, July 9) to see moe. live at the CEFCU Center Stage. Gates open at 7pm, music begins at 8pm. More info available at www.jaytv.com.

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!

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.

Boarding:  12:45 p.m.
Cruise:  1:00 - 2:30 p.m.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com

Carriage rides in Downtown Peoria by Carriage Classic every Friday and Saturday evening through October.

For more information, call 579-2833.

Are you ready to rock?! Join us tonight at the CEFCU Center Stage for the RiverFront debut of Chicago’s very own Rock Candy. Rock Candy is "Sweetness for your Ears!” Playing a mix of Dance, Hip Hop, Pop Rock and 80's, there is definitely something for everyone in this Chicago based party band. With lead singer Molly Callinan, returning from her off broadway debut in The Dirty Dancing Musical, who brings both an incredible voice and a fun performance to the stage. Molly is backed by a band filled with talented musicians who take great pride in the quality of their sounds and the variety of the music they perform. Don’t miss this summertime party on the RiverFront featuring special guests The Wonder Dogs!

 

New for 2010 - Tonight also features LIVE ART. Local artists like Phoebe Johnson(paintermuralist), Brad Motteler (paintermuralist), and James Flanigan(sculpturepainter) will be creating a collaborative painting during the concert. Raffle tickets will be given out and one lucky winner will receive the finished collaborative painting at the end of the night!