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
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! Friday: 10am-8pm (With Parks on Tap Saturday / Sunday: 10am-5pm Ages: All Ages
Parks on Tap at Luthy Botanical Garden! Join us for Parks on Tap as we bring the Traveling Taphouse to the beautiful Luthy Botanical Garden! Enjoy an evening surrounded by lush gardens while sipping on refreshing drinks, playing fun games, and soaking in live entertainment by Easy Riders. Plus, grab a bite from our lineup of food trucks: Grill ‘Em All Brick and Ember Pizza Kona Ice This event is FREE to attend, but food… Read Full Post
Everyone is welcome to attend Migratory Bird Hikes, from nature lovers, to photographers and birders. Programs will meet at the Forest Park Nature Center building with a quick introduction. Bring your binoculars, water, hiking clothes etc. In addition, binoculars will be available for loan. Most hikes are low-impact. Ages: Adults 18+ Advance registration is required. Please email kparke@peoriaparks.org ahead of time with questions or concerns. Fees are $5 per person or FREE for FPNC members.
Be Anything! is an innovative program that propels “Take Your Child to Work Day” to a new level. Help a child in your life explore the careers that excite them. Do they want to be an architect, veterinarian, fireman, meteorologist? Are they unsure, but excited to try new experiences? All children can be anything; they need only the tools and opportunity to imagine, experience, and become! Career Expo: May 10th: Be Anything! Career Expo in Glen Oak… Read Full Post
Get ready to reel in some fun at the annual Clyde West Fishing Derby! Calling all families and kids to join us for a day of outdoor adventure. The lagoon will be stocked with plenty of catfish, large mouth bass, and bluegills for everyone to catch. Peoria District staff will also have fishing rods and bait available for free for the public to use. Volunteers will be on hand to help untangle lines or help… Read Full Post
Get ready for a day packed with excitement and entertainment for the whole family! PNC Worldwide Day of Play offers a wide array of activities and attractions designed to delight children of all ages. Make sure to check out the Clyde West Fishing Debry starting at 9am or stop by for a visit at Peoria Zoo or Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum to enjoy the reduced admission fee of $3/person! PNC Worldwide Day of Play is… Read Full Post
Join the Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum and Peoria Zoo for Wild Encounters on the PlayHouse Porch: Second Saturdays, a special monthly program where Zoo educators bring amazing animals and nature lessons to the PlayHouse! Happening every second Saturday from May through September, a new topic highlights an exciting animal group or environmental theme through up-close animal presentations, fun facts, hands-on activities, and nature-themed crafts where educators from the Peoria Zoo bring the wonders of wildlife… Read Full Post
Join us for a hike on Wake Robin for a Women’s Only Trek. Connect with other adult Women who like hiking, nature and meeting new people. There will be a short introduction and then we will be on our way. This hike will be a little over 3.5 miles. Prepare for hiking about 2 hours hour depending on breaks. This is a moderate level hike with slopes. Bring water, snacks, appropriate hiking gear, sun protection,… Read Full Post
Parks on Tap at Donovan Park! Join us for Parks on Tap as we bring the Traveling Tap House to the scenic Donovan Park! Spend the afternoon enjoying wide open green spaces, sipping on refreshing drinks, playing fun games, and listening to live entertainment by Seth Cocquit. Plus, grab a bite from our lineup of food trucks: Tony’s On Wheels Gramma Nana’s Kitchen The Friends of Donovan Park will offer various activities throughout the event… Read Full Post
Peoria is our home! With our Streets Belong to Me event, we put emphasis on remembering that key fact! This event will consist of entertainment, live performances, swimming, delicious food, and so much more. Peoria belongs to us, and the streets do too! Make sure to join us the next day for Hoopfest, or for one of our other Streets Belong to Me events.
Parks on Tap at Sommer Park North! Join us for Parks on Tap as we bring the Traveling Taphouse to the beautiful Sommer Park North! Enjoy a relaxing evening in nature with cold drinks, fun games, and live entertainment by Black Velvet as the sun sets. Plus, grab a bite from our lineup of delicious local food trucks: Papa Murphy's Dos Hermanos Tony's on Wheels Tropical Sno This event is FREE to attend, but food… Read Full Post
