Damn Yankees opens at Peoria Players Theatre tomorrow night (Friday) at 7:30 pm and runs Saturday at 7:30 pm and at 2 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $18 for adults, $12 for students aged 18 & under and are available at the Peoria Players box office, by calling 309-688-4473 or online at www.peoriaplayers.org CLICK the image at the left to watch the ExplorePeoria.com Entertainment Video Report about Damn Yankees!
The 4th Annual Health and Wellness Fair will take place tonight (Thursday) from 5 - 7 pm at Midstate College. Featuring free blood pressure and glucose checks, massages, yoga and Tai Chi demonstrations plus other activities, admission is free For more information, call 309-692-4092, ext. 1150.
Smoke on the Mountain continues tonight (Thursday) at the Barn 2 Dinner Theatre in Goodfield and plays through June 7. On Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, doors open at 6 pm, buffet is at 6:30 pm, and the show is at 8 pm. On Sundays, doors & the buffet open at noon, and the show is at 1:30 pm. Prices are $35 for Thursdays, $37 for Fridays and Sunday brunch and $39 for Saturdays. For more information, call 309-965-2545 or go to www.barn2.com Find a $5 Off Per Couple Coupon on Peoria-Deals.com!
The Peoria Chiefs will take on Beloit tonight (Thursday) and Burlington on Friday beginning at 7 pm, Saturday beginning at 6 pm and Sunday beginning at 5 pm at Dozer Stadium. Individual tickets are $10 for club box seating ($11 on Fireworks nights) and $7 for lawn seats and are available at the Peoria Chiefs Box Office, by calling 309-680-4008 or online at www.PeoriaChiefs.com
Morton High School will present their spring musical "Happy Days" at 7 pm tonight (Thursday) through Saturday and at 3 pm on Sunday at the Bertha Frank Performing Arts Center at the high school. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and will be sold at the door. This high energy musical is based on the popular TV series with the same name.
Jesus Christ Superstar continues at Eastlight Theatre in the East Peoria High School auditorium tonight (Thursday) through Saturday beginning at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $19 and are available at the Eastlight Box Office, by calling 309-699-7469 or online at www.eastlighttheatre.com
Jeremy Essig will perform at the Jukebox Comedy Club tonight (Thursday) at 8 pm and Friday & Saturday at 8 pm & 10:30 pm. Tickets are $12 for all shows except for the Friday and Saturday 8 pm shows, which are $14. For more information and to reserve seats, call 309-673-5853 or visit www.jukeboxcomedy.com
The 2015 Annual Arts In Education Spring Celebration continues each weekday through May 22 at the Peoria County Courthouse Plaza beginning at 11 am each day. Celebrating the talents of Pre-K through 12th grade students from seven Central Illinois counties, over 12,000 students perform, exhibit, and demonstrate their talents in the fine arts and applied arts during the six-week event. Check out www.springcelebration.org for complete information and updated schedules.
