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Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park: Franciscan 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. 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

Event Series Parks on Tap

Parks on Tap: Sommer Park North

Sommer Park North 6600 N Basket Oak Dr, Peoria, IL, United States

Parks on Tap at Sommer Park North! Join us on August 29, 2025, as Parks on Tap brings the Traveling Tap House to Sommer Park North!  Enjoy an evening of cold drinks, outdoor games, and live entertainment by The Holdouts, as the sun sets. Plus, grab a bite from a delicious local food truck! FREE to attend! Food and drinks available for purchase. Kick back with friends, soak in the peaceful park setting, and make… Read Full Post

Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park

Martin Luther King Jr. Park 825 W McBean St, Peoria, IL, United States

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

Event Series Koerner Cemetery Open House

Koerner Cemetery Open House

Sommer Farm 6329 N Koerner Rd, Edwards, IL

Step back in time and help us celebrate the 175th anniversary of Koerner Cemetery. Join us for a guided tour of this historic pioneer cemetery and learn about the stories of the early settlers who helped shape our region. Tours will be offered continuously throughout the event. All ages are welcome! Advanced registration requested. $2/person. The cemetery is located at Sommer Farm: 6329 N Koerner Rd, Edwards, IL 61528

$2

Reptile Round-Up!

Forest Park Nature Center

Turtles, and lizards and snakes! Oh My! Join our Naturalists as we learn about the scaley friends that call Illinois home! We will learn who lives here, where they live, and what makes them so unique. We may even be able to find some out in the Nature Preserve. All ages welcome. 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… Read Full Post

$5

Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park: Lower Bradley Park

Lower Bradley Park 1314 N Park Rd, Peoria, IL, United States

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

Monarch Day

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

Join us for a flutter-filled celebration of one of nature’s most iconic travelers—the monarch butterfly! Discover the magic of their epic migration, learn about conservation efforts, and explore how these delicate creatures make a big impact on our world. Enjoy hands-on activities and fun for all ages as we honor the monarch and its essential role in our ecosystem. Let your love for pollinators take flight at Peoria Zoo! Included with regular Zoo admission.

Monarch Day

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

Join us for a flutter-filled celebration of one of nature’s most iconic travelers—the monarch butterfly! Discover the magic of their epic migration, learn about conservation efforts, and explore how these delicate creatures make a big impact on our world. Enjoy hands-on activities and fun for all ages as we honor the monarch and its essential role in our ecosystem. Let your love for pollinators take flight at Peoria Zoo! Included with regular Zoo admission.

Members Only: Mindful Evening Hike

Forest Park Nature Center

As the day winds down and longer shadows blanket the forest floor, join us for a mindful walk in the woods. We will slow our pace and use our senses to fully experience the forest as it transitions to night. We will use mindful techniques to engage with the nature around us. This is an opportunity to connect deeply with nature and nurture mindfulness. Please register for this program. This is for Forest Park Members… Read Full Post

Free
Event Series Yoga in the Park

Yoga in the Park: Trewyn Park

Trewyn Park 2219 S Idaho St, Peoria, IL, United States

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

Welcoming Walks: Men’s Hike

Sommer Farm 6329 N Koerner Rd, Edwards, IL

Connect with other men who enjoy the outdoors, hiking, and forging new connections. We'll meet at Ancient Oaks Day Camp building at Sommer Farm. This hike will last about an hour. Afterward, gather by the fire to swap stories and build camaraderie. Please register for this program. For men 21 years old and older. Welcoming Walks are Free!

Free
Event Series Wild Encounters: Second Saturdays

Wild Encounters: Second Saturdays

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

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

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