Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.
Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.
These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.
Spirit of Peoria ~
Peoria to Starved Rock
This wonderful overnight trip includes two relaxing days of cruising down the river. All-you-can-eat buffet meals—including the chef’s prime rib dinner—are served throughout the day. Entertainment includes live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, historical information at various spots, wilflife sightings, a tour of Starved Rock, and even a visit from Mark Twain! Lodging provided by the Starved Rock Lodge. Enjoy the slower pace of life on this unique paddleboat!
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Spirit of Peoria ~
Starved Rock to Peoria Cruise
Our single-day cruises are essentially abbreviated versions of our multiple-day trips, just without the overnight lodging. Entertainment includes live singing, guitar, banjo, and ragtime piano, storytelling, historical information at various spots, wilflife sightings, and more. Enjoy the slower pace of life on this unique paddleboat!
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Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.
Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.
These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.
In addition to a variety of food samples, the Taste of Peoria features live entertainment on two stages and Margaritaville/Specialty Cocktails for a unique alternative. PACE will provide a free Aaron's Limousine Service shuttle bus throughout downtown Peoria from 4:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Event is open: August 8, 2012
(Rain Date is August 9, 2012)
4:00pm until 11:00pm
Slide down to the CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing for a night of warm breezes and cool jazz.This FREE Thursday night series features local jazz artists and is supported by CEFCU and the Illinois Jazz Society.
Location:The CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing on Peoria’s RiverFront
Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.
Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.
These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.
Take a trip to Peoria’s hot spot with fan favorite The Boat Drunks!Cruise on over to the CEFCU Center Stage at The Landing for a night of Parrott Head Heaven and your favorite liquid libation.
Gates open at 7:30pm.
Cost: $7 per person – tickets available at the gate day of show
The RiverFront Market features local produce, meats, cheeses, 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 (corner of Liberty and Water Streets).
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!
Be a part of Illinois’ largest motorcycle festival as we celebrate the running of the Grand National TT Motorcycle Races. All of Central Illinois welcomes the thousands that hop on their motorcycles and celebrate the Budweiser Grand Nationals Weekend.
This annual event features an array of vendors, stunt shows, live music and plenty of ice cold beer to tie it all together.
Cruise along the picturesque Illinois River and relive the adventures of Mark Twain as the sounds of the calliope drift through the valley.
Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available. No reservations required.
These cruises are an hour and a half-long. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria.
