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Theater Peoria IL – Les Misérables at the Peoria Civic Center

Theater Peoria IL – Les Misérables at the Peoria Civic Center

December 18, 2025 Nightlife
Broadway in Peoria: Hadestown

Broadway in Peoria: Hadestown

December 3, 2025 Lifestyle, Nightlife
Christmas Events in Peoria Illinois for 2025

Christmas Events in Peoria Illinois for 2025

November 12, 2025 Kids & Family, Nightlife
Broadway in Peoria: Book of Mormon

Broadway in Peoria: Book of Mormon

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Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair 2025

Peoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair 2025

September 22, 2025 Lifestyle
Peoria Oktoberfest 2025

Peoria Oktoberfest 2025

September 18, 2025 Lifestyle
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Morton Pumpkin Festival 2025

September 10, 2025 Kids & Family, Lifestyle
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December

Peoria Park District - Luthy Lightssat20dec5:00 pm8:00 pm

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Luthy Lights will take place at Luthy Botanical Garden (located at 2320 N. Prospect Rd. in Peoria) from 5 – 8 pm. Warm up with a festive drink or snack

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Luthy Lights will take place at Luthy Botanical Garden (located at 2320 N. Prospect Rd. in Peoria) from 5 – 8 pm. Warm up with a festive drink or snack from the Merry Mug pop-up bar and enjoy a bit of holiday shopping, live music and the seasonal celebration of poinsettias in the Conservatory, admission is free, however donations are appreciated.  For more information, visit https://peoriaparks.org

2025 Dates for Luthy Lights:  December 5-6, 11-13, 18-23

Time

December 20, 2025 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT-06:00)

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Luthy Botanical Garden

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Luthy Botanical Garden

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Old State Mine4208 W. Pfeiffer Rd

Peoria State Hospital - Axemassat20dec5:00 pm10:00 pm

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Axemas will take place at the Peoria State Hospital (located at 4208 W Pfeiffer Rd. in Bartonville) from 5 pm – 10 pm.  The evening begins at Santa’s Dungeon Gift

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Axemas will take place at the Peoria State Hospital (located at 4208 W Pfeiffer Rd. in Bartonville) from 5 pm – 10 pm.  The evening begins at Santa’s Dungeon Gift Shop for your more macabre gifts, photo opportunities, and Krampusnacht entertainment followed by a slay ride where the creatures of Axemas to finish with the Yuletide path of Doom.  Admission is $15 for ages 16 and up.  For more information and advance tickets, visit https://buytickets.at

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December 20, 2025 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm(GMT-06:00)

Location

Old State Mine

4208 W. Pfeiffer Rd

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IWP Studio/Doom Industries

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Barn III Dinner TheatreGoodfield IL

Barn III Dinner Theatre - Plaid Tidingssat20dec5:30 pm

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Plaid Tidings will be presented at the Barn III Dinner Theatre in Goodfield running Thursdays through Sundays opening on November 15 and running through December 31 with seating beginning

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Plaid Tidings will be presented at the Barn III Dinner Theatre in Goodfield running Thursdays through Sundays opening on November 15 and running through December 31 with seating beginning at 5:30 pm on Thursdays through Saturdays and at 11:30 am on Sundays.  Tickets for the show are $35.  Upon arrival at the Barn, place your food order ranging in price from $10 – $35.  A minimum food & beverage purchase of $10 per person required with payment due at intermission.  A full bar service is available. Reserve tickets by calling 309-965-2545 or visiting https://www.thebarniii.com

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December 20, 2025 5:30 pm(GMT-06:00)

Location

Barn III Dinner Theatre

Goodfield IL

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Barn III Dinner Theatre and Event Center

