Name: Migratory Bird Hike Fall
Start: 2025-11-01T08:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-11-01T10:00:00-05:00
Location: Forest Park Nature Center

October 2025

Thu 16

October 16 @ 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm

Zoobrew, Wine and Spirits Too!

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

Join us for a favorite fall tradition and have a HOWLing Good Time at Peoria Zoo! Come sample beer and wine selected by local vendors, and BOOzy spirits of all kinds, as you experience the haunting Halloween trails at Peoria Zoo. Your ticket also includes appetizers from Cracked Pepper, dessert from Peoria Zoo’s Chef Karen Hocker, live music by The Matt Eckberg Band, and exclusive access to our UpROARious annual auction. Costumes optional. You can… Read Full Post

Fri 17

October 17 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zootober

Zootober

Welcome to Zootober, where Halloween comes alive in the most thrilling way! Each weekend, the Peoria Zoo transforms after dark into a family-friendly fright fest, bursting with glowing lights, spooktastic characters, and hair-raising fun. Guest can enjoy: Immersive Halloween scenes filled with lifelike animatronics, dazzling light displays, and live actors who’ll surprise and delight around every turn. Themed food and drinks—think witches brew, spooky snacks, and ghoulish goodies. Costumes encouraged—come dressed to impress and strike… Read Full Post

Sat 18

October 18 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Haunted Hike

Forest Park Nature Center

Take a spooky stroll through the forest and discover Halloween surprises, creepy critters, and nighttime nature facts. Come in costume and learn how nature gets wild after dark! Please preregister for this program. All ages welcome. $5/Person; FPNC Members are Free

Sat 18

October 18 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zootober

Zootober

Thu 23

October 23 @ 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm Hayrides and Hotdogs

Hayrides and Hotdogs

Sommer Farm 6329 N Koerner Rd, Edwards, IL

Celebrate the season with a cozy evening of fall fun! Hayrides & Hotdogs is your chance to enjoy a scenic hayrack ride through the countryside and gather around the fire to roast your own hotdogs and s’mores. Whether you’re coming with family or friends, it’s the perfect way to soak up the crisp autumn air and make warm memories. Meal Options: 1 Hotdog Meal – $8.00 2 Hotdog Meal – $10.00 Each meal includes chips,… Read Full Post

Thu 23

October 23 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zootober

Zootober

Fri 24

October 24 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zootober

Zootober

Sat 25

October 25 @ 10:00 am - 11:30 am

The Fungus Among Us

Forest Park Nature Center

From turkey tails to giant puff balls, as you walk through the forest you start to notice the fungus among us! Join our Naturalists as we dive deeper into the mystical world of mushrooms to discover who is lurking around the next log. Please register for this program. All ages welcome.

Sat 25

October 25 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zootober

Zootober

Thu 30

October 30 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zootober

Zootober

Fri 31

October 31 @ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Zootober

Zootober

November 2025

Sat 1

November 1 @ 8:00 am - 10:00 am

Migratory Bird Hike Fall

Forest Park Nature Center

Are you interested in learning more about the birds that migrate through Peoria? Are you wanting to learn about nature and birds? Are you a beginning birder? Then Migratory Bird Hikes are for you. 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… Read Full Post

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