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“Lilies with the Lorax” Floral Show

Luthy Botantical Garden

Step inside the Conservatory this spring and experience a botanical wonderland, featuring lilies and the "Lorax!" Of course, we will be adding truffula trees to our collection! The lily show is a community tradition and a wonderful way to greet spring, with family and friends. Check it out 4/11-5/2 from 10am-5pm. Last admission is at 4:30pm. Ages: All ages Fee: Free admission, donations appreciated

Event Series Glow Wild

Glow Wild

Peoria Zoo 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

This spring, Peoria Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland as the Glow Wild Lantern Festival lights up the night with vibrant colors, cultural artistry, and unforgettable family experiences. Presented by Kaleido Entertainment in collaboration with the Peoria Park District, this spectacular event will run from March 1 through April 27 offering guests a luminescent journey filled with handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns, interactive activities, and live entertainment. Festival Details: Location: Peoria Zoo – 2320 N. Prospect Rd.,… Read Full Post

A Hoppin’ Good Time

Proctor Recreation Center 309 S DuSable St, Peoria, United States

Easter's Here! Celebrate with Proctor at A Hoppin' Good Time event. This event includes an Easter egg hunt, mini games and the Easter Bunny! $3/person at the door.

Event Series Glow Wild

Glow Wild

Peoria Zoo 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

This spring, Peoria Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland as the Glow Wild Lantern Festival lights up the night with vibrant colors, cultural artistry, and unforgettable family experiences. Presented by Kaleido Entertainment in collaboration with the Peoria Park District, this spectacular event will run from March 1 through April 27 offering guests a luminescent journey filled with handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns, interactive activities, and live entertainment. Festival Details: Location: Peoria Zoo – 2320 N. Prospect Rd.,… Read Full Post

Event Series Glow Wild

Glow Wild

Peoria Zoo 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

This spring, Peoria Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland as the Glow Wild Lantern Festival lights up the night with vibrant colors, cultural artistry, and unforgettable family experiences. Presented by Kaleido Entertainment in collaboration with the Peoria Park District, this spectacular event will run from March 1 through April 27 offering guests a luminescent journey filled with handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns, interactive activities, and live entertainment. Festival Details: Location: Peoria Zoo – 2320 N. Prospect Rd.,… Read Full Post

Arbor Day Tree Planting

Donovan Park 5805 Knoxville Ave, Peoria, IL, United States

Join us on April 22 for our annual Tree-Planting Event in Donovan Park, a true urban gem of the Peoria Park District and a proud Level I Accredited Arboretum. This special designation recognizes the park’s commitment to tree diversity, conservation, and education, making it the perfect place to celebrate Earth Day. Learn more about all our Earth Month events by clicking here!

Event Series Glow Wild

Glow Wild

Peoria Zoo 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

This spring, Peoria Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland as the Glow Wild Lantern Festival lights up the night with vibrant colors, cultural artistry, and unforgettable family experiences. Presented by Kaleido Entertainment in collaboration with the Peoria Park District, this spectacular event will run from March 1 through April 27 offering guests a luminescent journey filled with handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns, interactive activities, and live entertainment. Festival Details: Location: Peoria Zoo – 2320 N. Prospect Rd.,… Read Full Post

Earth Day Festival

Forest Park Nature Center

Celebrate Earth Day at our annual festival all centered on the theme of “Growing Together!” Guests will enjoy an engaging vendor and exhibitor area that features organizations and businesses with sustainable practices and missions eager to share their work, products, and ways you can get involved or make a difference. Our PPD friends from Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum will return with their creative, wildlife-inspired activities. We’ll have guided hikes, food and coffee… Read Full Post

Event Series Glow Wild

Glow Wild

Peoria Zoo 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

This spring, Peoria Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland as the Glow Wild Lantern Festival lights up the night with vibrant colors, cultural artistry, and unforgettable family experiences. Presented by Kaleido Entertainment in collaboration with the Peoria Park District, this spectacular event will run from March 1 through April 27 offering guests a luminescent journey filled with handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns, interactive activities, and live entertainment. Festival Details: Location: Peoria Zoo – 2320 N. Prospect Rd.,… Read Full Post

Event Series Glow Wild

Glow Wild

Peoria Zoo 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

This spring, Peoria Zoo transforms into a dazzling wonderland as the Glow Wild Lantern Festival lights up the night with vibrant colors, cultural artistry, and unforgettable family experiences. Presented by Kaleido Entertainment in collaboration with the Peoria Park District, this spectacular event will run from March 1 through April 27 offering guests a luminescent journey filled with handmade, traditional Chinese lanterns, interactive activities, and live entertainment. Festival Details: Location: Peoria Zoo – 2320 N. Prospect Rd.,… Read Full Post

Spring Plant Sale

Luthy Botantical Garden

A great opportunity to find unique perennials, native plants, ornamental grasses, unusual tropical plants and annuals. Make sure to check out the Spring Market in the Garden during the sale, where we are even partnering with local garden groups/vendors to bring you an amazing plant sale! Ages: All Ages

Spring Market in the Garden featuring the Luthy Annual Plant Sale!

Luthy Botantical Garden

Find unique perennials, native plants, ornamental grasses, unusual tropical plants and annuals during our annual plant sale at the Garden. Browse the market filled with local artisans featuring artists, craftsmen, foodies and collectors bringing the charm and excitement of the spring to Luthy Botanical Garden. New this year, enjoy Parks on Tap, our Traveling TapHouse on May 2nd from 4-8pm. Interested in being a vendor? Reach out to shausler@peoriaparks.org

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