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Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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

 



CEFCU Jazz Series
CEFCU Jazz Series

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 the Swing Daddies. 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.

Thursday, August 5, 2010
CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing


Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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



Peoria Cabaret ~ The Awesome 80's Prom!
Peoria Cabaret ~ The Awesome 80's Prom!

Peoria Cabaret Theatre presents: The Awesome 80's Prom! Doors open at 6pm. Dinner and show at 6:30pm. $35pp.  For more information, visit www.peoriacabarettheatre.com



Carriage Rides
Carriage Rides

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

For more information, call 579-2833.



The Boat Drunks Concert
The Boat Drunks Concert

Take another trip to Peoria’s hot spot with fan favorite The Boat Drunks featuring special guest Laura Clark Band! Cruise on over to the CEFCU Center Stage for a night of Parrott Head Heaven and your favorite liquid libation from The Landing bar. The Boat Drunks are your perfect summertime band that you won’t want to miss!

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!

 

Gates open at 7:30pm. Admission is $7.

 

Friday, August 6, 2010
CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing


RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

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!



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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



Peoria Cabaret ~ The Awesome 80's Prom!
Peoria Cabaret ~ The Awesome 80's Prom!

Peoria Cabaret presents: The Awesome 80's Prom! Doors open at 6pm. Dinner and show at 6:30pm. $35pp.  For more information, visit www.peoriacabarettheatre.com.



Carriage Rides
Carriage Rides

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

For more information, call 579-2833.



Wedding Banned Concert
Wedding Banned Concert

Skip the ceremony and start the party!  Wedding Banned is a musical experience, a show, an event and something you will not forget. Wedding Banned plays all your favorite hits from the 80's, 90's and beyond. Wedding Banned picks two members from the audience to become the "bride" and "groom" and turns every show into the ultimate wedding reception. Whether it's the bride and groom on stage during the garter toss, or beautiful ladies from the audience rocking with the band, you can throw the rules of a traditional rock show out the window. Walk down the aisle to the CEFCU Center Stage at the Landing and catch this show - featuring special guests Josh Means Band!

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!

 

Gates open at 7:30pm. Admission is $7.

 

Saturday, August 7, 2010
CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing