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April

Three Sisters Park17189 N State Rte 29 in Chillicothe

Spring Makers Marketsat18apr9:00 am3:00 pm

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Makers Market Illinois will host their Spring Makers Market at Three Sisters Park (located at 17189 N State Rte 29 in Chillicothe) from 9 am - 3 pm. The event

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Makers Market Illinois will host their Spring Makers Market at Three Sisters Park (located at 17189 N State Rte 29 in Chillicothe) from 9 am - 3 pm. The event will feature vendors that have boutique style booths with handmade and vintage products, as well as live music, food trucks, a cash bar, a Kids Korner, and more. The event will be both indoor and outdoor, rain or shine. Admission will be $5 and children 15 and under are free, and for ore information, visit https://www.facebook.com

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April 18, 2026 9:00 am - 3:00 pm(GMT+00:00)

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Three Sisters Park

17189 N State Rte 29 in Chillicothe

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Makers Market Illinois

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Peoria Riverfront MuseumDowntown Peoria

Peoria Riverfront Museum Interplanetary 5Ksat18apr9:00 am

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The Interplanetary 5K Race, 1 Mile Fitness Walk and the 1/2 Mile Kids' Fun Run will be hosted by the Peoria Riverfront Museum with start and finish at the Gateway

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The Interplanetary 5K Race, 1 Mile Fitness Walk and the 1/2 Mile Kids' Fun Run will be hosted by the Peoria Riverfront Museum with start and finish at the Gateway Building (located at 200 Northeast Water Street) beginning at 9 am.  Walk or run through portions of the Central Illinois Community Solar System, the world's most complete large scale model of the Solar System.  The fees for the events are $30 for the 5K, $25 for the 1 Mile Fitness Walk, and  $15 for the 1/2 Mile Kids' Fun Run (save $5 on each pricing level without a t-shirt).  Add $5 for race day registration.  To register, visit https://secure.getmeregistered.com

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April 18, 2026 9:00 am(GMT-05:00)

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Peoria Riverfront Museum

Downtown Peoria

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Peoria Riverfront Museum

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Forest Park Nature Center5809 N Forest Park Dr in Peoria Heights

Forest Park Nature Center - Earth Day Festivalsat18apr11:00 am4:00 pm

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The Annual Earth Day Festival will take place at Forest Park Nature Center (located at 5809 N. Forest Park Drive in Peoria Heights) from 11 am - 4

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The Annual Earth Day Festival will take place at Forest Park Nature Center (located at 5809 N. Forest Park Drive in Peoria Heights) from 11 am - 4 pm.   The Peoria Zoo and Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum representatives will be on hand with creative, wildlife-inspired activities. There will also be guided hikes, food and coffee vendors, pop-up activities and stations to explore plus  entertainment including Safari Joe, the Peoria Drum Circle, Matt Eckberg and more.  Admission is free, however, donations are appreciated.  For more information, visit https://peoriaparks.org

Time

April 18, 2026 11:00 am - 4:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Forest Park Nature Center

5809 N Forest Park Dr in Peoria Heights

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Forest Park Nature Center

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Artistic Community Theatre - Steel Magnoliassat18apr7:30 pm

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Artistic Community Theatre will present Steel Magnolias at the theatre (located at 407 Court St. in Pekin) beginning at 7:30 pm on Friday & Saturday and at 2:30 pm on

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Artistic Community Theatre will present Steel Magnolias at the theatre (located at 407 Court St. in Pekin) beginning at 7:30 pm on Friday & Saturday and at 2:30 pm on Sunday.   Tickets are $20,  $25 for "Munchie Seats" which include a drink & a snack or $30 got "Treat Seats" which includes a meat & cheese plate and are available by calling 309-220-8096 or online in advance at https://www.onthestage.tickets
Steel Magnolias tells the heartfelt and hilarious story of six remarkable Southern women who gather regularly at Truvy’s salon to share life’s joys, heartbreaks, laughter, and everything in between. Through witty banter, touching moments, and unshakable friendship, these women prove that true strength often comes wrapped in warmth, humor, and a little bit of sass.

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April 18, 2026 7:30 pm(GMT+00:00)

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Corn Stock Theatre CenterUpper Bradley Park in Peoria

Corn Stock for Kids - The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobesat18apr2:30 pm

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Corn Stock for Kids will present The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe at the Corn Stock Theatre Center (located in upper Bradley Park) beginning at 7:30

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Corn Stock for Kids will present The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe at the Corn Stock Theatre Center (located in upper Bradley Park) beginning at 7:30 pm.  Tickets are $15 for adults and $11 for kids 12 and under and go on sale on March 26 and will be available at the Corn Stock box office, by calling 309-676-2196 or online at www.CornStockTheatre.com

Step through the wardrobe and into the magical land of Narnia in this enchanting stage adaptation of C.S. Lewis’s beloved classic. The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe, dramatized by Joseph Robinette, brings the timeless tale of courage, sacrifice, and friendship to life as the Pevensie children join Aslan the Great Lion to battle the White Witch and restore hope to a world trapped in eternal winter. Full of wonder, adventure, and heart, this faithful retelling is perfect for families and fans of all ages.
 

Time

April 18, 2026 2:30 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Corn Stock Theatre Center

Upper Bradley Park in Peoria

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Corn Stock Theatre

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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