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    RIVERFRONT DISTRICT WEST MAIN STREET DISTRICT WAREHOUSE DISTRICT CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT

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Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com



Peoria Chiefs Baseball
Peoria Chiefs Baseball

Peoria Chiefs vs Great Lakes

www.peoriachiefs.com



Peoria Chiefs Baseball
Peoria Chiefs Baseball

Peoria Chiefs vs Great Lakes

www.peoriachiefs.com



Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros
Edward Sharpe & The Magnetic Zeros

Doors Open at 7:00pm
Showtime: 8:00pm
Tickets: $25 in advance (coming soon)

More info...



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com



CEFCU Jazz Series Featuring Change Up
CEFCU Jazz Series Featuring Change Up

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.  More info...



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com



Central Illinois BBQ Throwdown
Central Illinois BBQ Throwdown

The 6th Annual Central Illinois BBQ Throwdown will be held on Peoria’s Riverfront in Festival Park. This Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned event, formerly held in Morton, Illinois, is moving to the Peoria RiverFront later this summer. In addition to the BBQ competition, spectators will be able to participate in a backyard BBQ throwdown, people’s choice tasting, craft and vendor fair, kid’s activities, bags tournament, and enjoy quality live entertainment.
More info...

Festival Park @ Peoria’s RiverFront

Friday 5:00PM – 11:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00PM



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 Mardra & Reggie Thomas.  For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org

Admission is $8 for members ($12 for nonmembers), $7 for student & senior members ($11 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 ~  8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.  Visit www.peoriacac.org for more details.



Magician Mitch Williams at New Amsterdam
Magician Mitch Williams at New Amsterdam

 

New Amsterdam Bar & Restaurant on the Peoria riverfront proudly presents the unforgettable tableside close up magic of international award winning sleight of hand artist, Mitch Williams.  Ongoing, Friday and Saturday evenings.  Free to dining and bar customers.

 

Fridays and Saturdays, 6:00 PM -- 8:30 PM

New Amsterdam Bar and Restaurant

120 SW Water St.

Peoria, IL  61602

 

http://www.mitchwilliamsmagic.com/current.html

http://www.Facebook.com/MitchWilliamsMagicalArtist



Spirit of Peoria Moonlight Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Moonlight Cruise

Enjoy Peoria’s evening skyline by the light of the moon. Live entertainment is included with your ticket for this 2 hour cruise. A cash bar is available. Ask about private deck rental at reduced rates—perfect for rehearsal dinners or class reunions!

Tickets available at the dock. No reservations required.
www.spiritofpeoria.com

 



Too White Crew
Too White Crew

It’s Too White Crew in the hizzouse! Check out the world’s first all live hip hop tribute band, throwin’ down old school anthems in a way the world has never seen or heard before! If the music isn’t enough for you, check out the Fly Crew dancers bringin’ back all those hot moves from back in the day. This show is one you can’t miss. Word to your mutha.

CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing, gates open 7:30PM, show 8:30PM

Admission: $7

More info...
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Too-White-Crew/47221700381
Website: www.toowhitecrew.com



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features: Adam Larson

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



RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

You'll find exceptional taste and freshness all season long.  Don't miss out on the best selection of  fresh produce, local meats, eggs, berries, breads and cheeses in Central Illinois!  Everything is locally grown and brought directly from farms and gardens each week.

We also feature a one-of-a-kind selection of art including pottery, blown glass, jewelry, wood turned items, candles, soaps and more~ all handcrafted by local artists!

We are located in the River Station parking lot (212 SW Water St), directly across from the Peoria Riverfront Museum.  Plenty of free parking is available in surrounding lots and streets.  Watch for new vendors, more entertainment, and lots of fun in the 2016 season!  More info...



Sunbeam Building Vintage Market
Sunbeam Building Vintage Market

Local Food, Music, Shops & More

Antiques, Clothing, Industrial, Mid-Centruy, Repurposed, Salvaged, Shabby Chic, Upcycled, and more...
Free Event - Rain or Shine!

900 block of N. Sheridan Rd in the West Main St District of Peoria.

Lots of vintage vendors. Local music and food. Shop neighboring businesses and check out the numerous art studios in the Sunbeam Building.

More info...



Central Illinois BBQ Throwdown
Central Illinois BBQ Throwdown

The 6th Annual Central Illinois BBQ Throwdown will be held on Peoria’s Riverfront in Festival Park. This Kansas City Barbeque Society sanctioned event, formerly held in Morton, Illinois, is moving to the Peoria RiverFront later this summer. In addition to the BBQ competition, spectators will be able to participate in a backyard BBQ throwdown, people’s choice tasting, craft and vendor fair, kid’s activities, bags tournament, and enjoy quality live entertainment.
Tickets: TBA

More info...

Festival Park @ Peoria’s RiverFront

Friday 5:00PM – 11:00 P.M.

Saturday 10:00 AM - 11:00PM



Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

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, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River.
www.spiritofpeoria.com

*note ealier time than normal sightseeing cruises



Obed & Isaac’s Sneak Peek
Obed & Isaac’s Sneak Peek

Obed & Isaac’s Sneak Peek

Benefiting St. Jude

 

If you’ve been anxiously awaiting the opening of Obed & Isaac’s Microbrewery and Eatery, here’s your chance to see it (and taste it!) before anyone else. Located in the historic Cornerstone Building in downtown Peoria, Obed & Isaac’s is breathing new life into one of Peoria’s most prized landmarks.

 

Where: Obed & Isaac’s Microbrewery and Eatery, 321 NE Madison Ave, Peoria, IL.

 

When: July 23rd from 4:00 pm – 7:00 pm

 

What: Beer. Really tasty beer! Wine. That too! Appetizers. Yum! Music by Chris Tarpley. He’s amazing! Bocce ball. You’ll love it! Tours of the joint. Wow!

 

Why: To raise money for the Running Central to Peoria St. Jude Run- and help beat childhood cancer.

 

 

Tickets are $50/person. A maximum of 200 tickets will be sold and are only available here http://waystohelp.stjude.org/sjrma/register.htm?_flowId=registration-flow&eventCode=MER17537

 

Buy them now while you can. Tickets will not be sold the day of the event.

The entire ticket price goes to St. Jude and it’s tax deductible.

 

This is a super casual event in the outdoor beer garden. Be prepared to take a construction tour of the property. Wear comfortable shoes, ladies!



Spirit of Peoria Murder Mystery Cruise
Spirit of Peoria Murder 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!

spiritofpeoria.com



Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen
Live Music at Rhythm Kitchen

Tonight Features: David Lumsden & Friends

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



Live Music at Martinis
Live Music at Martinis

Tonight Features: West MacQueen Street

Enjoy live music every weekend!  For a complete listing, visit, www.martinisonwater.com