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  • GLC Hiring Event

    Come tee up your career at the Golf Learning Center, where the energy is as vibrant as the game itself! This new state-of-the-art facility includes The Bays, a 21-bay electronic driving range, Fairways, a full-service restaurant and bar, simulators, traditional golf range, short course, and more! Whether it’s golfers unwinding after a round, families enjoying a meal, or friends gathering for a night out, the Golf Learning Center is a true community hotspot. Join our team… Read Full Post

  • UpROARious

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

    Join us for our annual online auction to support YOUR Peoria Zoo! This multi-day auction is loaded with items of all interests and price points. From unforgettable Zoo experiences, to treasures for your home, to sparkling jewelry, to kid-friendly fun, and plenty of gift cards, there really is something for everyone! The auction will go live at 3:00 PM on Thursday, October 16th and will go through Sunday, October 19th at 8:00 PM. We also gladly accept auction item donations! Any item… Read Full Post

  • 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

  • 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

    $5

  • 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

  • Zootober: Sensory Sunday

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

    Join us on Sunday, October 19, from 1–5 PM for a special Sensory Sunday at Peoria Zoo’s Zootober! This calmer, more relaxed experience is perfect for guests who prefer a lower-sensory environment. Animatronics and music will be on, but projections will be turned off for a gentler experience. Enjoy Zootober-themed food and beverages, visit 10 activity and candy stations (including teal pumpkin allergy-friendly treats), and see many of your favorite animals along the way. Complimentary… Read Full Post

  • Meet the Instructor Skate

    Owens Ice Center

    The Learn-to-Skate instructors are excited to be present during the public skate to offer guidance and support to new skaters interested in joining classes. Invite your friends and family to this event! Already in our Learn-to-Skate classes and have additional questions for the coaches and instructors? This is a great time to reach out! Normal public skate admission of $7/person + $3.50/skate rental.

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Halloween Open Skate

    Owens Ice Center

    Get into the spooky spirit on the ice! Join us for a special Halloween Skate at Owens Ice Center on Sunday, October 26th from 1:30–3:00 pm. Dress up in your favorite costume and enjoy an afternoon of festive fun while gliding around the rink. Admission is $7, with skate rental available for $3.50. No registration needed—just drop in and skate!

    $7

  • 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