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April 2019
Earth Day Festival
Come join us in celebrating Mother Nature! This is your chance to Think Globally and Act Locally. Enjoy fun and informational booths, live music, great local food, kids activities, and much more!
Find out more »July 2019
Songs from the Woods Concert Series, featuring Ben Bedford
In the past twelve years since the release of his first album, Bedford has played his music for audiences all over the United States hitting notable venues such as The Bluebird Cafe in Nashville, Folkstage in Chicago, and Club Passim in Cambridge, Massachusetts. He's also played festivals like The Kerrville Folk Festival in Texas, The Fox Valley Folk Festival in Illinois, and the Fayetteville Roots Festival in Arkansas. His music has received extensive airplay on folk and roots radio in…
Find out more »September 2019
Illinois River Sweep
Meet at Forest Park Nature Center for this annual Illinois River cleanup day. Gloves and trash bags are provided. Call Forest Park at 309-686-3360 to register yourself, your family, or your group. Registration begins at 8am, cleanup begins at 9am.
Find out more »Songs from the Woods featuring Bill Staines
The woods will ring with music at our concert series featuring some of the best singer-songwriters and folk musicians anywhere!
Find out more »October 2019
Fall Photo Scavenger Hunt
Bring your digital camera or phone, and head out onto trails to complete a nature-themed scavenger hunt. Complete as many challenges as you can, as you collect fun memories and maybe even win a prize! $5/team of 10 or fewer people.
Find out more »Creatures of the Night
Summon your courage and prepare to enter the dark forest! Enjoy a trick-or-treat trail, a campfire with nature-inspired stories, and more! $4 in advance; $5 at the door
Find out more »December 2019
Nature Art Show & Sale
Open Tuesday-Saturday only. This art show features unique artwork created by local artists. Find original nature-related photographs, paintings, woodcarvings, handmade jewelry, and more. Enjoy the wood-burning stove, hot drinks, and the rustic charm of the Nature Center! This show is the perfect stop for your holiday shopping list!
Find out more »Holiday Shop & Stroll
Stroll a forest path lit with luminaries; enjoy live holiday music, storytelling and caroling, seasonal treats and wassail; and discover nature-related artwork from the Nature Art Show & Sale. Shop in the Trailhead Nature Store to support this event. Holiday Shop & Stroll alsow takes place on 12/14 and 12/20, with a special sale on 12/20!
Find out more »Holiday Shop & Stroll
Stroll a forest path lit with luminaries; enjoy live holiday music, storytelling and caroling, seasonal treats and wassail; and discover nature-related artwork from the Nature Art Show & Sale. Shop in the Trailhead Nature Store to support this event - special sale on 12/20!
Find out more »Holiday Shop & Stroll
Stroll a forest path lit with luminaries; enjoy live holiday music, storytelling and caroling, seasonal treats and wassail; and discover nature-related artwork from the Nature Art Show & Sale. Shop in the Trailhead Nature Store to support this event - special sale TODAY!
Find out more »January 2020
Nature Photography Contest and Show
Celebrate the beauty of nature with our annual winter photography contest and show! Visit Forest Park or call 309-686-3360 for more information. Forest Park Nature Center is open Tuesday through Saturday 9AM-5PM.
Find out more »February 2020
Songs from the Woods featuring Barry Cloyd
The woods will ring with music at our concert series featuring some of the best singer-songwriters and folk musicians anywhere.
Find out more »Reverse Science Fair
Keep your kids learning on their day off of school! You bring the kids, and we and our partner organizations will set up the interactive science stations. Ages: Elementary and junior high students.
Find out more »April 2020
CANCELLED: Earth Day Festival
Due to the COVID-19 siuation, this event has been cancelled. Earth Day turns 50 this year! Celebrate Mother Nature at our annual Earth Day Festival. Enjoy fun and informational booths, music, great local food, kids activities and more!
Find out more »September 2020
Maple Syrup and Birdseed Sidewalk Sale
Stock up on Camp Wokanda Maple Syrup and birdseed from Forest Park during our sidewalk sale! Get them while supplies last, this stuff is "going like hotcakes"!
Find out more »October 2020
Guided Hikes – Tree ID Hikes
Explore the diversity of life along the Illinois River Bluffs! Our naturalist-guided hikes focus on the wonders of nature during our changing seasons. Themes include Winter Wonder Walk, Tree Identification, Woodland Bird Hikes, Full Moon Strolls, Lightning Bugs!, Woodland and Prairie Wildflower Walks, Signs of Spring, and Fall Foliage Walks. All Ages Welcome. Must pre-register to assure social distancing. peoriaparks.org/registration
Find out more »A New Way to Learn: Beyond School Forest Park Nature Center
In October 2020, the Peoria Park District is launching “Beyond School.” These classes are appropriate for homeschool purposes, but can also be used as an educational supplement for students engaged in online school learning. Programs are available for students ages 4-17, in three categories: Fitness, Nature, and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math). Each class is 6 hours spread across 3-4 sessions over the course of a month. Classes are scheduled in October, November, and December; registration will be…
Find out more »November 2020
Fall Foliage Hike
Take a guided hike with one of the Peoria Park District Naturalists through the beautiful Forest Park. Registration is required to ensure IDPH group size limits are being followed.
Find out more »December 2020
Nature Art Show & Sale
Open Tuesday - Saturday 10am -4pm The most unique artwork created by local artists will be on display and available for purchase at Forest Park Nature Center. You'll find everything from original nature-related photographs, paintings, woodcarvings, handmade jewelry - you're sure to find the perfect gift. Enjoy the wood-burning stove, and the rustic charm of the Nature Center while you peruse the exceptional pieces of local art. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the Forest Park Nature Center.
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