The CIAO First Fridays Artists' Tour will take place from 5 - 9 pm at 10 different locations in downtown Peoria including The Mill, Murray Center for the Arts, the Contemporary Art Center, and the Peoria Art Guild where visitors can view artist demonstrations as well as purchase pieces. For a complete map of the locations, visit www.ciaopeoria.com
The 2015 Great Lakes Valley Conference Softball Championship will be held Friday through Sunday at the EastSide Centre (located at 1 Eastside Drive in East Peoria). Eight teams will vie for the 2015 GLVC crown and the opportunity to represent the conference at the NCAA Division II National Championship. An All-Tournament Pass is $20 or tickets for Friday are $10 for adults, $7 for students/youth (K-12) and ages 5 and under are free. Tickets for Saturday are $7 for adults, $5 for students/youth (K-12)and ages 5 and under are free and on Sunday prices are $5 for adults, $3 for students/youth (K-12) and ages 5 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased by cash or check only. No credit cards accepted. For more information, visit www.glvcsports.com
The 44th Annual Pekin AMBUCS Charity Auction will be held on Friday at the Memorial Arena at Pekin's Mineral Springs Park (located at 1701 Court St. in Pekin) beginning at 5 pm. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Pekin, Pekin YWCA, AmTrykes, AMBUCS Good Bears, Scholarships for Therapists and many other local charities. For more information, visit www.PekinAMBUCs.org
Passage to India will take place on Friday at the Peoria Civic Center with authentic Indian cuisine, culture and entertainment beginning with cocktails at 5:30 pm. A fundraiser for Easter Seals, tickets are $150 and are available by calling 309-686-7755, x2287 or visiting www.kidstherapyprogress.com/Events/PassageToIndia
Live at the Five Spot at the Contemporary Art Center will featureCousin Eddieon Friday beginning at 5:30 pm. Admission is $8 for members, $12 for non-members, $7 for student & senior members and $11 for student & senior non-members. Salsa at the Contemporary Art Center will take place also on Friday featuring a dance lesson from 8:30 - 9:30 pm and open dancing to DJ Ed Caballero from 9:30 pm - 12:30 am. A cash bar will be available. Admission is $4 for members or $7 for non-members. For more information, call 309-674-6877 or visit www.peoriacac.org
The Itoo Society will host "The Lebanese/Redneck Wedding", an original interactive, improv comedy, will be presented at the Itoo Hall (located at 4909 N Farmington Road in Peoria) beginning at 5:45 pm on Friday & Saturday. In the style of "Tony 'n Tina's Wedding", the show recreates a wedding including the ceremony, a reception dinner and dancing featuring a Lebanese and American buffet. Tickets are $40 per person. For more information or to make reservations, call 309-676-9725.
Enjoy Peoria's evening skyline with a Moonlight Cruise on Friday with live entertainment by Chuck and the C-Note included plus a cash bar available with boarding beginning at 7:30 pm and the cruise running from 8 - 10 pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and $14 for kids aged 4- 12 (3 & under is free). For more information, call 309-637-8000 or visit www.SpiritofPeoria.com
Robert Rich will perform at the Dome Planetarium within the Peoria Riverfront Museum with his Filaments Tour 2015 beginning at 8 pm. World renowned ambient musician and composer Robert Rich and his other-worldly acoustics will be accompanied by an immersive visual show projected overhead on the dome. Local musician the Suit & Tie Guy will be perform a live electronic opening act in the lobby beginning at 7 pm. Seating is limited: tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door and are available the museum, by calling 309-686-7000 or online at www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org
The 51st Annual Rennick Juried Art Show will take place in the Peoria Public Library Main Library Gallery in downtown Peoria from 9 am - 6 pm Monday - Saturday. The show depicts themes from Central Illinois and features variety of mediums. Named for Percival Rennick, the first President of the Peoria Historical Society, the show is chaired by local artist and Peoria Historical Society member, Marjorie Schwebel. A public reception for the exhibit will open to the public on May 16 from 2 - 4 pm. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.peoriapubliclibrary.org
The 4th Annual Shoot for the Cure to benefit the Susan G. Komen Memorial Affiliate will take place on Saturday at the Peoria Skeet and Trap Club (located at 1470 Spring Bay Rd. in East Peoria) beginning at 9:30 am. The $30 fee includes two rounds for trap shooting, two boxes of shotgun shells and a t-shirt. For more information, call 309-645-2597 or visit www.peoriaskeetandtrap.com
Community Children's Theatre Annual Drama Festival will be held on Saturday at Corn Stock Theatre (located at 1700 N. Park Road in Peoria) from 10 am - 4 pm. Enjoy a day of live entertainment featuring award winning TEC school plays performed by Peoria students. Bring your lunch: snacks and drinks will be available at the concession stand. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.PeoriaParks.org
Outlander: The Gathering will take place at the Peoria Public Library Main Library in downtown Peoria on Saturday from 10 am - 2 pm. Perfect for fans of the Diana Gabaldon book series Outlander or the Starz program, the event will take you back in time to explore the Scotland of Outlander. Featuring Clan Donald's pipers, dancers, drummers and singers, an Outlander kitchen, the Myths of Scotland with Bard Wendy Blanton, the Jacobite Rebellion with Dave Halt plus a weapons display and more, admission is free. For more information call 309-497-2702 or 309-497-2141.
