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October

Wildlife Scary Parkfri16oct4:00 pm9:00 pm

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The Annual Wildlife Scary Park will take place at Wildlife Prairie Park (located at 3826 N Taylor Rd. in Hanna City) from 4 - 9 pm on Friday, from 2

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The Annual Wildlife Scary Park will take place at Wildlife Prairie Park (located at 3826 N Taylor Rd. in Hanna City) from 4 - 9 pm on Friday, from 2 - 9 pm on Saturday and from 2 - 7 pm on Sunday. Enjoy unlimited carnival rides, special performers, fun outdoor games, photo ops, hayrack shuttle, custom balloons, food vendors, and more including the headless horseman from 6 - 9 pm on Fridays & Saturdays and from 5- 8 pm on Sundays. Admission is $20 for members or $30 to include laser tag games* or $23 for the public (ages 3 & up) or $33 to include laser tag games* or free for ages 2 & under and are available online only (no sales at the gate) at www.wildlifeprairiepark.org
Laser tag games are Friday & Saturday from 4  - 8 pm or Sunday from 4 - 7 pm for 30 minutes. All participants must be at least 7 years old.

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October 16, 2026 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Wildlife Prairie Park

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Barn III Dinner TheatreGoodfield IL

Barn III Dinner Theatre - Elvis Has Left the Buildingfri16oct5:15 pm

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Elvis Has Left the Building will be presented at the Barn III Dinner Theatre (located at 1451 Timberline Rd. in Goodfield) with doors opening at 5:15 pm.  Opening

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Elvis Has Left the Building will be presented at the Barn III Dinner Theatre (located at 1451 Timberline Rd. in Goodfield) with doors opening at 5:15 pm.  Opening on October 2 and running through November 1 with seating beginning at 5:15 pm on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays and at 11:30 am on Sundays.  Reservations are required and may be done at https://www.thebarniii.com

It’s December 20, 1970. When Elvis disappears without a trace just days before a major televised appearance that could make or break his career, Colonel Tom Parker must scramble to keep the press at bay, his sanity in check, and most importantly - the illusion that everything is fine.  Packed with lightning-fast dialogue, outrageous schemes, and a not-so-subtle nod to the rock ’n’ roll hysteria of the 1970s, this show is a crowd-pleasing comedy that’ll have audiences laughing from Graceland to Goodfield.

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October 16, 2026 5:15 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Barn III Dinner Theatre

Goodfield IL

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Barn III Dinner Theatre and Event Center

The Barn III Dinner Theatre is owned by long-time performer, Mary Simon and long-time fan of the Barn, Abby Reel. After a devastating tornado in 2015...
The Barn III Dinner Theatre is owned by long-time performer, Mary Simon and long-time fan of the Barn, Abby Reel. After a devastating tornado in 2015 and subsequently devastating insurance battle, the Barn III Dinner Theatre was finally rebuilt and the company began performances in 2019 after performing at Five Points Washington's Performing Arts Center for several years. When the new facility opened, it allowed the Barn to finally serve alcohol after the town of Goodfield approved a liquor license after decades of being a dry facility.  The Barn III also now hosts private events like weddings, other performances such as recitals, and dance performances in addition to their traditional dinner theatre. With the COVID pandemic forcing changes to the way the Barn does business, they've recently switched over to a plated dinner for their dinner theatre shows after years of offering a buffet. In 2022, their season includes: Weekend Comedy February 4 -27 Live From the Barn, It's the 70s March 10 - April 10, May 5-8 Everybody Loves Opal July 7 - August 14 Run For Your Wife September 29 - October 30 Christmas Past, Present, & Future November 17 - December 31 There will be no shows on November 24, 25 , or December 24, 25 On Thursdays - Saturdays,  doors open at 5:30 pm. Dinner from 5:30 - 6:30 pm. The show begins at 7:30 pm. On Sundays, doors open at 11:30 am. Lunch from 11:30-12:30 pm. Show begins at 1:30 pm. Tickets for dinner & the show are $48 You will select options from our menu for salad, entree, dessert and can enjoy unlimited appetizers.

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Fondulac Farm Park305 Neumann Dr.

Fon du Lac Farm Park - Witches Walkfri16oct6:00 pm8:00 pm

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The annual Witches Walk will take place at the Fon du Lac Farm Park (located at 305 Neumann Dr. in East Peoria) on Friday & Saturday from 6 - 8

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The annual Witches Walk will take place at the Fon du Lac Farm Park (located at 305 Neumann Dr. in East Peoria) on Friday & Saturday from 6 - 8 pm. Featuring a family-friendly, Halloween-themed lighted trail that winds through the farm with spooky scenes, playful frights, and magical surprises around every corner, there’s something enchanting for all ages.  Tickets are $6 for ages 2 and up, free for 1 and under. Express Tickets are $7 which cuts the waiting in line with standard ticket holders and are available for purchase in advance only (not sold at the door).  For more information and tickets, visit https://www.facebook.com

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October 16, 2026 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Fondulac Farm Park

305 Neumann Dr.

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Fondulac Park District

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Peoria Zoo2320 N Prospect Rd in Peoria

Peoria Zoo - Zootoberfri16oct6:00 pm

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Zootober will take place at Peoria Zoo (located at 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria) from 6 - 9 pm on October 9, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29

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Zootober will take place at Peoria Zoo (located at 2320 N. Prospect Rd, Peoria) from 6 - 9 pm on October 9, 10, 16, 17, 22, 23, 24, 28, 29 & 30.  Featuring immersive Halloween scenes filled with lifelike animatronics, light displays, and live actors, stroll along spooky trails and displays while collecting candy at stops along the way.  Grab a spooky snack or themed drink, stop for a Halloween photo op, enjoy hands-on activities, and see what strange new creatures you might encounter.  Tickets are $14 in advance (includes fees - for ages 2 & up) or $17 at the door. visit https://peoriazoo.org

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October 16, 2026 6:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Peoria Zoo

2320 N Prospect Rd in Peoria

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Peoria Zoo

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Spider HillThree Sisters Park

Spider Hillfri16oct7:00 pm11:00 pm

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Spider Hill will take place at Three Sisters Park on Rt. 29 in Chillicothe on Friday & Saturday with gates opening at 6:30 pm for ticket sales and attractions open

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Spider Hill will take place at Three Sisters Park on Rt. 29 in Chillicothe on Friday & Saturday with gates opening at 6:30 pm for ticket sales and attractions open from at 7 -11 pm.   Featuring two main attractions, the Massacre Mansion & Trail of Terror, tickets are $23 per attraction or $35 for a fast pass per attraction.  A sensory friendly version of the haunts will be open on Saturday, October 3 from 6 - 7 pm for $20.  For more information and online tickets, visit https://three-sisters-park.com  

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October 16, 2026 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm(GMT-05:00)

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Spider Hill

Three Sisters Park

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Three Sisters Park

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