The Barn III Dinner Theatre is owned by long-time performer, Mary Simon and long-time fan of the Barn, Abby Reel. After a devastating tornado in 2015 and subsequently devastating insurance battle, the Barn III Dinner Theatre was finally rebuilt and the company began performances in 2019 after performing at Five Points Washington's Performing Arts Center for several years. When the new facility opened, it allowed the Barn to finally serve alcohol after the town of Goodfield approved a liquor license after decades of being a dry facility.  The Barn III also now hosts private events like weddings, other performances such as recitals, and dance performances in addition to their traditional dinner theatre. With the COVID pandemic forcing changes to the way the Barn does business, they've recently switched over to a plated dinner for their dinner theatre shows after years of offering a buffet. In 2022, their season includes: Weekend Comedy February 4 -27 Live From the Barn, It's the 70s March 10 - April 10, May 5-8 Everybody Loves Opal July 7 - August 14 Run For Your Wife September 29 - October 30 Christmas Past, Present, & Future November 17 - December 31 There will be no shows on November 24, 25 , or December 24, 25 On Thursdays - Saturdays,  doors open at 5:30 pm. Dinner from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. The show begins at 7:30 pm. On Sundays, doors open at 11:30 am. Lunch from 11:30-12:30 pm. Show begins at 1:30 pm. Tickets for dinner & the show are $48 You will select options from our menu for salad, entree, dessert and can enjoy unlimited appetizers.

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Barrack's Cater Inn1224 W Pioneer Parkway in Peoria

Arc Light Productions - Holly Jolly Jestsat20dec6:30 pm

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Arc Light Productions will host the Holly Jolly Jest Madrigal Dinner at Barracks Cater Inn (located at 1224 W Pioneer Pkwy. in  Peoria) beginning at 7 pm on Friday, at

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Arc Light Productions will host the Holly Jolly Jest Madrigal Dinner at Barracks Cater Inn (located at 1224 W Pioneer Pkwy. in  Peoria) beginning at 7 pm on Friday, at 6:30 pm on Saturday and at 1 pm on Sunday.  Seating is limited, tickets must be purchased by December 15.  Cost for the Friday evening dessert performance is $22 with cash or check and is $24 with credit card or Venmo and the Saturday & Sunday full meal cost is $40 with cash or check or $42 with credit card or Venmo.  Reservations are available online at https://docs.google.com

Coyote House’s newest Jester is ready for his debut performance, but there’s a problem: Stephen can’t find his Jester costume. When the Sherman, the royal tailor, arrives he announces his intention to challenge Stephen for the Jestership. Drafting the Wench, Friar, Sister Moore, and Lady Hollob onto two separate teams, the two must compete in a series of performances to decree the winner and crown the newest Jester before the entire Christmastime celebration is canceled.

Time

December 20, 2025 6:30 pm(GMT-06:00)

Location

Barrack's Cater Inn

1224 W Pioneer Parkway in Peoria

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Arc Light Productions

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Peoria Players Theatre4300 N University St in Peoria

Peoria Players Theatre - A Jolly Holiday Adventuresat20dec7:30 pm

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Peoria Players Theatre will present A Jolly Holiday Adventure featuring the Peoria Area Performing Arts Studio at the theatre (located at 4300 N. University in Peoria) beginning at 7:30 pm

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Peoria Players Theatre will present A Jolly Holiday Adventure featuring the Peoria Area Performing Arts Studio at the theatre (located at 4300 N. University in Peoria) beginning at 7:30 pm on Thursday, Friday and Saturday and also on Sunday beginning at 2 pm.  Featuring singing, dancing, merriment and holiday tunes plus a live orchestra, tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for ages 18 & under and are available now at https://www.peoriaplayers.org

Time

December 20, 2025 7:30 pm(GMT-06:00)

Location

Peoria Players Theatre

4300 N University St in Peoria

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Peoria Players Theatre

​Peoria Players Theatre in Peoria, Illinois, is the oldest continuously running community theater in the state and the fourth oldest in the nation.  PPT produces 5 musicals and one non-musical each season plus presents the Rocky Horror Picture Show (complete with props) at Halloween plus a Christmas special musical revue.  Their summer youth show allows high school-aged students to perform a musical each year. To learn more about Peoria Player's current or upcoming season, visit their website at http://www.peoriaplayers.org

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