The Beat MSA: Blues Concert & Fundraiser
will take place at Monarch Music Hall (located at 8102 N University St in Peoria) tonight (Thursday) beginning at 5:30 pm. Featuring an evening of music, food, a silent auction, information and awareness, bands performing include Trigger Hippy, EC Scott and Smoke, Danielle Nicole and Brandon Miller, Jason Ricci, Smoker Blues Band, Lizzi Neal Band and Hoosier Daddy. Honoring World MSA Day, this is a benefit
for Multiple System Atrophy (MSA) research. Tickets are $35 and are available at www.monarchmusichall.com Click HERE to Watch our Beat MSA Blues Concert Entertainment Report!
Funny Money opens tonight (Thursday) at the Barn III Dinner Theatre in Goodfield and running Thursdays - Sundays through November 10. From the author of Run For Your Wife, this wild comedy starts out when mild mannered Henry finds a briefcase full of money on the train and comes home to his wife with
plans for a quick getaway. On Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays, doors open at 6 pm and on Sundays, doors open at 12:30 pm. Now offering a full cash bar, tickets are $45 for Thursdays, $47.50 for Fridays and Sunday brunch and $49 for Saturdays and are available by calling 309-965-2545 or visit www.thebarniii.com Click HERE to Watch our Entertainment Report video about Funny Money!
Million Dollar Quartet opens at Peoria Players Theatre (located at 4300 N University St. in Peoria) on Friday at 7:30 pm and also runs Saturday at 7:30 pm and Sunday at 2 pm. On December 4, 1956, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley found themselves at Sun Records
in Memphis and proceeded to record a legendary jam album. A Tony Award-winning musical, Million Dollar Quartet recounts that single night with the meaningful and humorous story of these men’s journeys through the music business. A venerable rock concert where audiences relive the glory days of early rock and roll, the score features major hits performed live onstage by legendary characters. Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for youth and are available at the box office, by calling
309-688-4473 or online at www.peoriaplayers.org Click HERE to Watch our Entertainment Report video about Million Dollar Quartet!
The Peoria Historical Society's Grandview Drive & Springdale Cemetery Tour takes you to view spectacular views of the river from the world’s most beautiful drive while viewing elegant homes of past and present Peorians then continues to the oldest chartered cemetery in the state of Illinois running every Friday in October beginning
at 11:30 am. Their Haunted Peoria Tour is where you’ll discover the stories behind the ghostly appearances that have startled and puzzled Peorians through the years. Learn about the Lady in White, the Legend of Nee-Nee-Wah, the Curse of Old Lady Gray, and more running every Saturday in October at 11:30 am and at 1:30 pm from the Caterpillar Visitor's Center. Cost for each tour is $15. For more information, call 309-674-1921 or visit www.peoriahistoricalsociety.com Click HERE to Watch our Entertainment Report video about History Tours!
Hayrides and Hotdogs will take place at Sommer Park (located at 6329 N.
