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Center for Prevention of Abuse Duck Race
Center for Prevention of Abuse Duck Race

Join us at Joe's Crabshack for the 24th Annual Duck Race.
Race starts at 3:00 p.m.
Visit www.centerforpreventionofabuse.org for more information or to buy your duck!



Erin Feis
Erin Feis

The Peoria Park District and the St. Patrick Society of Peoria are pleased to welcome back the annual Irish Festival, Erin Feis for its 16th anniversary Join us for this 3-day event that showcases Irish heritage through song, dance, food, drink, cultural exhibits and much more. Don’t miss the talented Irish bands and musicians on multiple stages, vendor marketplace, and much more throughout Festival Park! Entertainment will be announced soon.

Celtic Worship Service at 10:00 a.m.

Adults $9
Weekend pass $15
Children 12 and Under are FREE

For more info visit www.erinfeispeoria.com



Spirit of Peoria ~ St Louis to Grafton Cruise
Spirit of Peoria ~ St Louis to Grafton Cruise
Spirit of Peoria ~ St. Louis to Grafton 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! Click here for more information ...

Spirit of Peoria ~ Grafton to Florence
Spirit of Peoria ~ Grafton to Florence
Spirit of Peoria ~ Grafton to Florence 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! Click here for more information ...

Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival
Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival
 
**Moved indoors to Exposition Gardens** Visit website below for more details **
 
Can't wait to see you all at the 24th annual Budwesier Illinois Blues Festival featuring great blues entertainment on three stages at beautiful downtown Peoria´s Riverfront Park! Considered one of the top blues festivals in the Midwest, the Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival comprises two days of internationally known Blues artists and workshops and is produced by Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment.  For music line up and ticket info visit illinoisbluesfestival.com.


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 Preston Jackson & Friends  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.



Riverlife Gospel Dinner Cruise
Riverlife Gospel Dinner Cruise
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Celebrating their 16th year, Riverlife dinner cruises combine quality family-oriented entertainment and great food with the life-changing message of Jesus Christ. Musical styles and guest speakers vary with each cruise. Riverlife cruises are sponsored by Hands of Love Ministry.

 
2012 Prices
  • Adults: $45/person
  • Kids: $22.50/person (Ages 4–12)
  • Prices are all-inclusive
Times

The boat boards at 6:30PM and cruises from 7:00PM to 9:30PM

For tickets or more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com

 


Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features:  Full Flavor

Enjoy live music every weekend!   For a complete listing, visit www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz



RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

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!



Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival
Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival
** Moved indoors to Exposition Gardens ** See website below for details **
Can't wait to see you all at the 24th annual Budwesier Illinois Blues Festival featuring great blues entertainment on three stages at beautiful downtown Peoria´s Riverfront Park! Considered one of the top blues festivals in the Midwest, the Budweiser Illinois Blues Festival comprises two days of internationally known Blues artists and workshops and is produced by Jay Goldberg Events & Entertainment.  For music line up and ticket info visit illinoisbluesfestival.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.

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.

For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com