Events and Activities
List of Events
Southern District Trustee Vacancy
Peoria Park District is now accepting applications for those interested in serving for the remainder of the term for the current Southern District Trustee vacancy. Applicants must reside within the Southern District. To view the Peoria Park District Voting Districts/Representation Map, CLICK HERE. Applications must be submitted to the Board Secretary, 1125 W. Lake Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614, by no later than Noon on May 31, 2019 for consideration.
Yoga in the Park-Springdale Cemetery
Join us for Yoga in the Park at Springdale Cemetery as we honor those who have and are currently serving in the military. Come for the yoga, then stay to discover all of the walking, hiking and cycling opportunities at Springdale Cemetery.
Memorial Day Celebration
Come to the RiverFront to join Peoria in honoring its veterans. This Memorial Day remembrance service will be held in Marshall Plaza (under the Gateway Building) and will pay tribute to all of the men and women who have fought for America’s freedom.
The Streets Belong to Me!
Take an oath to stay away from negative influences for the summer and promise to stay safe and engage in Park District activities and like summer camp. Bring swimsuits for the pool and refreshments will be served.
Spring Fling
Two day rock festival located on the Peoria RiverFront, presented by Inked Entertainment and 105.7 the X Rocks
Yoga in the Park
Join us as we travel to 5 different parks throughout the Peoria Park District for a free one hour yoga class. All classes will accommodate any level of practice. Just bring a yoga mat or towel with you. This class is for participants 13 years and older. 1st Saturdays – 6/1, 7/6, 8/3 at Grandview Park 2nd Saturdays – 6/8, 7/13, 8/10 at Donovan Park in the greenspace by the SW corner of the parking lot 3rd Saturdays – 6/15,…
Concert: The Way Down Wanderers
Mark your calendars and plan to join the party on June 7th at CEFCU Center Stage. We're welcoming some of Peoria's greatest talent to the stage, Harvest Sons and The Blank Stairs. This will be an all ages show. The Way Down Wanderers: The Way Down Wanderers intricate, hypnotic rhythms call to mind 'Bittersweet Symphony' more than bluegrass traditional." - Rolling Stone Country "Somewhere on the spectrum between Old Crow Medicine Show and Mumford and Sons lies the spirited bluegrass-based…
Peoria RiverFront Jazz Festival
Lineup: 3PM - Gates Open 3-4PM Learn to play by ear with Dr. Todd Kelly 4-5PM Pekin High School Combo Directed by Karli McCann 5:30-6:30pPM Stuart Mack Qt. 7:00-8:00PM Brianna Thomas Qt. 8:30-10:00PM Tom "Bones" Malone with the Central Illinois Jazz Orchestra Directed by Dr. Todd Kelly Tom “Bones” Malone of Blue Brothers band fame and of the Saturday Night Live and CBS Orchestra of Los Angeles is in high demand as a performer and clinician. Although a trombone specialist…
Tailgate N’ Tallboys
Tailgate N’ Tallboys is Central Illinois #1 Country Music Festival. The Music Series is designed with the true Midwestern summer concert goer in mind. Boasting top country acts to span over the summer months all at one low cost ticket price. Our 6 Pack Pass allows entry to 6 concerts for practically the cost of one concert. This allows our Midwestern country music lovers the ability to hit one or all six shows on the calendar and keep the party…