Koerner Road in Edwards) every Thursday in October from 5 - 7 pm. Enjoy roasted hot dogs, chips, carrots, baked beans, marshmallows and drinks plus a hayrack ride and mid-1800s Autumn play party activities which include sack races and fortune telling. Costumes are encouraged. Admission is $6 for ages 11 & up, $4 for ages 3 - 10 and free for ages 2 and under. For more information, call 309-691-8423 or visit www.peoriaparks.org
A discussion of the Importance of the 2020 Census will take place at Advanced
Medical Transport (located at 1718 N Sterling Ave. in Peoria) tonight (Thursday) beginning at 6 pm. Hosted by the Greater Peoria League of Women Voters, the presentation by Caryl Riley, partnership specialist, Chicago Regional Census Bureau will discuss the impact of the Census outcome on communities, why it is important to count every resident, the challenges involved, and how community partners and civic organizations can take part. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://lwvgp.org
Peter and the Starcatcher by the Bradley University Theatre Department
continues at Hartmann Center on the Bradley University campus tonight (Thursday) - Saturday at 7:30 pm and at 2 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for Bradley faculty, staff and senior citizens and $10 for students and are available by calling 309-677-2650 or online at https://bradley.edu
Whisper & Shout will take place at the Contemporary Art Center tonight
(Thursday) beginning at 8 pm. An open mic for sharing and inspiring poetry, admission is $4 for members or $8 for non-members. For more information, call 309-674-6822 or visit www.peoriacac.org
The First Fridays Artists’ Tour will take place on Friday
from 5 - 9 pm at various locations including the Peoria Art Guild, the Contemporary Art Center, Studios on Sheridan, Wheel Art Pottery Studios, Glazed and Confused Pottery plus other locations where visitors can view artist demonstrations as well as purchase pieces. For a complete map of the locations, visit http://peoriafirstfriday.com
Live at the Five Spot with
Doran & the Soul Mystics will take place at the Contemporary Art Center on Friday from 5:30 - 8:30 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 feature a dance lesson also on Friday from 8:30 - 9:30 pm and open dancing to DJ Ed Caballero from 9:30 pm - 12:30 am. Admission is $5 for members or $8 for non-members. For more information, call 309-674-6822 or visit www.peoriacac.org
The Historic Springdale Cemetery Tours (located at 3014 N
Prospect Rd. in Peoria) will take place at the at 6 pm on Friday at Noon and 2 pm on Saturday & Sunday. Admission is $10 per person or $5 for for ages 12 & under or $25 for Family Pack which includes 2 adults and 2 children. For more information and to reserve tickets, call 309-696-0956 or visit www.facebook.com
The Haunted Infirmary will take place at the Bartonville
Insane Asylum (located at 4500 Enterprise Dr. in Bartonville) on Friday and Saturday from 7 pm – Midnight. Tickets are $15 and are available online until 6 pm the night of the haunt or at the gate (cash only) until capacity is reached. Recommended for ages 14 and up, for tickets or more information, call 309-241-3113 or visit www.hauntedinfirmary.org
Spider Hill will take place at Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe on Friday &
Saturday with gates opening at 6 pm for ticket sales and attractions open from at 7 -11 pm. New this year is their “Rage Room” where you choose your weapon and work out all your anger, aggression, and frustration. They provide stuff to obliterate and smash-up or you can bring your own items such as pictures of your ex, your report card to destroy. Their other attractions, Massacre Mansion, Trail of Terror and Zombie Invasion paintball are back too. Tickets are $10 per person per
attraction or a wristband good for unlimited house and walking trail plus one Zombie paintball invasion for $35. A fast pass for each attraction is $17 or an all attraction fast pass is $55. For more information, visit www.threesisterspark.com Find Coupons for Spider Hill on Peoria.Deals!
Enjoy Peoria's evening skyline with a Moonlight Cruise on the Spirit of
Peoria on Friday from 7:30 - 9:30 pm. Featuring live entertainment and a cash bar, tickets are $23 for adults, $21 for senior citizens 55 and up, and $14 for kids aged 4 - 15 and infants are free. Reservations are not required. For more information, call 309-637-8000 or visit www.SpiritofPeoria.com
Home Free will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Friday beginning at 8 pm. Tickets range from
$19.50 to $49.50 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com
Matty Ryan will perform at the Jukebox Comedy Club & Lounge (located at 3527 W
Farmington Rd. in Peoria) on Friday at 8 pm and Saturday at 7:15 pm and 9:30 pm. Tickets range from $10 - $15 and are available by calling 309-673-5853 or online at www.jukeboxcomedy.com
