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Forest Park Nature Center is a place to observe and learn about the natural realms of the Illinois River.
500-acre Illinois nature preserve offering 7 miles of hiking trails ranging from rigorous uphill courses to flatter, less strenuous paths. The center also features a natural history museum, spacious bird watching room, nature hikes, guided walks and a nature store.
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5809 Forest Park Dr
Peoria IL 61614 - Phone: (309) 686-3360
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Fiesta en el Rio
An unforgettable night of celebrating Hispanic heritage through music, dance, food and fun!
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This seven-time Grammy winner has enjoyed #1 hits in Pop, Gospel, R&B and Adult Contemporary, and ha...
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The Peoria Park District is pleased to bring you Peoria’s original celebration of soul and R&B music...
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Join us for live music, authentic Indian cuisine, traditional Indian dancing and much more!!
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Peoria Irish Fest: a leading cultural festival of the Midwest!!
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Come and experience the magic world of the big tent where one leaves Peoria and enters Germany!
Read MorePeoria Art Guild Fine Art Fair 2022
Celebrating 60 years of bringing original art to Central Illinois!!
Read MoreGordon Lightfoot: The Legend in Concert at the Peoria Civic Center
For the first time in 14-years, see a living legend in person!
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