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As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, the Peoria area transforms with seasonal charm! Swap your sun-soaked pool days, leisurely river strolls, and breezy sandals for heartwarming get-togethers, cozy flannels, and a hint of holiday magic around the corner. FESTIVE FLAVORS From pumpkin spice to cinnabun, these coffee shops have all the…
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Get your costumes ready! The Greater Peoria Area is packed with trunk-or-treats, zoo events, parades, and spooky fun for the entire family. Here is your comprehensive guide to all the best Halloween and trick-or-treating events happening in and around Peoria throughout October 2025. Early October Fun Saturday, October 4th Friday, October 10th Saturday, October 11th…
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With autumn here, it’s the perfect time to hit the road for leaf-peeping in the River Valley. Here are the best spots for autumn views.
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The arrival of fall and Halloween can only mean the opening of one thing! Check out these five terrifying haunted houses in the Peoria Area.
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The air is getting crisp, the leaves are starting to change, and the scent of pumpkin spice is officially in the air! While the season officially begins in late September, the spirit of autumn starts with the first hints of cool weather. To help you make the most of this beautiful season, we’ve put together…
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Greater Peoria has plenty of classics and unique twists on fall flavors to enjoy. Try all these cozy and comforting treats while they last!
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The annual Stark County Fall Festival is here! Located in Wyoming, IL’s Thomas Park, it’s a weekend of food, antiques, and fun.
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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…