A Used Book Sale will take place at Universalist Unitarian Church (located at
3000 W Richwoods Blvd. in Peoria) on Saturday from 8 am – 5 pm and on Sunday from 11:30 am – 3 pm. Featuring a wide selection of books, audio books, DVDs, CDs, tapes, magazines, sheet music, and records, on Sunday take advantage of their $5 per bag sale. Admission is free. For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com
A Community Shred Day will be held at Heartland Bank (located at 9010 N. Allen Road in
Peoria) on Saturday from 8:30 am - Noon. Area residents and businesses are invited to bring personal documents for secure, onsite shredding by COPS. There is no charge to have documents shredded. For more details, visit http://hbtbank.com/shred-days
The Annual Spoon River Scenic Drive will take place
from 9 am - 5 pm on Saturday & Sunday in the Fulton County towns of Astoria, Avon, Banner, Bernadotte, Babylon, Canton, Cuba, Duncan Mills, Ellisville, Fairview, Farmington, Fiatt, Ipava, Lewistown, London Mills, Middle Grove, Smithfield, St. David, Table Grove and Vermont. Local businesses as well as vendors will be offering their wares. Admission is free. For more information, visit http://spoonriverdrive.org
The Peoria Symphony Orchestra will host the Beat Beethoven 5K Run/2-Mile
Walk on Saturday beginning at the PSO Office (located at 101 State Street in Peoria) at 9 am. Challenging runners to finish the course before Beethoven’s famous 5th Symphony finishes (approx. 33 minutes), the entry fee is $35 for adults or $10 for kids. Find full details and register at https://peoriasymphony.org
Sculpture Walk
Peoria offers free docent led tours of the 9 sculptures that are on display for 12 months on Washington Street between State and Fulton every Saturday through October 26. The tours will begin at the Peoria Riverfront Museum lobby beginning at 10 am and Noon. No reservations are necessary. For more information, visit www.artspartners.net/swp
Moon Family Day will take place at the Peoria RiverFront Museum on
Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm. Featuring stellar lunar activities that celebrate the Moon exhibition, admission is free with paid admission which is $11 for adults, $10 for senior citizens aged 60+ and students with ID and $9 for ages 3 - 17 or free for PRM members. For more information, visit www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org
Ride a Piece of Peoria’s History on the newly restored 1931 Ahrens-Fox Fire
Engine at the Wheels O’Time Museum (located at 1710 W Woodside Dr. in Dunlap) on Saturday from Noon to 4 pm. The truck accommodates six to eight people and will run two to three times per hour. Rides are free with paid admission, which is $9 for adults, $8 for senior citizens aged 65+, $3.50 for kids aged 3 through 8th grade with discounts for groups. For more information, visit www.facebook.com
InternationalObserve the Moon Night will take place at the
Northmoor Observatory (located in Donovan Park at 5805 N Knoxville Ave. in Peoria) from 6 - 10 pm. Co-hosted by the Peoria Public Library and the Peoria Astronomical Society, it will feature a family-friendly special moon-themed story time, a craft and the opportunity to observe the moon through a real telescope. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.facebook.com
Cabernet & Clay Hand Built Ceramics will take place at the
Peoria Riverfront Museum Studio 1 on Saturday from 6:30 - 9 pm. Featuring local teacher and artist, Al Corpuz, will lead you in a variety of ceramic techniques, including glazing, wheel throwing, and hand-building along with wine and light snacks which will then be fired and glazed for you. For ages 21 and over, cost is $30 for members and $36 for the public. For more information and to register, visit www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org
Kevin James will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Saturday at 7 pm.
Tickets range from $39.50 to $75 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com
Chris Young will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Arena at 7:30 pm. Tickets range
from $29.75 to $59.75 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center box office or online at www.ticketmaster.com
Schlachtfest and a German-American Day Celebration will take place at Hickory
Grove Park (located at 12403 Hickory Grove Rd. in Dunlap) on Sunday from Noon - 8 pm. Hosted by the Peoria German-American Central Society, the event features German music by Vogel Musik and Al’s Pals, German beer & food, a German car cruis’n, an arts and craft fair plus a shooting tent, bags & a German gift tent. Admission is free. For more information, visit www.peoriagermans.net
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Hayrides and Hotdogs will take place at Sommer Park (located at 6329 N.
