Peoria’s German-American Central Society, in partnership with the Peoria Park District, has brought this great legacy to Peoria. For over 20 years, thousands of people from Peoria, surrounding communities, and around the world have attended Peoria’s Oktoberfest along the riverfront enjoying German culture, food, beer, and music. Come and experience the magic world of the big tent where one leaves Peoria and enters Germany! Enjoy delicious food, the lively entertainment! A wide variety of refreshments—including German beers and wine. There are several children’s activities—especially the Lindenhof Puppet Theatre. Enjoy the German Heritage Tent with exhibits that highlight the German culture and ...

Pups and Pints with Grafelman Farms. Come join Grafelman Farms at Obed and Isaac’s Microbrewery and Eatery on Sep 23 from 11-7 Bring your furry friends and come enjoy a pint in the K9 Social Club. Donations are very appreciated! Great place to spend your afternoon with your best friend- canine or human! There will be adoptable furry friends there too!

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

Sunday, September 23rd! Join us for an hour of yoga paired with a post session craft beer tasting! PLUS, accompanied by live music from Bob Kelly (of The Fourmula) on Drums! The Yoga session is appropriate for all levels, from beginner to advanced and lead by Ann Elizabeth Kraut R.Y.T. 200., but the beers are for 21+!

Bring your mat, or rent/use one of ours for $1.

PRE REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED
Sign up online at kennyswestside.com, through the link below, or at the pub!

Sign-Up: https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=F8UY5R5PMB3VL

See the full calendar of events at kennyswestsidepub.com

Join us for Thursday Night Music - Live from the Beer Garden! Random Strangers will be performing from 6-8pm

Prairie Rivers Network is excited to bring one of the largest environmental film festivals to Illinois. Now in its second year, the Wild & Scenic Film Festival focuses on 11 films which speak to the environmental concerns and celebrations of our planet. Join us and get energized to work to protect clean water, wildlife habitat, and our rich natural landscapes!

For more info: http://prairierivers.org/wsff/

Join us for two days of creative fun. Experience art from 130 juried fine artists on Peoria's Riverfront on September 28-30. Participate in the interactive community mural. Try your hand at wheel-throwing a clay creation at the mobile pottery studio. Bring your children to the Kid's Art Festival where they can create their own masterpieces. Food, beer and wine stations will be set up throughout the fair.

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Enjoy Peoria’s evening skyline by the light of the moon. Live entertainment is included with your ticket for this 2 hour cruise. A cash bar is available. Dinner is not served, but concessions are available. Ask about private deck rental at reduced rates—perfect for rehearsal dinners or class reunions! 

Tickets available at the dock. No reservations required.

www.spiritofpeoria.com

All the Rage is a high energy, party band that plays many of the songs that were “all the rage” in the last 5 decades. With hits like I Want You to Want Me, Bad Name, and Uptown Funk you will be singing and dancing the night away. These four extremely talented musicians have been rocking central Illinois fans for the last 8 years, and prior to that they have all played in various other local bands.

Join us for two days of creative fun. Experience art from 130 juried fine artists on Peoria's Riverfront on September 28-30. Participate in the interactive community mural. Try your hand at wheel-throwing a clay creation at the mobile pottery studio. Bring your children to the Kid's Art Festival where they can create their own masterpieces. Food, beer and wine stations will be set up throughout the fair. More info... ...

Peoria's RiverFront Market features local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, fresh flowers and more!
Local art, live music and demonstrations each week.
Open every Saturday morning, May 19 - September 29
8 am - Noon in the 200 Block of Water Street

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Tianguis is an indigenous word and tradition that dates back to the time of the Aztecs.  Known throughout Mexico as a weekly open-air market vendors would travel from town to town and pop-up business. Tianguis' can now be found throughout cities across the USA now including Peoria!

For more info: https://www.tianguis-peoria.com

Departure time: 11am These cruises are1.5 hours-long and generally run once 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

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

PhanieRae is a five piece Soul/hip hop group with undertones of jazz, rock, funk, and blues