Peoria Con, Peoria Rivermen, First Friday & Bright Star at Peoria Players
Published: Thu, 03/05/26
Updated: Tue, 03/10/26
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| Peoria Con is Saturday & Sunday at the Peoria Civic Center |
| The locally produced comic book, cosplay, and gaming convention will feature local and regional exhibitors, gaming competitions plus a cosplay contest with cash prizes. Featured guests this year include Andy Merrill, Edward Bosco, Lew Temple, Eva La Dare, Dweeb.cos, Selwyn Ward, Jeremiah Lambert & Cosplay Mutt. There will also be door prizes, panel discussions and seminars. |
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| Rivermen Take the Ice Thursday, Friday & Sunday at Carver Arena |
| Thursday is Blackhawks Night with specialty jerseys which will be auctioned off after the game plus get $10 tickets for select lower bowl seats. On Friday, Hall of Famer Tony Twist will make an appearance, sign autographs plus there will be a youth jersey giveaway for the first 1,000 kids 12 & under along with $2 hot dogs. And Sunday is Family Fun Day as well as a St. Patrick's Day specialty jersey with a post game skate with the team. |
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| The March First Friday Studio Tour is Tomorrow |
| The First Friday Studio Tour will take place throughout the area on Friday from 5 - 9 pm. Visit the artist studios where many artists create, display and sell their work. Click the "read more" button below for specific locations. |
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| Check Out Our Entertainment Report Video |
| Our latest Entertainment Report features Bright Star opening on Friday, March 6 at Peoria Players theatre and running through Sunday as well as Thursday, March 12 through Sunday, March 15. Written by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell, Bright Star is set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains of North Carolina, spanning two time periods: the 1920s and the 1940s. The musical tells the story of Alice Murphy, a literary editor, and her journey of self-discovery and healing after a tragic loss. |
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| Mrs. Doubtfire the Musical is Coming to the Peoria Civic Center March 10 & 11 |
| Check out our latest article featuring the family classic movie which has been transformed into a live musical tells the story of a divorced actor who poses as matronly Scottish housekeeper to spend time with his children. He's the modern American version of Mary Poppins and family members of all ages will enjoy this production. |
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| Looking for Winter Family Fun? |
| It seems that there’s always lots to do in the Peoria area in the fall, spring & summer, but finding things to do indoors during the winter, especially for families, can be a challenge. Our updated article includes some great ideas for where to find family fun indoors for your family this winter. |
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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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Visit the ExplorePeoria.com |
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