Koerner Road in Edwards) every Thursday in October from 5 - 7 pm. Enjoy roasted hot dogs, chips, carrots, baked beans, marshmallows and drinks plus a hayrack ride and mid-1800s Autumn play party activities which include sack races and fortune telling. Costumes are encouraged. Admission is $6 for ages 11 & up, $4 for ages 3 - 10 and free for ages 2 and under. For more information, call 309-691-8423 or visit 
A discussion of the Importance of the 2020 Census will take place at Advanced
Medical Transport (located at 1718 N Sterling Ave. in Peoria) tonight (Thursday) beginning at 6 pm. Hosted by the Greater Peoria League of Women Voters, the presentation by Caryl Riley, partnership specialist, Chicago Regional Census Bureau will discuss the impact of the Census outcome on communities, why it is important to count every resident, the challenges involved, and how community partners and civic organizations can take part. Admission is free. For more information, visit 
Peter and the Starcatcher by the Bradley University Theatre Department
continues at Hartmann Center on the Bradley University campus tonight (Thursday) - Saturday at 7:30 pm and at 2 pm on Sunday. Tickets are $20 for adults, $18 for Bradley faculty, staff and senior citizens and $10 for students and are available by calling 309-677-2650 or online at 
Whisper & Shout will take place at the Contemporary Art Center tonight
(Thursday) beginning at 8 pm. An open mic for sharing and inspiring poetry, admission is $4 for members or $8 for non-members. For more information, call 309-674-6822 or visit 
The First Fridays Artists’ Tour will take place on Friday
from 5 - 9 pm at various locations including the Peoria Art Guild, the Contemporary Art Center, Studios on Sheridan, Wheel Art Pottery Studios, Glazed and Confused Pottery plus other locations where visitors can view artist demonstrations as well as purchase pieces. For a complete map of the locations, visit 
Live at the Five Spot with
Doran & the Soul Mystics will take place at the Contemporary Art Center on Friday from 5:30 - 8:30 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 feature a dance lesson also on Friday from 8:30 - 9:30 pm and open dancing to DJ Ed Caballero from 9:30 pm - 12:30 am. Admission is $5 for members or $8 for non-members. For more information, call 309-674-6822 or visit 
The Historic Springdale Cemetery Tours (located at 3014 N
Prospect Rd. in Peoria) will take place at the at 6 pm on Friday at Noon and 2 pm on Saturday & Sunday. Admission is $10 per person or $5 for for ages 12 & under or $25 for Family Pack which includes 2 adults and 2 children. For more information and to reserve tickets, call 309-696-0956 or visit 
The Haunted Infirmary will take place at the Bartonville
Insane Asylum (located at 4500 Enterprise Dr. in Bartonville) on Friday and Saturday from 7 pm – Midnight. Tickets are $15 and are available online until 6 pm the night of the haunt or at the gate (cash only) until capacity is reached. Recommended for ages 14 and up, for tickets or more information, call 309-241-3113 or visit 
Spider Hill will take place at Three Sisters Park in Chillicothe on Friday &
Saturday with gates opening at 6 pm for ticket sales and attractions open from at 7 -11 pm. New this year is their “Rage Room” where you choose your weapon and work out all your anger, aggression, and frustration. They provide stuff to obliterate and smash-up or you can bring your own items such as pictures of your ex, your report card to destroy. Their other attractions, Massacre Mansion, Trail of Terror and Zombie Invasion paintball are back too. Tickets are $10 per person per
attraction or a wristband good for unlimited house and walking trail plus one Zombie paintball invasion for $35. A fast pass for each attraction is $17 or an all attraction fast pass is $55. For more information, visit 
Enjoy Peoria's evening skyline with a Moonlight Cruise on the Spirit of
Peoria on Friday from 7:30 - 9:30 pm. Featuring live entertainment and a cash bar, tickets are $23 for adults, $21 for senior citizens 55 and up, and $14 for kids aged 4 - 15 and infants are free. Reservations are not required. For more information, call 309-637-8000 or visit 
Home Free will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Friday beginning at 8 pm. Tickets range from
$19.50 to $49.50 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center box office or online at 
Matty Ryan will perform at the Jukebox Comedy Club & Lounge (located at 3527 W
