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Grandview Drive – The “World’s Most Beautiful Drive”

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Peoria Area Fall Festivals Fall 2023

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Heart of Illinois Fair 2023

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Illinois State Fairgrounds801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield

2026 Illinois State Fairsun16augAll 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

Time

August 16, 2026 All Day(GMT-05:00)

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Illinois State Fairgrounds

801 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield

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Grand Army of the Republic Hall (GAR)416 Hamilton Blvd.

Upstage Theatre Company - Murder on the High Seassun16aug11:30 am

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Upstage Theatre Company will present Bon Voyage: Murder on the High Seas at the Barn III Dinner Theatre (located at 1451 Timberline Road in Goodfield) beginning at 11:30 am.  A

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Upstage Theatre Company will present Bon Voyage: Murder on the High Seas at the Barn III Dinner Theatre (located at 1451 Timberline Road in Goodfield) beginning at 11:30 am.  A part of the Barn's Supper Club series, the ticket price includes performance and your meal in one all-inclusive price.  Featuring appetizers, an island-inspired dinner, the show and a cash bar, tickets are $85 and are available at https://ci.ovationtix.com
This show is an interactive dinner theatre experience where you’ll visit tropical destinations, enjoy onboard entertainment, meet colorful new “shipmates,” and maybe even witness a little murder on the high seas.

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August 16, 2026 11:30 am(GMT+00:00)

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Grand Army of the Republic Hall (GAR)

416 Hamilton Blvd.

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Eastlight Theatre1401 E Washington St, East Peoria

Eastlight Theatre - Les Miserablessun16aug2:00 pm

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Les Miserables will be presented at Eastlight Theatre (located at 1401 E Washington St in East Peoria) at 2 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 2 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 16, 2026 2:00 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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Dozer Park730 SW Jefferson Ave in Peoria

Peoria Chiefs vs. Beloit Sky Carpsun16aug2:05 pm

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The Peoria Chiefs, the St. Louis Cardinals affiliate, will take on the Beloit Sky Carp at 2:05 pm at Dozer Park. Individual tickets start at $14 and are available online

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The Peoria Chiefs, the St. Louis Cardinals affiliate, will take on the Beloit Sky Carp at 2:05 pm at Dozer Park. Individual tickets start at $14 and are available online at www.PeoriaChiefs.com

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August 16, 2026 2:05 pm(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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Trailside Event Center4416 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights

Central Illinois Jazz Society - Pippi and Danielsun16aug6:00 pm8:15 pm

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Central Illinois Jazz Society's August show will feature Pippi and Daniel at the Trailside Event Center (located at 4416 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights) from 6 - 8:15 pm. 

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Central Illinois Jazz Society's August show will feature Pippi and Daniel at the Trailside Event Center (located at 4416 N Prospect Rd. in Peoria Heights) from 6 - 8:15 pm.  The 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://www.facebook.com  

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August 16, 2026 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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