Upcoming Peoria area events:

• Christmas Pop-Up Bars in Greater Peoria
  December 3, 2025
  The holidays are here, and visiting a festive Christmas pop-up bar is a fun way to celebrate. These temporary holiday restaurants and bars are full of cheer, creativity, and festive spirit. Spend a weekend exploring and experience all the magic our region has to offer this holiday season! City Heat in Peoria — City Heat […]
• You Better Watch Out, You Better Drive By: Our Christmas Light Tour of Greater Peoria
  November 25, 2025
  Forget waiting for the official start of the season—the Greater Peoria Area is already glowing! We've rounded up a list of dazzling light displays that are sleigh-ing the Christmas light game. From synchronized music shows to classic winter scenes, grab your hot cocoa, load up the car, and prepare to be amazed. ​​A Guide For […]
• Can’t Miss Holiday Events in Greater Peoria 
  November 20, 2025
  ‘Tis the season for holiday joy in Greater Peoria. Add these holiday traditions to your calendar for a magical season. For a full list of festive activities, visit peoria.org/events.  POINSETTIA SHOW at LUTHY BOTANICAL GARDEN  {Peoria}   //   November 21 – December 30 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily  //   Take a peaceful […]
• Rise and Shine with these Breakfast Spots
  November 20, 2025
  Tackling the morning hungries just became effortless with these crowd favorites—you’ll like these spots a 'waffle' lot! The post Rise and Shine with these Breakfast Spots appeared first on Discover Peoria, IL.
• Know Before You Go: Festival of Lights + Winter Wonderland
  November 18, 2025
  On Saturday, November 23, 2024 at 6:30pm, our amazing fully-illuminated floats will navigate the streets of East Peoria, IL as part of this annual tradition to ring in the season! The post Know Before You Go: Festival of Lights + Winter Wonderland appeared first on Discover Peoria, IL.
• Festival of Lights: A Time-Honored Tradition
  November 11, 2025
  Get into the holiday spirit with one of the largest holiday light shows in Illinois! Celebrate the holidays with this award-winning display. The post Festival of Lights: A Time-Honored Tradition appeared first on Discover Peoria, IL.