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  • Holiday Shopping in Peoria, IL | Local Gift Guide

    Holiday Shopping in Peoria, IL | Local Gift Guide

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    The holiday season is here, and there’s no better time to discover the local shops, boutiques and makers that make Greater Peoria special! Skip the usual online shopping scroll and make a day of exploring Peoria-area shops. From locally made treasures to cozy home décor and delicious treats, here’s where to start your holiday shopping…

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  • Your 2026 Guide to Holiday Events in Peoria, IL

    Your 2026 Guide to Holiday Events in Peoria, IL

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    It's the most wonderful time of the year! Grab your calendar, gather your family and friends, and start planning your holiday fun with these Christmas events happening throughout Greater Peoria! Parades & Tree Lightings Markets Lights Santa Shows Parades & Tree Lightings Peoria Santa Claus Parade | Peoria: Nov. 27 A Peoria holiday tradition returns…

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  • County-by-County Trick-or-Treat Schedule

    County-by-County Trick-or-Treat Schedule

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    Grab your plastic pumpkins, it’s Trick-or-Treat season! Check out the full list of trick-or-treat times for 2024 Halloween in Greater Peoria.

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  • From Concerts to Comedy: What’s Happening at the Peoria Civic Center for the remainder of 2026

    From Concerts to Comedy: What’s Happening at the Peoria Civic Center for the remainder of 2026

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    Looking for your next night out in Peoria? From live music and laugh-out-loud comedy to touring productions and exciting sporting events, the Peoria Civic Center has a packed lineup of entertainment through the end of 2026. October Oct. 17: Greg Gutfeld Live 26 featuring Tom Shillue Greg Gutfeld brings his signature political humor and comedy…

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  • Peoria Riverfront Makes Top 10 in America’s Favorite Farmers Markets

    Peoria Riverfront Makes Top 10 in America’s Favorite Farmers Markets

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    Peoria is earning national recognition! The Peoria Riverfront Market has been named No. 6 in the nation in American Farmland Trust’s 2026 America’s Favorite Farmers Market contest, thanks to the support of the local community. The recognition celebrates Peoria's community spirit and support for local businesses. #6Nationwide American Farmland Trust Favorite Farmers Market A Community-Wide…

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  • 13 Best Places to Catch Fall Foliage in Greater Peoria

    13 Best Places to Catch Fall Foliage in Greater Peoria

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    Discover the best locations for Peoria Fall Foliage and witness the breathtaking reds, oranges, and golds of autumn.

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  • Must-See Haunted Houses in the Peoria Area

    Must-See Haunted Houses in the Peoria Area

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    Looking for a good scare this Halloween season? From haunted trails and creepy attractions to spooky experiences around the Peoria area, there’s no shortage of ways to get your adrenaline pumping. Grab your bravest friends and get ready to scream at these local haunted houses and attractions. Aura Haunted House Aura Haunted House is a…

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  • A Pilgrim’s Guide to Peoria: Make the Most of Fulton Sheen’s Beatification Celebration

    A Pilgrim’s Guide to Peoria: Make the Most of Fulton Sheen’s Beatification Celebration

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    This week (and for generations to come), Peoria will welcome pilgrims from across the country and around the world to celebrate the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen—one of central Illinois’ most beloved native sons and one of the Catholic Church’s great modern communicators. While the Beatification Mass will take place in St. Louis on…

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  • Tourism Improvement District FAQ

    Tourism Improvement District FAQ

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    WHAT IS A TOURISM IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT? A Tourism Improvement District (TID) is a stable source of funding for sales and marketing efforts designed to increase occupancy and room rates for tourism businesses. Funds raised through a small assessment on lodging stays (placed on the room folio) are used to provide services desired by and directly…

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  • Know Before You Go: Morton Pumpkin Festival

    Know Before You Go: Morton Pumpkin Festival

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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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