Shakespeare, History Tours, Matthew Curry, You Say Tomato, Mystery Machine & More

Published: Thu, 06/30/22

 
 
 
The Illinois Shakespeare Festival Continues This Weekend
 
The Festival Continues with Much Ado About Nothing opening on Friday night and continuing on Saturday and other performances throughout July.  Plus King Lear opens next weekend all being presented at Ewing Theatre in Bloomington.
 
 
 
 
Peoria Historical Tours Continue This Weekend
 
Tour the Warehouse District on Friday with the Peoria Historical Society.  Then on Saturday, take a tour to learn about Abe Lincoln's influence on Peoria   Plus, on Monday, celebrate the 4th of July and view the downtown fireworks from the Flanagan House Museum.
Read our article about the 2022 Peoria History Tours for more details
 
 
 
 
 

 
Matthew Curry at the Betty Jayne Brimmer Center on Saturday
 
Featuring his unique mix of rock, blues, and old school country, a cash bar will be available during the show.
 
 
 

 
The Midwest Premiere Extended This Weekend at the Broadway Lounge
 
Starring Eddie Urish in the central Illinois premiere of the marriage comedy, the evening includes a dinner buffet and the show.  Shows run Friday & Saturday and next Friday & Saturday.
 
 
 
 
The Mystery Machine at Mackinaw Valley Vineyard on Saturday
 
Featuring edgy and classic Rock, Country and R&B, bring lawn chairs along with your own foods, however, no outside beverages of any kind. There will be wine, beer, sodas, bottled tea and water, Ropp Jersey cheese & crackers, and Chocolatier chocolates for sale.
 
 
 

 
Creatures of Light:  Nature's Bioluminescence at the Riverfront Museum
 
Check out our latest Entertainment Report featuring the current exhibit at the Riverfront Museum running through September 5.
 
 
 
 
Boozy Building at the Peoria Playhouse on July 16th
 
Enjoy food, wine, and beer while you work together to find new ways to meet the evening’s challenge in this Adult Maker Night Fun Workshop.
 
 
 
 
Planning Your 4th of July Celebration?  Let Us Help!
 
Not sure what your family will be doing to celebrate the 4th this year?  Several events that haven't happened for the last two years because of COVID, including Red, White & Boom, are on again this year.  Check out our article with details about Independence Day events in the Peoria area.
 
 
 

 
Check Out This Summer's Festivals & Fairs
 
The 2022 Festivals & Fairs season is officially in full swing. To help you plan which Peoria area events your family will attend this summer season, check out our article.
 
 
 
 
2022 Summer Concerts & Festivals on the Peoria Riverfront
 
The Peoria Park District's 2022 summer concert & festival line up for the Peoria Riverfront continues this weekend. Check out our article with dates and details.
 
 
 
 
 

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