The Bradley University Department of Interactive Media presents the 2nd Annual Interactive Media Experience, Fuse: Play - Watch - Interact, a one-day interactive art exhibition of creative work and hands-on exhibits at the Peoria Riverfront Museum on Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm. The show features video showcases, senior presentations, creative exhibitions, green screen experiences and catapult projects. Access to most event areas, including Giant Screen Theater, Lobby and Lakeview Auditorium is free: museum admission applies for entry into FUSE 'green room' exhibit and all other Museum exhibits, which is free to members or $11 for adults, $10 for seniors citizens 60+ or $9 for youth 3-17 plus Peoria county residents receive a 15% discount. For more information, go to http://imbradley.com
Princess and Pirates will take place at the Peoria Zoo on Saturday & Sunday from 11 am - 2 pm. Youngsters are invited to explore the Zoo dressed in their favorite princess or pirate outfits where they can meet parrots and "dragons" up close, encounter a magic mirror, dig for treasure, "walk the plank" and more. Admission is $9 for ages 13 & up, $6 for ages 2 - 12, free for kids 1 & under and $8 for senior citizens aged 65+. For more information, visit www.peoriazoo.org
Prairie Animal Hospital (located at 722 N. Grand Prairie Drive in Peoira) will celebrate its 1st anniversary with a free Pet Wellness Fair on Saturday from Noon - 4 pm. There will be a pet costume contest along with $25 heartworm tests, pet dental presentation, a flea and tick clinic plus other activities. For more information, visit www.peoriapetvet.com
Detox Retox will take place at The Peoria Brewing Company (located at 8012 N. Hale Drive in Peoria) on Saturday from Noon - 1:30 pm. Including 50 minutes of detoxifying yoga with Kristin Corinne Schleich followed by 40+ minutes of craft beer tasting of locally brewed beers, participants must be 21. Please bring your own mat and towel. Cost is $20 per person and includes a yoga class and beer flight. Registration is required and is available at www.kristincorinneyoga.com/detox-retox
A Sightseeing Cruise will take place on the Spirit of Peoria on Saturday and Sunday with boarding beginning at 1:30 pm and the cruise running from 2 - 3:30 pm. Tickets are $16 for adults, $14 for senior citizens, $10 for kids 4-12 and free for ages 3 & under and are available at the dock or online at www.spiritofpeoria.com For more information or to reserve your seats via phone, call 309-637-8000.
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale will perform "A Few of Our Favorite Things" on Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2:30 pm at the Performing Arts Center at Illinois Central College in East Peoria. Directed by Dr. Joseph Henry, the concert will feature child-friendly Disney Movie selections from Frozen, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, 101 Dalmations, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, Pocahontas, and Toy Story plus the PACC Youth Chorus and a special men's invitational choir. Tickets are $20 adults, $8 students, $18 groups of 10 or more. For tickets or more information call 309-693-6725 or visit www.peoriacivicchorale.org
The Sammy Hagar tribute band Red will perform on Saturday at Limelight Eventplex (located at 8102 N. University in Peoria) beginning at 8 pm. Starting at 6:30 pm Limelight will be hosting a guitar competition on the Sound Bar Stage. The top two will face off later in the evening on Limelight's Main Stage. Tickets are $10 in advance, $13 day of show and are available at the Limelight Eventplex box office or online at www.limelighteventplex.com
Neon Equinox will take place at Expo Gardens (located at 1601 W Northmoor Rd. in Peoria) on Saturday from 8 - 11:30 pm. Open to ages 14 to 20, the dance party will feature a laser light system, true concert sound quality, neon glow sticks, beach balls and glow paint, a photo lounge, a rap battle between Brandon Rice and Lucky 7, a smoke machine blast and dance offs. Admission is $10 with a Facebook or Twitter RSVP by Thursday or $15 at the door. RSVP at https://www.facebook.com/events/629421987201769/
Maifest will take place on Sunday at the Lindenhof from Noon - 6 pm featuring live entertainment including Al's Pals Band and Combo, the Lindenhof Echos (Alpine Horns), Gemischterchor (Choir) and Peoria Volkstänzer plus a May Pole ribbon dance and other German folk dances plus crafts for kids. Admission is free. German foods including Bavarian pretzels and German wine & beer will be available for purchase - they accept only cash & checks. The event is sponsored by the Music and Culture Committee of the German American Society of Peoria. For more information, visit www.peoriagermans.net
The African American Hall of Fame Museum will unveil Preston Jackson's larger-than-life "Richard Pryor - More than Just a Comedian" sculpture at the intersection of Washington and State streets in Peoria on Sunday beginning at 3 pm. For more information, call 309-370-0702.
