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Friday, July 19, 2019
Spirit of Peoria Sightseeing Cruise

01:30PM to 03:30PM

Departure time: 2pm These cruises are1.5 hours-long and run 2 to 5 times a week. They begin and end at the riverfront dock in downtown Peoria, with the Spirit cruising up and down the Illinois River. 

Kids and adults alike will be fascinated by the boat’s tall fluted stacks and gigantic candy-apple red paddlewheel churning through the water. It’s great entertainment for all ages. Trip includes Captain’s Commentary. Gift shop and concessions are available.

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Central Illinois BBQ Throwdown

04:00PM to 11:30PM

This Kansas City BBQ sanctioned event features over 35 of the best teams in the United States.

Want a VIP experience? Friday evening sample BBQ from four award winning teams and learn tips and tricks from the pros! In 2019 we will have two VIP Tasting times available Friday night at 4:30pm and 7pm. Purchase tickets at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tailgate-n-tallboys-july-weekend-tickets-51732049954 and choose the Meats ‘N Music option!.

Think you have the skills to grill with the big dogs? Enter the Backyard BBQ Competition on Saturday!

If you would like to register for the KCBS competition OR the Backyard competition please follow the link to register online! https://events.peoriaparks.org/bbq-throwdown/

Check out the great concerts from our partner INKED Entertainment, concert tickets can be purchased at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tailgate-n-tallboys-july-weekend-tickets-51732049954

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Tailgate N' Tallboys

04:00PM to 11:00PM

July 19 - 20 

The 2019 Tailgate N’ Tallboys Music Series will, again, be held downtown Peoria on the Riverfront. The series will span 7 different days with 2 festivals. June 13 will be the Summer Kickoff Party. June 14-17 will be the first festival. July 19-20 will be the second and Sep 14 will be the final day of the music series. Each date will have multiple big-name acts, along with many local artists and festivities.

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Meats N\' Music VIP Concert and Tasting Experience

04:30PM to 07:00PM

Try KCBS award winning BBQ and learn tips and tricks from 4 of the best BBQ teams in the nation AND get tickets to see two days worth of concerts at the Tailgate N' Tallboys Music Festival! It's a win-win with great food and awesome music on the beautiful Peoria RiverFront!

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Live at the Five Spot

05:30PM to 07:30PM

Enjoy live music from local and regional bands every Friday at the Contemporary Art Center.  Tonight features Vinyl Tap. For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org

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