The Peoria Park District proudly presents the return of River City Soul Fest — Peoria’s original celebration of soul and R&B music — now in its 26th year on the Peoria RiverFront!

2025 Headliners:
• Gospel Fest
Friday, August 1: Zacardi Cortez with Highly Phavord
Time: 6pm, Show Starts at 630pm
Tickets: $20 Advance + online fees /$25 Day of Show

• R&B Night
Saturday, August 2: Donell Jones with J. Holiday
Time: 6pm, Show Starts at 7pm
Tickets: $30 Advance + online fees /$40 Day of Show
VIP Tickets: SOLD OUT 

2 Day PASS: $42 + online fees – Available in ADVANCE only 
Children 6 and under receive free admission. 

*Unless otherwise noted, tickets can be purchased in person at the Noble Center (1125 W. Lake) and Proctor Recreation Center (309 S. DuSable St.) during regular business hours. No additional fees apply in-person purchases. *

This unforgettable weekend wouldn’t be complete without the powerful and uplifting performances of Gospel Fest, adding a rich spiritual dimension to the celebration.

Immerse yourself in the smooth grooves of R&B, the timeless melodies of Soul, and the soul-stirring power of Gospel. Our lineup features a dynamic mix of acclaimed artists and local favorites; promising nights filled with musical magic.

Come hungry! A variety of food vendors will be serving up everything from classic soul food to modern culinary creations — the perfect pairing for a weekend of great music.

Join us for a weekend that feeds your soul — with music, food, and community on the Peoria Riverfront. 

First Friday is a national movement among artists in many cities across the United States. Artists open their studios to present their work to the public.

First Friday events keep the arts in the forefront of a community.

 

Checkout Peoria's First Friday website for gallery openings and all the businesses who participate!

https://hellopeoria.co/first-friday

On the First Friday of the month, we are open from 6-9pm where you can come in to look around and purchase pottery.

At 7pm, if you are interested in trying the wheel out during our First Friday events, we schedule 45 minute sessions to take part in this opportunity.  A quick demonstration of throwing a pot is given.  Then everyone gets a chance to try throwing clay on their own wheel.  During this time, an instructor will be available to give hand-over-hand instruction to assist you in making a pot of your choice. 

Everybody keeps one piece (within the scale of a cereal bowl or coffee mug) which stays at the studio for finish work and firing.  When finished we notify you for pickup and, they are food-safe, dishwasher-safe, microwave-safe. 

Cost is $25/participant.  

Ages 5+ (children younger than 18 need be accompanied by an adult)

For upcoming dates, please refer to our Events Calendar (underneath).

We require pre-registration and pre-payment.  Please fill out the form underneath.  You will then receive an invoice which you can pay online.

Please show up no later than 6:45 if you will be throwing on the pottery wheels at the 7:00pm class.

Register here: https://www.wheelartpottery.studio/events/first-fridays-wheel-throwing

First Friday is a national movement among artists in many cities across the United States. Artists open their studios to present their work to the public.

First Friday events keep the arts in the forefront of a community.

 

Checkout Peoria's First Friday website for gallery openings and all the businesses who participate!

https://hellopeoria.co/first-friday