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  • Talk About It Tuesday

    Glen Oak Park 2218 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

    Join the Peoria Park District for Talk About It Tuesday as we dive into the topic of Glen Oak Programming & Facilities. Location: Outside the PlayHouse in Glen Oak ParkDate: June 2Time: 5:30pm One attendee will win free admission passes to Peoria Zoo, Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum, Owens Ice Center, RiverPlex and 2 guided hikes at Forest Park Nature Center. These monthly gatherings are your chance to connect directly with the Peoria Park District Board of… Read Full Post

  • Columbia Park Ribbon Cutting Celebration

    The Peoria Park District invites community members to celebrate the completion of new improvements at Columbia Park during a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. The celebration will also serve as a kickoff to summer activities throughout the Peoria Park District, highlighting opportunities for families and residents to stay active and engaged all season long. Following the ribbon cutting, guests are invited to enjoy a special Parks on Tap event… Read Full Post

  • Parks on Tap: Columbia Park

    Traveling Taphouse

    Parks on Tap - Thursday stop at Columbia Park! Special Addition: Rec 'n Roll - Peoria’s mobile recreation experience Celebrate the new playground at Columbia Park! Before Parks on Tap starts, we will hold our official ribbon-cutting for the new playground! Featuring DJ Birds of Paradise as entertainment and the following food vendors: Hickory Catering, Gramma Nana's Kitchen, and Court's Smoke & Grill. FREE to attend! Food and drinks are available for purchase. Check out… Read Full Post

  • FriYay at Glen Oak Park

    FriYay at Glen Oak Park
    Glen Oak Park 2218 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

    This summer, don't just end the week... Make it a FriYay! Join us at Glen Oak Park for extended Friday fun at Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum. More time to explore. More time to play. More time together. Every Friday from Memorial Day to Labor Day (5/29-9/4), stick around a little longer and enjoy extra evening hours at two of your favorite destinations: Peoria PlayHouse: Open until 6pm Peoria Zoo: Open until 8pm… Read Full Post

  • Steamboat Classic Pre-Party with Backseat Radio & DJ Birds of Paradise

    CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing 200 NE Water Street, Peoria, IL, United States

    Kick off race weekend at the Steamboat Classic Pre-Party on the Peoria Riverfront! Start the celebration early on June 5, 2026, with a high-energy night of music, dancing, and riverfront vibes as we gear up for one of Peoria’s favorite traditions. DJ Birds of Paradise will get the party started with a live DJ set featuring dance favorites and crowd-pleasing hits to set the tone for the night. Following the DJ set, Backseat Radio will… Read Full Post

  • Yoga in The Park: Grandview Drive

    Yoga in the Park

    Start your weekend on a positive note by connecting with your inner self in the heart of nature. Our experienced yoga instructor will guide participants through a revitalizing session suitable for all levels, from beginners to seasoned practitioners. These FREE community wellness programs promote healthy lifestyles by encouraging physical activity, flexibility, balance, mindfulness, stress reduction, and overall well-being in a welcoming outdoor setting. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings of our parks, providing a calming backdrop to… Read Full Post

  • Native Plant Sale

    Tawny Oaks Field Station 715 W Singing Woods Rd, Edelstei, IL

    Join us for a Native Plant Sale featuring prairie species hosted by Oxeye Farm & Native Plant Nursery. Don't miss your chance to purchase high quality plants to enhance wildlife habitat in your backyard. A portion of the sales will benefit the park.

  • Pollinator Walk

    Tawny Oaks Field Station 715 W Singing Woods Rd, Edelstei, IL

    Everyone knows about bees and butterflies… but did you know there is a whole world of pollinators to be explored? Join our Naturalists at Tawny Oaks as we discover some of our most helpful backyard neighbors! We will also be having a Native Plant Sale that day, so be sure to stop by. Please register for this program. June 6 Tawny Oaks 1:00pm - 2:30pm $5 for non-members, members are free

  • FriYay at Glen Oak Park

    FriYay at Glen Oak Park
    Glen Oak Park 2218 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

    This summer, don't just end the week... Make it a FriYay! Join us at Glen Oak Park for extended Friday fun at Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum. More time to explore. More time to play. More time together. Every Friday from Memorial Day to Labor Day (5/29-9/4), stick around a little longer and enjoy extra evening hours at two of your favorite destinations: Peoria PlayHouse: Open until 6pm Peoria Zoo: Open until 8pm… Read Full Post

  • Revel In Red with Emperors and Angels

    CEFCU Summer Concert Series
    CEFCU Center Stage @ The Landing 200 NE Water Street, Peoria, IL, United States

    Revel in Red is a premier high-energy rock act based in Central Illinois, built by a collective of seasoned musicians with decades of shared history on regional and national stages. Drawing from a deep catalog of classic and modern rock, Revel in Red crafts performances that span generations. Their sets seamlessly blend iconic anthems from Journey, REO Speedwagon, Van Halen, and Boston with modern crowd favorites from artists like Bruno Mars, P!nk, Ed Sheeran, Lady… Read Full Post

  • Yoga in The Park: Franciscan Park

    Yoga in the Park
    Franciscan Recreation Complex 908 N Sterling Ave, West Peoria, IL, United States

    Start your weekend on a positive note by connecting with your inner self in the heart of nature. Our experienced yoga instructor will guide participants through a revitalizing session suitable for all levels, from beginners to seasoned practitioners. These FREE community wellness programs promote healthy lifestyles by encouraging physical activity, flexibility, balance, mindfulness, stress reduction, and overall well-being in a welcoming outdoor setting. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings of our parks, providing a calming backdrop to… Read Full Post

  • Wild Encounters: Second Saturdays

    Wild Encounters: Second Saturdays
    Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum 2218 N Prospect Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

    There's more to explore at the PlayHouse this summer! Join us and Peoria Zoo for Wild Encounters on the PlayHouse porch, 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… Read Full Post

    $5 – $7