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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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    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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  • 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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  • 5 September Festivals You Can't Miss

    5 September Festivals You Can't Miss

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    It's finally September, so that means it's basically fall, right? Let's run with that. Here are upcoming festivals to get you into the fall state of mind. Pekin Marigold Festival on September 9-13—A festival that started in 1973 as a block party has grown into a community-wide event that draws thousands of visitors. Designed for…

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  • Disc Golf’s Biggest Event Returns to Greater Peoria

    Disc Golf’s Biggest Event Returns to Greater Peoria

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    One of Greater Peoria's biggest sporting events is back! The 2026 Ledgestone Open returns July 30-August 2, bringing the world's top professional disc golfers and thousands of competitors, spectators and fans to Central Illinois. As one of the premier stops on the Disc Golf Pro Tour (DGPT+) and the largest disc golf tournament in the world, Ledgestone has…

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  • Perfect Peoria Picnics

    Perfect Peoria Picnics

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    Peoria has wonderful parks within city limits, and it’s easy to pick up a great lunch nearby. Here are a handful of picnic ideas.

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  • Where to Play Pickleball in Peoria and Beyond

    Where to Play Pickleball in Peoria and Beyond

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    Welcome to the pickleball craze sweeping Greater Peoria! What started as a quirky paddle sport has exploded into one of America’s fastest-growing pastimes, and Central Illinois is no exception. Where to Play One of the best things about pickleball is you can find a court just about anywhere these days. From public parks to indoor…

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