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The 4th Annual Health and Wellness Fair will take place tonight (Thursday) from 5 - 7 pm at Midstate College. Featuring free blood pressure and glucose checks, massages, yoga and Tai Chi demonstrations plus other activities, admission is free For more information, call 309-692-4092, ext. 1150.
Smoke on the Mountain continues tonight (Thursday) at the Barn 2 Dinner Theatre in Goodfield and plays through June 7. On Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, doors open at 6 pm, buffet is at 6:30 pm, and the show is at 8 pm. On Sundays, doors & the buffet open at noon, and the show is at 1:30 pm. Prices are $35 for Thursdays, $37 for Fridays and Sunday brunch and $39 for Saturdays. For more information, call 309-965-2545 or go to 
The Peoria Chiefs will take on Beloit tonight (Thursday) and Burlington on Friday beginning at 7 pm, Saturday beginning at 6 pm and Sunday beginning at 5 pm at Dozer Stadium. Individual tickets are $10 for club box seating ($11 on Fireworks nights) and $7 for lawn seats and are available at the Peoria Chiefs Box Office, by calling 309-680-4008 or online at 
Morton High School will present their spring musical "Happy Days" at 7 pm tonight (Thursday) through Saturday and at 3 pm on Sunday at the Bertha Frank Performing Arts Center at the high school. Tickets are $8 for adults and $5 for students and will be sold at the door. This high energy musical is based on the popular TV series with the same name.
Jesus Christ Superstar continues at Eastlight Theatre in the East Peoria High School auditorium tonight (Thursday) through Saturday beginning at 7:30 pm. Tickets are $19 and are available at the Eastlight Box Office, by calling 309-699-7469 or online at 
Jeremy Essig will perform at the Jukebox Comedy Club tonight (Thursday) at 8 pm and Friday & Saturday at 8 pm & 10:30 pm. Tickets are $12 for all shows except for the Friday and Saturday 8 pm shows, which are $14. For more information and to reserve seats, call 309-673-5853 or visit 
The 2015 Annual Arts In Education Spring Celebration continues each weekday through May 22 at the Peoria County Courthouse Plaza beginning at 11 am each day. Celebrating the talents of Pre-K through 12th grade students from seven Central Illinois counties, over 12,000 students perform, exhibit, and demonstrate their talents in the fine arts and applied arts during the six-week event. Check out 
The CIAO First Fridays Artists' Tour will take place from 5 - 9 pm at 10 different locations in downtown Peoria including The Mill, Murray Center for the Arts, the Contemporary Art Center, and the Peoria Art Guild where visitors can view artist demonstrations as well as purchase pieces. For a complete map of the locations, visit 
The 2015 Great Lakes Valley Conference Softball Championship will be held Friday through Sunday at the EastSide Centre (located at 1 Eastside Drive in East Peoria). Eight teams will vie for the 2015 GLVC crown and the opportunity to represent the conference at the NCAA Division II National Championship. An All-Tournament Pass is $20 or tickets for Friday are $10 for adults, $7 for students/youth (K-12) and ages 5 and under are free. Tickets for Saturday are $7 for adults, $5 for students/youth (K-12)and ages 5 and under are free and on Sunday prices are $5 for adults, $3 for students/youth (K-12) and ages 5 and under are free. Tickets can be purchased by cash or check only. No credit cards accepted. For more information, visit 
