Since 1996, the March Madness Experience™, a family-oriented extravaganza of fun, interactive games, historical exhibits and good times, has been an integral part of the Boys State Finals  in Peoria. Just across the concourse from the tournament action at Carver Arena, the March Madness Experience fills up the Peoria Civic Center's huge Exhibition Hall. It's free to fans who have game tickets, and just $2 for everyone else. Once inside, there's no charge for any of the attractions. So mark your calendar and make a date to visit and enjoy Boys State Finals and the March Madness Experience in Peoria. For more info: www.ihsa.org/SportsActivities/MarchMadnessExperience.aspx ...

Join us at the Peoria Riverfront CEFCU Center Stage immediately after the St. Patrick's Day Parade for an authentic Irish experience!

Featuring:
- Irish Cuisine
- Preview some of the talent that will be at the 2017 Erin Feis with
our TWO live Irish bands
- Festive drinks for both adults and children
- Performances by Irish Dancers
- Family friendly activities

The First, Second, and Third Place Award Winners from the St. Patrick’s Day Parade will be announced during the afternoon Party.

The winners of the Gaelic Gold Raffle will be announced during the afternoon Party activities. Check with a St. Patrick Society Board Member to purchase your Gaelic Gold Raffle Ticket. Only 125 tickets at $20 are sold. You do not need to be present to claim your Gaelic Gold Raffle Prize.

Event entry: $5 for adults
$3 for St. Patrick Society Members
Children 12 and under are free (accompanied by adult)

Tickets will be available at the Gate or pre-purchased with a parade entry.  More info...

IHSA March Madness is coming to Peoria, and for the first time ever, we're opening our sightseeing cruise season early just for the occasion! Join us March 10, 11, 17, or 18. These cruises are an 1.5 hours-long. 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

Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features Phanie Rae and the Soul Shakers. 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.

The Irish...And How They Got That Way presented by the Peoria Cabaret Theatre - 3/17/17 (Fri.)
The Waterhouse's Broadway Lounge
MAXAM Building
316 SW Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

 

An Irish themed dinner buffet available starting at 6:30p, Dessert at 7:30p, and the Show is at 8p. Call 309-494-9100 if you have any questions!

For tickets: https://mkt.com/waterhousepeoria/

Tonight Features: Still Shine

Come and celebrate St. Paddy's Day at Kenny's Westside Pub with Still Shine!

Featuring Americana, progressive newgrass, roots-based acoustic music.

More info...

Since 1996, the March Madness Experience™, a family-oriented extravaganza of fun, interactive games, historical exhibits and good times, has been an integral part of the Boys State Finals  in Peoria. Just across the concourse from the tournament action at Carver Arena, the March Madness Experience fills up the Peoria Civic Center's huge Exhibition Hall. It's free to fans who have game tickets, and just $2 for everyone else. Once inside, there's no charge for any of the attractions. So mark your calendar and make a date to visit and enjoy Boys State Finals and the March Madness Experience in Peoria. For more info: www.ihsa.org/SportsActivities/MarchMadnessExperience.aspx ...

IHSA March Madness is coming to Peoria, and for the first time ever, we're opening our sightseeing cruise season early just for the occasion! Join us March 10, 11, 17, or 18. These cruises are an 1.5 hours-long. 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

Who done it? And why? This interactive cruise is more than a shot in the dark. The cast of the Champaign Urbana Theatre Co will dine and mingle with you as the mystery unfolds! Boarding: 6pm Dinner 6:30pm Cruise: 7-9pm

www.spiritofpeoria.com

The Irish...And How They Got That Way presented by the Peoria Cabaret Theatre
The Waterhouse's Broadway Lounge
MAXAM Building
316 SW Washington Street
Peoria, IL 61602

 

An Irish themed dinner buffet available starting at 6:30p, Dessert at 7:30p, and the Show is at 8p. Call 309-494-9100 if you have any questions!

For tickets: https://mkt.com/waterhousepeoria/

Tonight Features: Flying D'Rito Bros

Enjoy live music every weekend!  For a complete listing, visit, www.rhythmkitchenmusiccafe.biz

Tonight Features: Summer Camp: On the Road 

Lineup:
9-10. Joe Stamm Band
10:20-11:20 Fourmula
11:40-12:40 D Webb
1-2 Hippie Squishers
2:20-3:20 Lexxii Leigh and the BDBG

On The Road brings the magic of Summer Camp Music Festival to your town. 

This spring we will visit multiple cities across the midwest and beyond searching for the best talent the area has to offer.

Come out to support local artists as they play for a spot at #SCamp17!

More info...

The SMG-managed Peoria Civic Center is excited to bring American English back to the theater this March. “Liverpool Mania, The History of The Beatles” brings the most complete Beatles Tribute Show to life, beginning with the early years of Ed Sullivan, grooving through the psychedelic era, and landing on the wonderfully bittersweet final era of The Beatles.

American English will play the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Saturday March 18th at 8pm. Tickets are $28 and $38, and go on sale Friday November 11th 2016 at 10am. Tickets can be purchased at the Toyota Box Office at the Peoria Civic Center, at Ticketmaster.com or by calling 1-800-745-3000.

 

Don’t miss the chance to see the very essence of John, Paul, George, and Ringo through your favorite Beatles songs, visuals, and live Beatles experience! More information is available online at www.PeoriaCivicCenter.com.