American Family Christmas, Luthy Lights, Tuba Christmas & Jolly Holiday Adventure
Published: Thu, 12/18/25
Updated: Fri, 12/19/25
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| Peoria Area Civic Chorale's An American Family Christmas is This Weekend at Five Points Washington |
| Featuring the group's new artistic director and conductor, Dr. Joshua Russell, in his first concert along with the Peoria Civic Chorale Youth Chorus, the teen Young Artist Competition winners, a Jr. High Festival Chorus (on Friday) plus an appearance of Santa and Mrs. Claus, the show will include favorite carols plus modern Christmas classics. |
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| Luthy Lights Continues Through Tuesday at the Botanical Garden |
| Warm up with a festive drink or snack from the Merry Mug pop-up bar and enjoy a bit of holiday shopping, live music and the seasonal celebration of poinsettias in the Conservatory. Admission is free. |
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| Tuba Christmas is Sunday at Redeemer Lutheran Church |
| Enjoy the unique sounds of 100+ tubas and euphoniums playing holiday favorites. |
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| Check Out Our Entertainment Report Video |
| Our latest Entertainment Report features A Jolly Holiday Adventure opening Thursday and running through Sunday at Peoria Players Theatre. |
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| Looking for Holiday Events in the Peoria Area for 2025? |
| Our article lists Christmas and other holiday performances and events in the area for this year. Featuring your annual favorites, you'll also find some new ideas to get your family into the holiday spirit. |
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| Hadestown Coming to the Peoria Civic Center Theatre January 6 & 7 |
| Check out our article about the Hadestown performances in January that are a part of the Broadway in Peoria series. Set in a post-apocalyptic world inspired by the New Orleans French Quarter, the Greek myth of Orpheus and Eurydice incorporates a haunting blend of blues, jazz, Dixieland, and folk. The show has won 8 Tony Awards including Best Musical, four Drama Desk Awards, plus a Grammy Award. |
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| Les Misérables Returns to the Peoria Civic Center February 10 - 15, 2026 |
| The story takes place during the French revolution and weaves themes of redemption, unrequited love, courage, and hope, resonating with audiences of all ages and backgrounds. |
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| Looking for Fun and Affordable Date Night Ideas? |
| Check out these date night ideas for the Peoria area. Most are locally owned and may not be on your radar, but are great options for an affordable night of fun. |
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