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Events and Activities
List of Events
Guided Hikes
Join us for guided hikes with our knowledgeable naturalist staff! Many of these hikes take place on accessible trails for strollers and wheelchairs; please call for specific information regarding these and other accommodations. All hikes last roughly one hour unless noted otherwise. Some of these hikes require advance registration in-person at Forest Park Nature Center, by calling 309-686-3360, or by clicking here! Fees are $2 per person or FREE for FPNC members. All ages are welcome!
PPD Photo Contest
Peoria Park District is proud to announce its 2022 Photo Contest! Are you a novice or an expert photographer? Do you have a favorite shot to share of your most recent trip to a PPD Park or Facility? Well, we want to see it! Learn more and submit your photo(s) before March 1, 2022!
Murder Mystery Dinner at Peoria Zoo
With the passing of prohibition and organized crime on the rise, The Juice Joint, is a swanky “underground” speakeasy known by the public (and law enforcement) as The Zambezi River Lodge at the Peoria Zoo. But after dark every Saturday night it’s a secretive, underground speakeasy run by Dina Diva. To celebrate Valentine’s Day, Dina is throwing a party to remember at her exclusive nightspot… and you are invited! One of the names on the guest list is also on…
Yoga, Wine and Chocolate
Gather your friends or your special someone and enjoy a night that you won’t even have to get dressed up for – Yoga, Wine and Chocolate! Start the night with a 45 minute yoga class taught by an instruction from the RiverPlex, surrounded by lush botanical plants. Then, finish it off with a glass of wine and fine chocolates. To register, click here!
Camp Open House
Join us for our Peoria Park District Camp Open House on March 7th from 4:00-6:30pm at the Noble Center in Lakeview Park. Find out all the details about each of our spring and summer day camps in one place! You’ll have the opportunity to visit with camp coordinators and get all your questions answered as you find the perfect camp for your children. Those in attendance at the Camp Open House can register to win a $150 camp credit! …
