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Greater Peoria Tailgater
Greater Peoria Tailgater

ESPN Chicago and the Chicago Bears Radio Network are hosting their only preseason party of the year in Peoria, and you’re invited! 

Join us on Monday, August 14th from for an afternoon packed with FREE football-related fun, including a live broadcast of Waddle & Silvy from the sun deck of Peoria Riverfront Museum (and some very special guests)!

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
Tailgater Party: noon-6 p.m. (Peoria Riverfront and lawn of the Peoria Riverfront Museum)
Live Broadcast of ESPN Chicago's Waddle and Silvy show: 2-6 p.m. (Sun Plaza of the Peoria Riverfront Museum)
After Party with live music from Top 4D: 6-8 p.m. (Peoria Riverfront)

www.choosegreaterpeoria.org/tailgater



Session with the Setters
Session with the Setters

Ever wanted to know more about routesetting? 

Join the First Ascent Peoria routesetting team on the 2nd Monday of every month for some climbing, learn about the setting process, and get a chance to give us some in-person feedback on the setting!

Free for FA members. Regular Day Pass rates apply for non-members.

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/595587601905092/595587615238424



Trivia Tuesday at Jack\'s on Adams
Trivia Tuesday at Jack\'s on Adams

It's Tuesday and you know what that means..TRIVIA TIME . A great excuse to stop in for dinner & drinks and maybe even win a $

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo at the Peoria Civic Center
Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo at the Peoria Civic Center

Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo at the Peoria Civic Center

In a pop culture world defined by its perpetual changes, the partnership of singer songwriter Pat Benatar and producer-musician Neil Giraldo has been a potent, steadfast union that has soared to the top of the charts and into fans’ hearts on their own terms. Her staggering vocals and take-no-prisoners attitude, along with his trailblazing artistry as a guitarist, producer and songwriter, forged the undeniable chemistry and unique sound that created eternal rock hits including “We Belong,” “Invincible,” “Love Is A Battlefield,” “Promises In The Dark,” “We Live For Love,” “Heartbreaker” and “Hell Is For Children.”

Their stunning achievements are a testament to their vision. Together, Benatar and Giraldo have created two multi-platinum, five platinum and three gold albums, as well as 19 Top 40 hits. They have sold over 36 million records worldwide and have won an unprecedented four consecutive GRAMMY® awards. They have also been feted with three American Music Awards, a People’s Choice Award, a 2008 induction into the Long Island Music Hall of Fame, and most recently have become Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductees.

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The Neon Bison hosts the Playing in Peoria Comedy Open Mic
The Neon Bison hosts the Playing in Peoria Comedy Open Mic

If you haven't checked out the Playing in Peoria Comedy Open Mic Night at The Neon Bison - you've been missing out!

The good news is that we're here every week!

 

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/TheNeonBison



Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry

Whisper & Shout: Open Mic for Poetry
Thursday, August 17 ~ 8:00 - 10:00 pm

When checking in at the door, be prepared to share your table and seat number.

Tickets in Advance Online: $5-members, $8-nonmembers, $3-poets + fees (till 6pm day of event)

If an event is not sold out, tickets will also be sold at the door.
Tickets at the door*: $9-members, $12-nonmembers, $5-poets
(*No money will be taken at the door unless we don’t reach our max capacity)

*Please Note that purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage. If you don't plan to read, then don't purchase a poet level ticket.

Water and Pop for $1.00 is offered at the bar.
Attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the Rhythm Kitchen.

Experience a diverse open mic with artists from all backgrounds in a positive and inspiring atmosphere. Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry is held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month. Host: Ryan Lowry, DJ: Yvaine Washington

Featured Poet: Louis Conphliction
Whether ravaging sixteen bars, serenading love interests or igniting our inner most passions with poetry, you are bound to request Louis Conphliction's presence inside of your hearts, minds, and homes. St. Louis, MO was his first stage, being born and raised under the Arch; Louis was influenced by the dark beauty of St. Louis. Louis has decided to use his talents to create a movement around self-love, self-worth, self-respect and self-awareness to eclectic beats and empowering words. 

As a man of Alpha Phi Alpha, Louis is a man of his words and his dedication to his community runs deep. You can find Louis mentoring inner city youth through Urban Artist Alliance of Child Development. With Louis's help UAACD teaches children how to resort to words, creativity, and arts, instead of violence. When he's not doing that, he's touring and performing in the US/Puerto Rico & the Virgin Islands, he's also participating and winning Poetry/Spoken Word Slams all over the United States from St. Louis, to NYC to Philly and among those, Black On Black Rhyme- Atlanta's Slam and Southern Fried Poetry Slam 2012 & 2013.

www.facebook.com/LouConPhliction www.youtube.com/LouisConPhliction

For tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/whisper-shout-open-mic-for-poetry-8-17-2023



Notable Peoria Women Bus Tour
Notable Peoria Women Bus Tour

Notable Peoria Women Bus Tour

Peoria has a rich history of fascinating women who have made their mark on the city and the world.  You will learn about three Peoria women inducted into the National Women’s Hall of Fame, as well as discovering other women who impacted education, business, medicine, and the lives of those less fortunate.

