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Fall in Greater Peoria means cooler days, beautiful colors, and numerous ways to celebrate the season. With iconic pumpkin pancakes to corn festivals, haunted houses, and Oktoberfest fun, the calendar is packed with events. Here are upcoming festivals that are the perfect excuse to get outside and enjoy the best of fall! Morton Pumpkin Festival…
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If you’re a history buff visiting central Illinois or calling this region your home, you are probably well acquainted with the major museum stops. You carve out hours and read almost every word on the exhibit signs. But what about the roads less traveled? The pitt stops that sometimes don’t have a docent or sometimes…
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From fall festivals and crisp apple treats to spooky haunts and colorful fall views, Peoria shines brightest in autumn. FALL FESTIVALS There is plenty of food and entertainment for all ages at the Pekin Marigold Festival (September 3-7). Eat all the pumpkin treats your heart desires at the Morton Pumpkin Festival (September 10-13). Oktoberfest (September…
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Show off your good times discovering all Greater Peoria has to offer with these Instagrammable spots. Be sure to @ mention Discover Peoria for the greatest reach! A killer latte at Intuition Coffee + Juice (Peoria)—Greater Peoria has many coffee shops to enjoy a beautifully poured latte, but Intuition is the only one where you…
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It's festival time in the Pumpkin Capital of the World ! Stop by Morton's Pumpkin Festival to see what the hype is all about.
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From freshman to super-senior, get the most of your collegiate experience with the help of this ultimate Peoria Area college bucket list.
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There's nothing quite like the energy of a high school football game on a Friday night. But once the final whistle blows, the real challenge begins: finding a place to celebrate (and refuel) that's still open and close to the action. Fear not, fans! We've tackled the problem and created the ultimate guide to late-night…
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Pekin’s iconic Marigold Festival is back for 2025 with a spirited new theme: “Marigold Pep Rally: Team Spirit!” Happening on Wednesday, September 3, to Sunday, September 7, at Mineral Springs Park. Marigolds symbolize joy, happiness, and positive energy - all things you’ll find at the Pekin Marigold Festival! The festival honors the legacy of Senator Everett McKinley Dirksen…
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The Ledgestone Open is returning to Greater Peoria in 2025, and it’s bringing big excitement for disc golf fans and the local community. This isn’t just any tournament; it’s known as the largest disc golf event in the world, drawing thousands of competitors and spectators each year. Now entering its 15th year, the Ledgestone Open…
