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September

Mineral Springs Park1701 Court St, Pekin, IL 61554

2025 Pekin Marigold Festivalsun13sepAll Day

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The 2026 Pekin Marigold Festival will take place at Mineral Springs Park (located at 1701 Court St in Pekin) on Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 pm, on Friday from 5

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The 2026 Pekin Marigold Festival will take place at Mineral Springs Park (located at 1701 Court St in Pekin) on Thursday from 5:30 - 9:30 pm, on Friday from 5 - 11 pm, on Saturday from 9 am - 11 pm and on Sunday from 8 am - 5 pm. Featuring a carnival, Art in the Park, Taste of Pekin, a Festive Food Court, a parade on Saturday, a cardboard boat race, a Lagoon Glow on Saturday night, a Sunday morning breakfast and community worship service, live entertainment throughout the event plus kids activities and more, admission is free.  New this year is the Roots & Boots Dragon Jam on Friday at the Avanti's Event Center Fields from 5 - 11 pm and a Rodeo Show at the Livestock Review Building next to the Parkside Athletic Club) on Sunday at 2 pm.   Tickets for these events along with more information are available at www.pekinchamber.com

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September 13, 2026 All Day(GMT-05:00)

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Mineral Springs Park

1701 Court St, Pekin, IL 61554

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Pekin Chamber of Commerce

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Riverfront Events - Go Day 2026sun13sep11:00 am4:00 pm

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Go Day 2026 will take place at the Peoria Riverfront beginning at 11 am. Featuring live performances by local talent and community organizations, the Big Picture Peoria Street Festival with murals,

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Go Day 2026 will take place at the Peoria Riverfront beginning at 11 am. Featuring live performances by local talent and community organizations, the Big Picture Peoria Street Festival with murals, pop-up galleries, and artists creating live interactive art zones,  a sports and movement area, food trucks and more.  Admission is free.  For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com

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September 13, 2026 11:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

Location

Peoria RiverFront

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Peoria Park District

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Riverfront Events - 2nd Annual Peoria Dragon Boat Racesun13sep11:00 am

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The 2nd Annual Peoria Dragon Boat Race will take place at the Peoria Riverfront beginning at 11 am. Featuring teams from China, Chicago, the East Peoria Boat Club and local

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The 2nd Annual Peoria Dragon Boat Race will take place at the Peoria Riverfront beginning at 11 am. Featuring teams from China, Chicago, the East Peoria Boat Club and local community teams, there will also be a fashion show,  a Mahjong experience, Chinese New Year Gala dance performances, a Chinese silk scarf exhibition,  Mandarin & Chinese dialect conversation corner, Dragon dance & drumming, table tennis activities, a Tai Chi demonstration, a tug-of-war competition, traditional arts & hands-on activities, a Chinese movable-type printing experience,  Chinese calligraphy, a Chinese tea ceremony, hands-on crafts, Chinese souvenirs, exhibitions & educational Activities and more.  Admission is free.  For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com

Time

September 13, 2026 11:00 am(GMT-05:00)

Location

Peoria RiverFront

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Peoria Park District

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Peoria Riverfront MuseumDowntown Peoria

Peoria Riverfront Museum - Free Admission Daysun13sep12:00 pm5:00 pm

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The Peoria Riverfront Museum will host Access for All with free admission for all from Noon - 5 pm.  Featuring special activities, tours, and more, for more information, visit

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The Peoria Riverfront Museum will host Access for All with free admission for all from Noon - 5 pm.  Featuring special activities, tours, and more, for more information, visit https://www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org
Sponsored by the Art Bridges Foundation
 

Time

September 13, 2026 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Peoria Riverfront Museum

Downtown Peoria

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Peoria Riverfront Museum

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Peoria Players Theatre4300 N University St in Peoria

Peoria Players Theatre - Come From Awaysun13sep2:30 pm

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Come From Away will be presented by Peoria Players Theatre (located at 4300 N. University St. in Peoria) at 2:30 pm.   Tickets go on sale on August

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Come From Away will be presented by Peoria Players Theatre (located at 4300 N. University St. in Peoria) at 2:30 pm.   Tickets go on sale on August 31 and will be $25 for adults, $20 for patrons 20 and younger and are available at the Peoria Players box office, by calling 309-688-4473 or online at www.peoriaplayers.org

Read our article about Peoria Players Theatre 2026-27 Season.

Come From Away is a critically acclaimed musical featuring a culturally relevant script accompanied by a deeply moving score by Irene Sankoff and David Hein. The show has earned global success with 37 award nominations, 13 of which resulted in wins, most notably Best New Musical at the 2019 Olivier Awards and Outstanding Musical at the 2017 Drama Desk Awards. The show’s global presence resonates across all audiences as an uplifting reminder of humanity’s ability to come together, no matter what the circumstances. Come From Away is based on the true story of the time when the isolated community of Gander, Newfoundland, played host to the world. What started as an average day in a small town turned into an international sleepover, when 38 planes, carrying thousands of people from around the globe, were diverted to Gander’s airstrip on September 11, 2001. Undaunted by culture clashes and language barriers, the people of Gander cheered the stranded travelers with music, an open bar and the recognition that we’re all part of a global family.
Contains some adult content.

Time

September 13, 2026 2:30 pm(GMT-05:00)

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...
​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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