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Week of September 12, 2010

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Peoria Pride Festival
Peoria Pride Festival

Peoria Pride was organized through the efforts of volunteers who have created a new non-profit organization, the Central Illinois Alliance for Diversity and Equality. The inaugural Peoria Pride Festival was held at the CEFCU Stage on Peoria’s RiverFront in 2009 and was a great success. The festival returns in 2010 to... celebrate community, diversity and acceptance and will feature activities, music, guest speakers, food, drink and much more! For further info, visit www.ciadeillinois.org

Admission:  $5

Sunday, September 12, 2010
CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing


Spirit of Peoria Starved Rock Trip
Spirit of Peoria Starved Rock Trip
Sit back and relax while we gently paddle our way along the scenic Illinois River Valley. Enjoy the wonder of natural beauty and history on this unique mode of transportation. Overnight Trip to Starved Rock State Park, September 13 - 14. For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com ...

Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest

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

Festival Park & CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing


Live at the Five Spot
Live at the Five Spot

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.



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.



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!



Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest

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

Festival Park & 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



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.