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Peoria Players Theatre Announces Ambitious 2026-27 Season

Peoria Players Theatre Announces Ambitious 2026-27 Season

August 20, 2026 Lifestyle, Nightlife
Tanner’s Orchard – A Complete Guide to Central Illinois’ Favorite Fall Destination

Tanner’s Orchard – A Complete Guide to Central Illinois’ Favorite Fall Destination

August 6, 2026 Attractions, Kids & Family
Peoria Civic Center Events – K-Pop Warriors Live

Peoria Civic Center Events – K-Pop Warriors Live

July 23, 2026 Kids & Family, Lifestyle
Peoria Civic Center Events – The Princess Concert

Peoria Civic Center Events – The Princess Concert

June 22, 2026 Kids & Family, Lifestyle
Red White & Boom 2026

Red White & Boom 2026

June 3, 2026 Kids & Family, Lifestyle, Nightlife
Illinois Shakespeare Festival

Illinois Shakespeare Festival

May 28, 2026 Attractions, Lifestyle
Tremont Turkey Festival

Tremont Turkey Festival

May 20, 2026 Kids & Family, Lifestyle
Peoria Concerts – The Peoria Bach Festival 2026

Peoria Concerts – The Peoria Bach Festival 2026

May 14, 2026 Kids & Family, Lifestyle
Peoria Illinois Attractions

Peoria Illinois Attractions

May 7, 2026 Kids & Family, Nightlife
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Illinois State Fairgrounds801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield

2026 Illinois State Fairthu20augAll Day

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The Illinois State Fair will take place on the Illinois State Fairgrounds Thursday, August 13 through Sunday, August 23. Admission is $10 for adults (ages 13 - 59) on Fridays

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The Illinois State Fair will take place on the Illinois State Fairgrounds Thursday, August 13 through Sunday, August 23. Admission is $10 for adults (ages 13 - 59) on Fridays & Saturdays, or $5 every other day, free for children up to 12 and $3 for senior citizens (ages 60+). Parking per day is $5. There are special discount days as well as advance discounts on mega passes for unlimited carnival rides. For complete information on fair activities, live grandstand entertainment and carnival prices and specials, visit https://statefair.illinois.gov

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August 20, 2026 All Day(GMT-05:00)

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Illinois State Fairgrounds

801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield

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Contemporary Art Center305 SW Water St in Peoria

Contemporary Art Center - Whisper and Shoutthu20aug8:00 pm

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Whisper & Shout will take place at the Contemporary Art Center beginning at 8 pm. Featuring hosts Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV, water and soda are available

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Whisper & Shout will take place at the Contemporary Art Center beginning at 8 pm. Featuring hosts Ryan Lowry and Whitney Jensen with DJ YV, water and soda are available at the bar and attendees may bring their own food and drink or bring in food and drink from the the Rhythm Kitchen.  Featured Poet is She.Unapologetic. Advanced tickets are $5 for members, $8 for the public and $3 for poets* and are available in advance at https://309tix.com
*Purchasing a Poet Ticket is a commitment to share your poetry on stage. If you don't plan to read, then don't purchase a poet level ticket.
 

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August 20, 2026 8:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

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Contemporary Art Center

305 SW Water St in Peoria

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The Contemporary Art Center of Peoria is located on the Peoria riverfront and offers exhibits, live music as well as classes.  Their popular live entertainment...
The Contemporary Art Center of Peoria is located on the Peoria riverfront and offers exhibits, live music as well as classes.  Their popular live entertainment includes Live at the Five Spot which takes place on Friday evenings, as well as Peoria’s Open Mic for Poetry, Whisper & Shout, the first Thursday of the month.  The CAC also participates in the First Fridays Studio Tours every month.