Tours depart from outside of the Caterpillar Visitors Center on Washington Street.

Caterpillar Visitors Center
110 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

Click here to purchase tickets!

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Rope Climbing Meetup
Rope Climbing Meetup

Ready to meet new climbing partners and start some new belaytionships? Join us for a Rope Climbing Meetup every Friday from 5-8 pm! 

Top Rope or Lead Tag required. 

Free for members | Regular Day Pass rates apply for guests

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/510356821208443/510356921208433



Michael Helgeson - Music in the Beer Garden
Michael Helgeson - Music in the Beer Garden

Come out for dinner, drinks and music as we welcome Michael Helgeson to the Beer Garden!

https://www.facebook.com/events/620361866278631/636781261303358?event_time_id=636781264636691



Live Music at The Neon Bison
Live Music at The Neon Bison

Don't miss out on Live Music every Friday & Saturday at The Neon Bison! 

Downtown Peoria's New Live Country Music Bar + Video Gaming

 

Follow us on Facebook for all our events! https://www.facebook.com/TheNeonBison/events



RiverFront Market
RiverFront Market

Peoria's biggest and best farmers market!  Featuring over 100 local vendors selling fresh produce, local meats, eggs, cheeses, breads, flowers, and baked goods!  Local artists, musicians and demonstrations each week!

Join us every Saturday morning 8 am - noon in the 200 block of Water Street.  

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Roll Out the Barrel Bus Tour
Roll Out the Barrel Bus Tour

Roll Out the Barrel Bus Tour

Peoria once featured a riverfront lined with breweries and distilleries. Taxes collected ranked it as the Whiskey Capital of the World.
From 1850 to Prohibition, the volume of whiskey distilled, aged, and bottled in Peoria led to great fortunes being made and to the birth of equally prosperous secondary industries. Discover why Peoria was the perfect place for all of these industries to be developed.

Tours depart from outside of the Caterpillar Visitors Center on Washington Street.

Caterpillar Visitors Center
110 Southwest Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

Click here to purchase tickets!

More info...

 



Monica at the Peoria Civic Center
Monica at the Peoria Civic Center

Monica at the Peoria Civic Center

Child Super Star, Monica first signed at the early age of 12 years old. Monica is Multi-Platinum, Grammy Award-Winning, 20-million-plus-selling singer, actress, and entrepreneur. Monica has sold more than 40 million albums worldwide, including over 10 million units in the United States alone. The young music veteran returned to the scene in 2010 after a four-year hiatus with her album “Still Standing” which garnered two Grammy nominations for Best R&B Album and Best Female R&B vocal performance for her hit single “Everything to Me.” Her album "Still Standing” also received two Billboard Music Award nominations for Best R&B Artist & Top R&B Album. She began her career at the age of 15 with her hit singles “Don’t Take It Personal (Just One of Dem Days)” and “Before You Walk Out of My Life.” As a result, she became the youngest female ever to have two #1 back-to-back hits on Billboard’s R&B chart from her 1995 debut album “Miss Thang."

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Live Music at The Neon Bison
Live Music at The Neon Bison

Don't miss out on Live Music every Friday & Saturday at The Neon Bison! 

Downtown Peoria's New Live Country Music Bar + Video Gaming

 

Follow us on Facebook for all our events! https://www.facebook.com/TheNeonBison/events



Community Day at The Peoria Riverfront Museum
Community Day at The Peoria Riverfront Museum

Saturday, July 1, 2023 – Pekin, Illinois

Saturday, July 8, 2023 – Washington, Illinois

Saturday, July 15, 2023 – East Peoria, Illinois

Saturday, July 22, 2023 – Morton, Illinois

Saturday, July 29, 2023 – Chillicothe, Illinois

Saturday, August 5, 2023 – Canton, Illinois

Saturday, August 12, 2023 – Galesburg, Illinois

Saturday, August 19, 2023 – Springfield, Illinois

Saturday, August 26, 2023 – Bloomington/Normal, Illinois 

Discounts for each community are valid only on their designated day and cannot be used in conjunction with any other discount or promotion.

For more info: https://www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org/events