CALENDAR OF EVENTS
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54th Annual Judged Rennick Art Show in the Downtown Library Lower Level 1 Gallery- 08:00AM to 05:00PM
54th Annual Judged Rennick Art Show
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Sponsored by the Peoria Historical Society in partnership with the Peoria Public Library
May 4 through May 30,2018 in the Downtown Library Lower Level 1 Gallery
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Artists may submit oil, watercolor, pen & ink, pastels, colored pencils, charcoal, mixed media, acrylic, photography, pottery, fiber art, print-making, porcelain, or sculpture. Your piece must depict a scene that is within 100 mile radius of the tri-county area. All artwork must be an original completed in the last two years & ready for hanging or on display in the enclosed cases at the library.First Friday Artists' Studio Tours- 05:00PM to 09:00PM
On the First Friday of every month, from 5pm to 9pm, join us for an intimate look at studios, galleries and arts organizations. Meet artists, musicians, neighbors and collectors. The tour includes twelve locations and spans a breadth of artistic media. Come, enjoy the unique efforts of creative and talented artists living and working in Central Illinois. For more information, visit www.peoriafirstfriday.com
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 The Brazilionaires. For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org
...Cinco De Kilo- 06:00PM to 09:00PM
Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with ShaZam Racing and the Running Central to St. Jude Runs crew!
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Start with a 5K on Peoria's beautiful riverfront trail and end with a Fiesta! Sign up today!!!
In 2017, almost 500 people came out to celebrate with us. This year will be bigger and better than ever! Race will be limited to the first 450 people. -
Spring Market at The Sunbeam Building- 10:00AM to 05:00PM
Join us for our Spring Market on May 5th from 10am - 5pm for a fun day of shopping at the Sunbeam Building! You will find many pop-up vendors to visit... artisans sharing their hand-made and one-of-a-kind items. With food, entertainment and music, there will be something for everybody to enjoy, including our amazing permanent shops and studios in the building! Look forward to seeing you there!
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Peoria WingFest 2018- 11:00AM to 05:00PM
Advanced Media Partners and Peoria Park District present:
The 3rd Annual Peoria WingFest will be on Sunday, May 6th 2018 at The Peoria RiverFront for anyone who loves wings, beer and music!
VIP will go on sale on March 21st @ noon for $60
Limited number VIP tickets include tastings, early access to the event and your VIP gift!
General Admission will go on sale on March 28th @ noon
IF THERE ARE ANY TICKETS LEFT, THEY WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE DOOR.
THERE WILL BE LIVE MUSIC BY THREE AND A HALF MEN
PROCEEDS BENEFIT EP!C More info...
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Edgar Miller: Rediscovering Chicago\'s Forgotten Renaissance Man.- 10:00AM to 11:00AM
May 10, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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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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Mardi Gras in May- 03:00PM to 10:00PM
Enjoy Peoria is transforming Water Street into New Orleans’s French Quarter for the 3rd annual Mardi Gras in May Street Party.
*Come enjoy quality entertainment, food, and art up and down Peoria's Water Street!
*Street Performers, Tarot Card Readers, Caricature Artists and storytellers will delight you with their talents!
* Local restaurants will offer authentic Cajun dishes and drinks
*Artists will be selling their wares as well as offering demonstrations and lessons throughout the Festival.
We're bringing you three stages of live music this year, so you better bring your boogie shoes!
You won't want to miss this FREE one of a kind event! More info... -
105.7 the X "Spring Fling"- 05:00PM to 11:30PM
******EVENT INFO******
- Gates open at 5pm on both days
- First band at 6pm on both days
- All ages event. Must have proper ID to drink
- Children 6 and under are free.
- Lawn chairs are allowed in general admission area only.
- No outside food or drink is allowed in the venue.
- RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
THURSDAY LINEUP:
Stone Temple Pilots
Pop Evil
10 Years
Dead Girls Academy
FRIDAY LINEUP:
Stone Sour
Sevendust
I Prevail
Burden of the Sky
Two Day Pass: $70 VIP Section, $55 GA
Single Day Ticket: $45 VIP Section, $35 GA
**VIP Section is section closest to the stage and has it's own bar and bathrooms. DOES NOT INCLUDE MEET AND GREET**
Single Day ticket info coming soon
More info...
Presented by 105.7 The X, Inked Entertainment, and Monarch Music Hall -
105.7 the X- 05:00PM to 11:30PM
******EVENT INFO******
- Gates open at 5pm on both days
- First band at 6pm on both days
- All ages event. Must have proper ID to drink
- Children 6 and under are free.
- Lawn chairs are allowed in general admission area only.
- No outside food or drink is allowed in the venue.
- RAIN OR SHINE EVENT!
THURSDAY LINEUP:
Stone Temple Pilots
Pop Evil
10 Years
Dead Girls Academy
FRIDAY LINEUP:
Stone Sour
Sevendust
I Prevail
Burden of the Sky
Two Day Pass: $70 VIP Section, $55 GA
Single Day Ticket: $45 VIP Section, $35 GA
**VIP Section is section closest to the stage and has it's own bar and bathrooms. DOES NOT INCLUDE MEET AND GREET**
Single Day ticket info coming soon
More info...
Presented by 105.7 The X, Inked Entertainment, and Monarch Music HallLive 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 Robin Crowe Band. For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org
...Spirit of Peoria Tasting Cruise- 07:30PM to 10:00PM
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This cruise features local beer, wine, and whiskey samples along with some light appetizers.The cruise is for adults 21 and over only! Music by Barry Cloyd. -
RiverFront Market- 08:00AM to 12:00PM
Peoria's RiverFront Market features local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, fresh flowers and more!
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Local art, live music and demonstrations each week.
Open every Saturday morning, May 19 - September 29
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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 Arbor Creek. For a complete schedule, visit www.peoriacac.org
...Louie Louie St Jude Fundraiser- 07:00PM to 11:00PM
Since 1988, Central Illinois has been kicking off the summer with the St. Jude Louie Louie Parade and River Jam in downtown Peoria with the sole purpose of raising money for the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. Peoria’s ever-popular Louie Louie Festival! Put on your craziest outfit, grab your kazoo, and meet us at the RiverFront!!! More info...
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RiverFront Market- 08:00AM to 12:00PM
Peoria's RiverFront Market features local produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, fresh flowers and more!
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Local art, live music and demonstrations each week.
Open every Saturday morning, May 19 - September 29
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RiverFront Memorial Day Celebration- 10:30AM to 12:30PM
10:30 a.m. at the Gateway Building. The city of Peoria’s Memorial Day program.
RiverFront Memorial Day Celebration- 10:30AM to 12:30PM
10:30 a.m. at the Gateway Building. The city of Peoria’s Memorial Day program.