Help shape the future of Columbia Park by sharing your feedback on the new playground layout! Come share your feedback during a Public Input Session on Tuesday, June 10th from 5-6pm at Columbia Park. Can't make it? Check out the three options and vote by clicking here! All responses are due by Friday, June 13!
Parks on Tap at Franciscan Recreation Complex! Join us on June 12, 2025, as Parks on Tap rolls into Franciscan Recreation Complex with the Traveling Tap House! Enjoy an evening of cold drinks, outdoor games, and live entertainment by DJ Birds of Paradise as the sun sets. Plus, grab a bite from our lineup of delicious local food trucks: Grill ‘Em All Tropical Sno FREE to attend! Food and drinks are available for purchase. Relax… Read Full Post
Join us for Grateful Dub: A Reggae Infused Grateful Dead Set + Roots of Creation on the Peoria Riverfront's CEFCU Center Stage, presented by the Peoria Park District. Local Americana, progressive newgrass favorites Still Shine will open up the night. Date: Friday, June 13th Doors @ 6PMMusic @ 7PM Performances: Grateful Dub, Roots of Creation, Still Shine Food: Grill Em All Tickets: $17 Advance | $24 Day of Show --- Roots of Creation:The chart topping,… Read Full Post
Start your weekend on a positive note by connecting with your inner self in the heart of nature. Join us for Yoga in the Park, where our experienced and passionate yoga instructor will guide you through a revitalizing session suitable for all levels, from beginners to seasoned practitioners. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings of our parks, providing a serene backdrop to enhance your yoga experience. Breathe in the fresh morning air while you wind down with… Read Full Post
We’re Turning 10! This summer, we’re celebrating a big milestone: 10 years of play, learning, and exploration at the Peoria PlayHouse! Since opening our doors in June 2015, we’ve welcomed nearly one million children and families—and now it’s time to celebrate with the community that made it all possible. Join us for a birthday bash full of fun surprises! Enjoy: Hands-on pop-up activities! FREE Admission! Second Saturday | Wild Encounters: Frogs! A Peoria Zoo +… 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
Learn about the enchanting nocturnal insects that brighten our summer nights! Our naturalist will lead you on a low-impact hike as lightning bugs illuminate the woods and prairie of Forest Park. Please pre-register for this hike. Good for all ages. More about Guided Hikes: Our team of naturalists guides these hikes and feature the wonders of the Illinois River bluffs as they change over the seasons. Hikes are low-impact unless indicated otherwise, and can be… Read Full Post
Celebrate Father’s Day a little early with a sweet treat at Peoria Zoo! Join us on Saturday, June 15 for Fathers & Floats, a special day to honor all the amazing dads out there. Cool off with a delicious root beer float in the Lodge and enjoy a fun-filled day exploring the Zoo. Bonus treat: Fathers receive FREE admission with a paid child admission as well as a free root beer float! Bring the whole… Read Full Post
Join us at Peoria Zoo for National Pollinator Week, a celebration dedicated to the tiny heroes that keep our ecosystems thriving! From bees and butterflies to birds and bats, pollinators play a vital role in our environment. Throughout the week, enjoy special activities and interactive stations designed to engage visitors of all ages. Discover how pollinators impact our daily lives, learn simple ways to help protect them, and explore the important connections between plants, animals,… Read Full Post
Celebrate freedom, unity, and Peoria’s rich Black history at Jubilee Day: A Juneteenth Celebration! Enjoy entertainment, plus delicious food trucks, family fun, and a dazzling Juneteenth-themed drone show to close the evening. This free event is a welcoming and safe space to engage, learn, and honor the legacy of Juneteenth in our community. Join us for a powerful night of music, culture, and celebration! Schedule of activities: 1pm-5pm: Car Show Food Trucks: Jeff's Tomales, GoBites,… Read Full Post
Proctor Center is delivering a house-music vibe to their pool this summer! Register now to experience lively music, food, spoken word and a place to wind down! You must be at least 25 years old to purchase a ticket and attend this event! Limited tickets available. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 day of the event.
Forest Park Nature Center Members are invited to learn about the enchanting nocturnal insects that brighten our summer nights! Our naturalist will lead you on a low-impact hike as lightning bugs illuminate the woods and prairie of Forest Park. Please pre-register for this hike. Good for all ages. This event is for members only and is FREE. Not currently a member? Join today for benefits like this... and so much more! Learn more here! More… Read Full Post