The 44th Annual Pekin AMBUCS Charity Auction will be held on Friday at the Memorial Arena at Pekin's Mineral Springs Park (located at 1701 Court St. in Pekin) beginning at 5 pm. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit the Boys & Girls Club of Pekin, Pekin YWCA, AmTrykes, AMBUCS Good Bears, Scholarships for Therapists and many other local charities. For more information, visit 
Passage to India will take place on Friday at the Peoria Civic Center with authentic Indian cuisine, culture and entertainment beginning with cocktails at 5:30 pm. A fundraiser for Easter Seals, tickets are $150 and are available by calling 309-686-7755, x2287 or visiting 
Live at the Five Spot at the Contemporary Art Center will feature
Salsa at the Contemporary Art Center will take place also on Friday featuring a dance lesson from 8:30 - 9:30 pm and open dancing to DJ Ed Caballero from 9:30 pm - 12:30 am. A cash bar will be available. Admission is $4 for members or $7 for non-members. For more information, call 309-674-6877 or visit 
Enjoy Peoria's evening skyline with a Moonlight Cruise on Friday with live entertainment by Chuck and the C-Note included plus a cash bar available with boarding beginning at 7:30 pm and the cruise running from 8 - 10 pm. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for senior citizens and $14 for kids aged 4- 12 (3 & under is free). For more information, call 309-637-8000 or visit 
Robert Rich will perform at the Dome Planetarium within the Peoria Riverfront Museum with his Filaments Tour 2015 beginning at 8 pm. World renowned ambient musician and composer Robert Rich and his other-worldly acoustics will be accompanied by an immersive visual show projected overhead on the dome. Local musician the Suit & Tie Guy will be perform a live electronic opening act in the lobby beginning at 7 pm. Seating is limited: tickets are $12 in advance and $15 at the door and are available the museum, by calling 309-686-7000 or online at 
The 51st Annual Rennick Juried Art Show will take place in the Peoria Public Library Main Library Gallery in downtown Peoria from 9 am - 6 pm Monday - Saturday. The show depicts themes from Central Illinois and features variety of mediums. Named for Percival Rennick, the first President of the Peoria Historical Society, the show is chaired by local artist and Peoria Historical Society member, Marjorie Schwebel. A public reception for the exhibit will open to the public on May 16 from 2 - 4 pm. Admission is free. For more information, visit 
The 4th Annual Shoot for the Cure to benefit the Susan G. Komen Memorial Affiliate will take place on Saturday at the Peoria Skeet and Trap Club (located at 1470 Spring Bay Rd. in East Peoria) beginning at 9:30 am. The $30 fee includes two rounds for trap shooting, two boxes of shotgun shells and a t-shirt. For more information, call 309-645-2597 or visit 
Community Children's Theatre Annual Drama Festival will be held on Saturday at Corn Stock Theatre (located at 1700 N. Park Road in Peoria) from 10 am - 4 pm. Enjoy a day of live entertainment featuring award winning TEC school plays performed by Peoria students. Bring your lunch: snacks and drinks will be available at the concession stand. Admission is free. For more information, visit 
Outlander: The Gathering will take place at the Peoria Public Library Main Library in downtown Peoria on Saturday from 10 am - 2 pm. Perfect for fans of the Diana Gabaldon book series Outlander or the Starz program, the event will take you back in time to explore the Scotland of Outlander. Featuring Clan Donald's pipers, dancers, drummers and singers, an Outlander kitchen, the Myths of Scotland with Bard Wendy Blanton, the Jacobite Rebellion with Dave Halt plus a weapons display and more, admission is free. For more information call 309-497-2702 or 309-497-2141.