Farmington Rd. in Peoria) on Friday at 8 pm and Saturday at 7:15 pm and 9:30 pm. Tickets range from $10 - $15 and are available by calling 309-673-5853 or online at 
A Used Book Sale will take place at Universalist Unitarian Church (located at
3000 W Richwoods Blvd. in Peoria) on Saturday from 8 am – 5 pm and on Sunday from 11:30 am – 3 pm. Featuring a wide selection of books, audio books, DVDs, CDs, tapes, magazines, sheet music, and records, on Sunday take advantage of their $5 per bag sale. Admission is free. For more information, visit 
A Community Shred Day will be held at Heartland Bank (located at 9010 N. Allen Road in
Peoria) on Saturday from 8:30 am - Noon. Area residents and businesses are invited to bring personal documents for secure, onsite shredding by COPS. There is no charge to have documents shredded. For more details, visit 
The Annual Spoon River Scenic Drive will take place
from 9 am - 5 pm on Saturday & Sunday in the Fulton County towns of Astoria, Avon, Banner, Bernadotte, Babylon, Canton, Cuba, Duncan Mills, Ellisville, Fairview, Farmington, Fiatt, Ipava, Lewistown, London Mills, Middle Grove, Smithfield, St. David, Table Grove and Vermont. Local businesses as well as vendors will be offering their wares. Admission is free. For more information, visit 
The Peoria Symphony Orchestra will host the Beat Beethoven 5K Run/2-Mile
Walk on Saturday beginning at the PSO Office (located at 101 State Street in Peoria) at 9 am. Challenging runners to finish the course before Beethoven’s famous 5th Symphony finishes (approx. 33 minutes), the entry fee is $35 for adults or $10 for kids. Find full details and register at 
Sculpture Walk
Peoria offers free docent led tours of the 9 sculptures that are on display for 12 months on Washington Street between State and Fulton every Saturday through October 26. The tours will begin at the Peoria Riverfront Museum lobby beginning at 10 am and Noon. No reservations are necessary. For more information, visit 
Moon Family Day will take place at the Peoria RiverFront Museum on
Saturday from 11 am - 2 pm. Featuring stellar lunar activities that celebrate the Moon exhibition, admission is free with paid admission which is $11 for adults, $10 for senior citizens aged 60+ and students with ID and $9 for ages 3 - 17 or free for PRM members. For more information, visit 
Ride a Piece of Peoria’s History on the newly restored 1931 Ahrens-Fox Fire
Engine at the Wheels O’Time Museum (located at 1710 W Woodside Dr. in Dunlap) on Saturday from Noon to 4 pm. The truck accommodates six to eight people and will run two to three times per hour. Rides are free with paid admission, which is $9 for adults, $8 for senior citizens aged 65+, $3.50 for kids aged 3 through 8th grade with discounts for groups. For more information, visit 
International Observe the Moon Night will take place at the
Northmoor Observatory (located in Donovan Park at 5805 N Knoxville Ave. in Peoria) from 6 - 10 pm. Co-hosted by the Peoria Public Library and the Peoria Astronomical Society, it will feature a family-friendly special moon-themed story time, a craft and the opportunity to observe the moon through a real telescope. Admission is free. For more information, visit 
Cabernet & Clay Hand Built Ceramics will take place at the
Peoria Riverfront Museum Studio 1 on Saturday from 6:30 - 9 pm. Featuring local teacher and artist, Al Corpuz, will lead you in a variety of ceramic techniques, including glazing, wheel throwing, and hand-building along with wine and light snacks which will then be fired and glazed for you. For ages 21 and over, cost is $30 for members and $36 for the public. For more information and to register, visit 
Kevin James will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Theater on Saturday at 7 pm.
Tickets range from $39.50 to $75 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center box office or online at 
Chris Young will perform at the Peoria Civic Center Arena at 7:30 pm. Tickets range
from $29.75 to $59.75 and are available at the Peoria Civic Center box office or online at 
Schlachtfest and a German-American Day Celebration will take place at Hickory
Grove Park (located at 12403 Hickory Grove Rd. in Dunlap) on Sunday from Noon - 8 pm. Hosted by the Peoria German-American Central Society, the event features German music by Vogel Musik and Al’s Pals, German beer & food, a German car cruis’n, an arts and craft fair plus a shooting tent, bags & a German gift tent. Admission is free. For more information, visit