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Central Illinois Ballet Black Box Theater5201 W War Memorial Dr Ste 440

Central Illinois Ballet - Ballet to Broadwaysun18may2:00 pm4:00 pm

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Ballet to

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Ballet to Broadway will be performed by Central Illinois Ballet in their Blackbox Theatre at the studio (located at the Shoppes at Grand Prairie Suite 440 in Peoria) at 7 pm on Friday & Saturday and at 2 pm on Saturday.  From the jazzy stylings of Chicago to the classics of An American in Paris brings the magic of Broadway through electrifying choreography set to iconic show tunes.  Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for students and senior citizens (aged 60+) and are available at https://dancestudio-pro.com

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May 18, 2025 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Central Illinois Ballet Black Box Theater

5201 W War Memorial Dr Ste 440

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Parks On Tap - Donovan Parksun18may2:00 pm5:00 pm

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The Parks

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The Parks On Tap Traveling Taphouse will make an appearance in Donovan Park (located at 5805 Knoxville Ave. in Peoria) from 2 – 5 pm.  Featuring an  outdoor beer garden complete with yard games, live music by Seth Cocquit, food trucks including Gramma Nana’s & Tony’s On Wheels plus beer and soft drinks.   Admission is free. Proceeds will go towards the Peoria Park District Legacy Fund which supports the long-term preservation of Peoria’s parks, green spaces, trails, and natural areas.  For more information, visit http://peoriaparksontap.org

 

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May 18, 2025 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Donovan Park

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Peoria Park District

The oldest and largest park district in Illinois, the Peoria Park District encompasses nearly 60 square miles. Comprising of various venues, events hosted by the Peoria Park District include softball, soccer, volleyball, tennis, and more while Owens Center offers ice skating year-round.  Annually, hundreds of concerts, festivals, and special events are featured on the Peoria RiverFront and in the PPD's parks and facilities.  PPD facilities include the Franciscan Center, Lakeview Park, Logan Park, and the Proctor Recreation Centers, the RiverPlex, and Glen Oak Park is home to Peoria Zoo, Peoria PlayHouse Children’s Museum, and Luthy Botanical Garden.

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Trailside Event Center4416 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights

Central Illinois Jazz Society - Stephanie Aaronsun18may6:00 pm8:15 pm

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Central Illinois

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Central Illinois Jazz Society’s May show will feature Stephanie Aaron at the Trailside Event Center (located at 4416 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights) from 6 – 8:15 pm.  CIJS House Band under the leadership of Larry Harms kicks off the evening, featuring outstanding jazz musicians from the area.   Admission is $8 for CIJS members, $12 for the public and students are free.   You may bring your own snacks, however no beverages which will be available for purchase.  For more information, visit https://cijspeoria.org

 

Time

May 18, 2025 6:00 pm - 8:15 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Trailside Event Center

4416 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights

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Peoria Civic Center Theater201 SW Jefferson Ave in Peoria

Peoria Civic Center Theater - Little Featmon19may7:30 pm

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Little Feat will perform in the Peoria Civic Center Theater beginning at 7:30 pm.  Tickets start at $50.50 and are available at http://ticketmaster.com

Time

May 19, 2025 7:30 pm(GMT-05:00)

Location

Peoria Civic Center Theater

201 SW Jefferson Ave in Peoria

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Peoria Civic Center

The Peoria Civic Center is made up of Carver Arena, a 2,000 seat Theater, multiple Exhibit Halls plus a ballroom and meeting rooms.  Sports teams who call the Civic Center home include the  Bradley University Braves men's basketball team and the Peoria Rivermen Hockey team.  The Peoria Symphony Orchestra and Peoria Ballet also perform in the theater.   And the American Theatre Guild hosts Broadway touring companies through their series in the theatre.
The facility opened in 1982 and thousands of events have taken place here over the last 40 years.  The Exhibit Hall D was added in 2007, bringing the overall exhibit space totaling over 100,000 square feet.  The Great Hall, the box office and the Peoria Rivermen office was part of that remodel as well.

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Dozer Park730 SW Jefferson Ave in Peoria

Peoria Chiefs vs. Dayton Dragonstue20may11:05 am

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The Peoria

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The Peoria Chiefs will take on the Dayton Dragons at 11:05 am at Dozer Park. Individual tickets are $20 for advance dugout seating, $17 for advance field seating and $12 for lawn seats and are available online at www.PeoriaChiefs.com

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May 20, 2025 11:05 am(GMT-05:00)

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Dozer Park

730 SW Jefferson Ave in Peoria

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Peoria Chiefs

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