Departure time: 2pm These cruises are1.5 hours-long and run 2 to 5 times a week. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River. 

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available.

www.spiritofpeoria.com

July 19 - 20 

The 2019 Tailgate N’ Tallboys Music Series will, again, be held downtown Peoria on the Riverfront. The series will span 7 different days with 2 festivals. June 13 will be the Summer Kickoff Party. June 14-17 will be the first festival. July 19-20 will be the second and Sep 14 will be the final day of the music series. Each date will have multiple big-name acts, along with many local artists and festivities.

Tailgate N’ Tallboys is Central Illinois #1 Country Music Festival. The Music Series is designed with the true Midwestern summer concert goer in mind. Boasting top country acts to span over the summer months all at one low cost ticket price.

Download the Tailgate N' Tallboys Official Mobile App for the most up-to-date times and information.

https://www.tailgatentallboys.com/

This Kansas City BBQ sanctioned event features over 35 of the best teams in the United States.

Want a VIP experience? Friday evening sample BBQ from four award winning teams and learn tips and tricks from the pros! In 2019 we will have two VIP Tasting times available Friday night at 4:30pm and 7pm. Purchase tickets at www.eventbrite.com/e/tailgate-n-tallboys-july-weekend-tickets-51732049954 and choose the Meats ‘N Music option!.

Think you have the skills to grill with the big dogs? Enter the Backyard BBQ Competition on Saturday!

If you would like to register for the KCBS competition OR the Backyard competition please follow the link to register online! events.peoriaparks.org/bbq-throwdown/

Check out the great concerts from our partner INKED Entertainment, concert tickets can be purchased at www.eventbrite.com/e/tailgate-n-tallboys-july-weekend-tickets-51732049954

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Try KCBS award winning BBQ and learn tips and tricks from 4 of the best BBQ teams in the nation AND get tickets to see two days worth of concerts at the Tailgate N' Tallboys Music Festival! It's a win-win with great food and awesome music on the beautiful Peoria RiverFront!

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Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features Vinyl Tap. For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org

Admission is $8 for members ($12 for nonmembers), $7 for student & senior members ($11 for student & senior nonmembers).  Students with valid school ID & seniors age 65 & older.

Live at the Five Spot followed by Salsa lessons and dancing on the 1st and 3rd Fridays of each month ~  8:30 p.m. - 12:30 a.m.  Visit www.peoriacac.org for more details.

Matt Miller will be Live in the Beer Garden from 6-8pm every other Friday, May through September! Make it a date night to enjoy good food, better beer and amazing music!

https://www.facebook.com/events/553922025093898/

Tailgates and Tallboys after party! Let's keep the country music rolling!

https://www.facebook.com/events/1321672274649760/