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309 Fest 2023
309 Fest 2023

309Fest is a multi genre mini fest representing artists from the 309 Area Code.

FRIDAY
The Hangovers | Engine Huey | Marquise Hendo | Gunner | Schmakd Dooki | Dr. Dubb | McPaul | Iron Rose | KLOUDN9NE | Scrimmy Bingus and the Grungle Tungus Band | Hamnesia | HighEnd Guap

SATURDAY
Nate AKA NASTY and Grace Louessa | CHISongwriter | Spinion | ALLRYZE | Krew Shuns | LUKASHO | TRiPENDiCULAR |@SwerveSamuels | Psylock | Bigelow T | Lexxii Leigh | Taz Bangz | Yung Bullet | Ty Ortegaa | Swaginique

For tickets: Ticketswww.eventbrite.com/e/309-fest-2023-tickets-667102109367



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 Night at Jack\'s
Trivia Night at Jack\'s

“Feeling smart? We’ll be the judge of that!” Join us at Jack’s for Trivia! Every Tuesday you have the chance to test your brains at your favorite downtown spot! Game starts at 7! We’ll see you there!

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/981967609741081/981967626407746/



Travel Back in Time Tour
Travel Back in Time Tour

Come spend the day learning about all the early
transportation innovations of our town!
Tour Peoria Heights in an air-conditioned shuttle bus,
enjoy a box lunch, and then take a guided tour
of the Wheels O’ Time Museum.

Topics will include many aspects of our area’s rich
bicycle and automobile history including Kelly Avenue School, 
Trefzger’s building/Rouse Hazard Bicycle Company, bicycle races,
the inventions of Charles Duryea, the Glide automobile,
the Pabst property, Grandview Drive,
Theodore Roosevelt’s 1910 visit to Peoria,
and all things Wheels O’ Time!

10am-11:30
Meet in the parking lot of the Peoria Heights City Hall 
on Glen, near Prospect. The shuttle bus will leave from there
for a tour of Peoria Heights.
12noon-1pm
Box lunch and presentation
at Wheels O’ Time Museum
1pm-2pm
Guided tour of the museum
2:30pm
Coach returns to Peoria Heights Village Hall.

Cost: $55 per person
Order online at 309tix.com.
Space is limited, so reserve
your seat early!

Co-sponsored by
Peoria Historical Society
and Wheels O’ Time Museum
Questions: 309-674-1921

For tickets: Tickets309tix.com/events/travel-back-in-time-tour-9-13-2023

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/656709833005924



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



Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest Save the date for the 2023 Oktoberfest: September 15-17 More info... ...

Roots of the River City Bus Tour
Roots of the River City Bus Tour

Roots of the River City Bus Tour

The Native Americans, the French, the whiskey and earthmoving capital of the world and the grand mansions – the River City Tour has it all.  You will view the stately homes along High Street, Moss Avenue, Glen Oak, and Grandview Drive. Enjoy the beautiful view of the Illinois River during this tour.

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...

 



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



Emmalyn Paul - Music in the Beer Garden
Emmalyn Paul - Music in the Beer Garden

Come out to the Beer Garden for live music from Emmalyn Paul!

https://www.facebook.com/events/108391082236969/137429529333124/



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



Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest Save the date for the 2023 Oktoberfest: September 15-17 More info... ...

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.  

More info...

 

 

 



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...

 



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!

More info...

 



GONE AXE THROWING - WATL Tier 3 Tournament
GONE AXE THROWING - WATL Tier 3 Tournament

Gone Social's first-ever WATL Tier 3 Tournament held in honor of it's original name - GONE AXE THROWING! 

Registration opens August 1st and ends September 9th.

SCHEDULE
Standard Hatchet - Saturday, Sept 16th /12p 
Duals - Sunday, Sept 17th /12p

REGISTRATION/PAYMENT LINK OPENS AUGUST 1ST!

More info to come! https://www.facebook.com/events/165429286552887



Combined Art Reception
Combined Art Reception

Combined Reception: Saturday, 
September 16, 6:30-8:30 pm
Featuring Live music by Projekts.

Artists of The Pharmacy -Preston Jackson Gallery https://www.facebook.com/events/989730485793488/989730492460154/?ref=newsfeed

Tanya Bayer & Janet Bratcher - Gallery 3R https://www.facebook.com/events/944661216619845/944661226619844/?ref=newsfeed

Complimentary food & drinks, free admission, donation requested. Meet the exhibiting artists and view their artwork in three galleries.

Besides regular business hours: Tuesday-Saturday 11-5:00, we are open until 9:00pm during the following events (1st Friday, Live at the Five Spot). The Contemporary Art Center is located at 305 SW Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602. Call or text 309-674-6822 or contact us with questions for more information.

Art exhibits may also be viewed for no admission Tuesday-Saturday 11-5:00 and during some evening events with admission. The public is invited to these open house style events, featuring the exhibits described above. Complimentary food and drink will be offered.

For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/1637725513380395



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