The Bradley University Department of Interactive Media presents the 2nd Annual Interactive Media Experience, Fuse: Play - Watch - Interact, a one-day interactive art exhibition of creative work and hands-on exhibits at the Peoria Riverfront Museum on Saturday from 10 am - 5 pm. The show features video showcases, senior presentations, creative exhibitions, green screen experiences and catapult projects. Access to most event areas, including Giant Screen Theater, Lobby and Lakeview Auditorium is free: museum admission applies for entry into FUSE 'green room' exhibit and all other Museum exhibits, which is free to members or $11 for adults, $10 for seniors citizens 60+ or $9 for youth 3-17 plus Peoria county residents receive a 15% discount. For more information, go to 
Princess and Pirates will take place at the Peoria Zoo on Saturday & Sunday from 11 am - 2 pm. Youngsters are invited to explore the Zoo dressed in their favorite princess or pirate outfits where they can meet parrots and "dragons" up close, encounter a magic mirror, dig for treasure, "walk the plank" and more. Admission is $9 for ages 13 & up, $6 for ages 2 - 12, free for kids 1 & under and $8 for senior citizens aged 65+. For more information, visit 
Prairie Animal Hospital (located at 722 N. Grand Prairie Drive in Peoira) will celebrate its 1st anniversary with a free Pet Wellness Fair on Saturday from Noon - 4 pm. There will be a pet costume contest along with $25 heartworm tests, pet dental presentation, a flea and tick clinic plus other activities. For more information, visit 
Detox Retox will take place at The Peoria Brewing Company (located at 8012 N. Hale Drive in Peoria) on Saturday from Noon - 1:30 pm. Including 50 minutes of detoxifying yoga with Kristin Corinne Schleich followed by 40+ minutes of craft beer tasting of locally brewed beers, participants must be 21. Please bring your own mat and towel. Cost is $20 per person and includes a yoga class and beer flight. Registration is required and is available at 
A Sightseeing Cruise will take place on the Spirit of Peoria on Saturday and Sunday with boarding beginning at 1:30 pm and the cruise running from 2 - 3:30 pm. Tickets are $16 for adults, $14 for senior citizens, $10 for kids 4-12 and free for ages 3 & under and are available at the dock or online at 
The Peoria Area Civic Chorale will perform "A Few of Our Favorite Things" on Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2:30 pm at the Performing Arts Center at Illinois Central College in East Peoria. Directed by Dr. Joseph Henry, the concert will feature child-friendly Disney Movie selections from Frozen, The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, 101 Dalmations, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Hercules, Pocahontas, and Toy Story plus the PACC Youth Chorus and a special men's invitational choir. Tickets are $20 adults, $8 students, $18 groups of 10 or more. For tickets or more information call 309-693-6725 or visit 
The Sammy Hagar tribute band Red will perform on Saturday at Limelight Eventplex (located at 8102 N. University in Peoria) beginning at 8 pm. Starting at 6:30 pm Limelight will be hosting a guitar competition on the Sound Bar Stage. The top two will face off later in the evening on Limelight's Main Stage. Tickets are $10 in advance, $13 day of show and are available at the Limelight Eventplex box office or online at 
Neon Equinox will take place at Expo Gardens (located at 1601 W Northmoor Rd. in Peoria) on Saturday from 8 - 11:30 pm. Open to ages 14 to 20, the dance party will feature a laser light system, true concert sound quality, neon glow sticks, beach balls and glow paint, a photo lounge, a rap battle between Brandon Rice and Lucky 7, a smoke machine blast and dance offs. Admission is $10 with a Facebook or Twitter RSVP by Thursday or $15 at the door. RSVP at 
Maifest will take place on Sunday at the Lindenhof from Noon - 6 pm featuring live entertainment including Al's Pals Band and Combo, the Lindenhof Echos (Alpine Horns), Gemischterchor (Choir) and Peoria Volkstänzer plus a May Pole ribbon dance and other German folk dances plus crafts for kids. Admission is free. German foods including Bavarian pretzels and German wine & beer will be available for purchase - they accept only cash & checks. The event is sponsored by the Music and Culture Committee of the German American Society of Peoria. For more information, visit 
The African American Hall of Fame Museum will unveil Preston Jackson's larger-than-life "Richard Pryor - More than Just a Comedian" sculpture at the intersection of Washington and State streets in Peoria on Sunday beginning at 3 pm. For more information, call 309-370-0702.