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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
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Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock Cruise
Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock Cruise
Spirit of 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!
For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com ...
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Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock to Peoria
Spirit of Peoria ~ Starved Rock to Peoria
Spirit of Peoria Starved Rock to Peoria
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!
For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com.
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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
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Taste of Peoria
Taste of Peoria
PACE is pleased to welcome back the Taste of Peoria to the RiverFront! Nearly 40 Peoria area restaurants are expected to take part in 2011 to provide a taste of their most popular menu items to a crowd of more than 50,000 local residents. A variety of appetizers, entrees, and desserts will be sold for one to two dollars each. In addition to a selection of seafood, BBQ, Italian, Indian, and Oriental cuisine, the Taste of Peoria features its own Margaritaville and live entertainment on two stages. Activities and food will be located throughout Festival Park and The Landing. Come enjoy the 2011 Taste Of Peoria for great food and live entertainment! Stay tuned for updates and the announcement of the entertainment lineup. For more information and event information visit www.peoriaevents.com.
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The 2011 edition of the annual CEFCU Jazz Series finishes up tonight on the RiverFront. This year’s lineup once again features talented musicians showcasing their talents right here in Peoria. Don’t miss tonight’s live jazz performance by Swing Daddies. This FREE Thursday night series features local jazz artists and is supported by CEFCU and the Illinois Jazz Society. Ice Cream will be available from Emack & Bolio's & The Landing Bar will be open to serve your favorite beverages.
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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
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Friday Night Water Street Fiesta
Friday Night Water Street Fiesta
The 300 Block of Water Street Comes ALIVE Every Friday!
June - September ~~ 5 - 10 p.m.
Cool Festival Vendors ~ Great Food ~ Eclectic Live Entertainment!
"Build Your Own" Taco Bar & Margaritas!
Visit www.waterstreetfiesta.com
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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.
River City Soul Fest
River City Soul Fest
One of the Peoria Park Districts signature events returns to the RiverFront in 2011. The first day (8/12) of the River City Soul Fest celebrates Gospel music with a variety of local choirs and performers and will be headlined by VaShawn Mitchell. Tickets will be $10 the night of the show.
Day two (8/13) will feature more local talent on stage to open for the R&B headlining act, BLACKSTREET. Accompanied by a live band, Blackstreet will be performing with its original members; Teddy Riley, Dave Hollister, Eric Williams, and Mark Middleton right here in Peoria!
Tickets for Saturday's show will be $20 and on sale at www.etix.com, all local Co-Op Records Stores, The Riverfront Visitor's Center and by phone at 1-800-514-ETIX.
Gates open at 5:30pm with entertainment beginning at 6:30pm. Get your tickets now for this excellent event!
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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!
For more information, visit www.spiritofpeoria.com
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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.
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!
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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
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River City Soul Fest
River City Soul Fest
River City Soul Fest – Friday Aug 12 & Saturday Aug 13, 2011
One of the Peoria Park Districts signature events returns to the RiverFront in 2011. The first day (8/12) of the River City Soul Fest celebrates Gospel music with a variety of local choirs and performers and will be headlined by VaShawn Mitchell. Tickets will be $10 the night of the show.
Day two (8/13) will feature more local talent on stage to open for the R&B headlining act, BLACKSTREET. Accompanied by a live band, Blackstreet will be performing with its original members; Teddy Riley, Dave Hollister, Eric Williams, and Mark Middleton right here in Peoria!
Tickets for Saturday's show will be $20 and on sale at www.etix.com, all local Co-Op Records Stores, The Riverfront Visitor's Center and by phone at 1-800-514-ETIX.
Gates open at 5:30pm with entertainment beginning at 6:30pm. Get your tickets now for this excellent event!
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Spirit of Peoria Tropical Rock & Roll for Your Soul
Spirit of Peoria Tropical Rock & Roll for Your Soul
Tropical Rock & Roll for Your Soul & Jimmy Buffet Night
Join the Captain and crew for one of our spectacular themed cruises. Relax, dine and cruise as you listen to local musicians. Food and beverage will be themed towards the music of each cruise. Coffee, tea and soft drinks are complimentary. Remember advanced reservation and payment is necessary for all themed cruises, as only advance paid reservations have guaranteed seating!
A Caribbean-themed Dinner Cruise. This cruise is a perennial SELL-OUT! Get your advance tickets early. There will be cheeseburgers grilled on the dock at 7 pm, the Boat leaves promptly at 8:30 pm
2011 Prices
- Adults: $35 / person
- Ages 21 and over only
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The boat boards at 7:00PM and cruises from 8:30PM to 10:30PM
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