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Eastlight Theatre1401 E Washington St, East Peoria

Eastlight Theatre - Les Miserablesthu20aug7:30 pm

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Les Miserables will be presented at Eastlight Theatre (located at 1401 E Washington St in East Peoria) at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for

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Les Miserables will be presented at Eastlight Theatre (located at 1401 E Washington St in East Peoria) at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for children (only available by calling the box office) and are available at the Eastlight box office, by calling 309-699-7469 or online at https://tickets.eastlighttheatre.com

Les Misérables is the world’s longest running musical — a true modern classic based on Victor Hugo's novel and featuring one of the most memorable scores of all time.  In nineteenth century France, Jean Valjean is released from 19 years of unjust imprisonment, but finds nothing in store for him but mistrust and mistreatment. He breaks his parole in hopes of starting a new life, initiating a lifelong struggle for redemption as he is relentlessly pursued by police inspector Javert, who refuses to believe that Valjean can change his ways.

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August 20, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Eastlight Theatre

1401 E Washington St, East Peoria

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Created by an Intergovernmental Agreement between three local entities: the City of East Peoria, the Fon du Lac Park District, and the East...

Created by an Intergovernmental Agreement between three local entities: the City of East Peoria, the Fon du Lac Park District, and the East Peoria Community High School, Eastlight Theatre performs in the Byron Moore Auditorium East Peoria High School located at 1401 E Washington St. in East Peoria.

Started in 1992, Eastlight Theatre's signature show is Joseph & the Technicolor Dreamcoat with music by Andrew Lloyd Webber is performed around the holidays as part of the annual East Peoria Festival of Lights. Eastlight Theatre is also home to the Penguin Project, which was started by Dr. Andy Morgan and his wife, Kathy Morgan to give opportunities for children with developmental disabilities including Down syndrome, cerebral palsy, autism, intellectual disabilities, learning disabilities, visual impairment, hearing impairment, and other neurological disorders to perform in a musical.  They are joined by "peer mentors", children the same age without disabilities to work with the performers throughout the rehearsals and performances for the shows. Eastlight's Box Office is located at 201 Veterans Dr. in East Peoria.

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Corn Stock Theatre CenterUpper Bradley Park in Peoria

Corn Stock Theatre - Into the Woodsthu20aug7:30 pm

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Into the Woods will be presented at the Corn Stock Theatre Center (located in upper Bradley Park) beginning at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $25 for adults and

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Into the Woods will be presented at the Corn Stock Theatre Center (located in upper Bradley Park) beginning at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for students through age 18 and under are available at the Corn Stock box office, by calling 309-676-2196 or online at www.CornStockTheatre.com

Into the Woods masterfully weaves together classic fairy tales with a sharp, modern twist. Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack, and others venture into the woods in pursuit of their wishes—only to discover that happily ever after is more complicated than it seems. With Stephen Sondheim’s brilliant score and witty storytelling, this beloved musical explores responsibility, community, and the consequences of our choices. Funny, poignant, and deeply moving, Into the Woods is a theatrical favorite that resonates across generations.

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August 20, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Corn Stock Theatre Center

Upper Bradley Park in Peoria

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Corn Stock Theatre is a community theatre that produces 5 shows in the summer under a big-top style tent in Upper Bradley Park plus winter...
Corn Stock Theatre is a community theatre that produces 5 shows in the summer under a big-top style tent in Upper Bradley Park plus winter season shows as well as Corn Stock for Kids productions in their Theatre Center also located in Bradley Park.

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Wildfire Concert - Kasinofri21aug6:00 pm

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Wildlife Prairie Park will present a Wildfire Concert featuring Kasino at the park (located at 3826 N Taylor Rd. in Hanna City) beginning at 6 pm.  Bring your lawn chairs

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Wildlife Prairie Park will present a Wildfire Concert featuring Kasino at the park (located at 3826 N Taylor Rd. in Hanna City) beginning at 6 pm.  Bring your lawn chairs to enjoy the music along with a special Keeper Chat with a Wildlife Prairie Park Animal Ambassador during intermission.  The animal trails and Prairie Zephyr Train will also be open until 8 pm.  Concert admission is $5 for Park members and $10 for the public.  For more information, visit www.wildlifeprairiepark.org
All day train tickets are $7 per person. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. No outside alcohol is allowed on Park premises.
 

Time

August 21, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Wildlife Prairie Park

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