The best things to do in Peoria

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Lakeview Park Splashpad brings 14 playful spray features to the heart of Peoria, perfect for quick after-dinner energy burns or a Saturday…

W Lake Ave

Lakeview Park Splashpad brings 14 playful spray features to the heart of Peoria, perfect for quick after-dinner energy burns or a Saturday cool-off that doesn’t require packing half the house. Let the kids sprint, stomp and giggle through water jets while you bask in the easiest win of the week.

From the Peoria newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Mt Hawley Bowl

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Mt Hawley Bowl mixes hometown vibes with 24 Brunswick synthetic lanes and slick BES-X scoring that makes frames fly. Cosmic bowling lights…

8200 N Hale Ave

Mt Hawley Bowl mixes hometown vibes with 24 Brunswick synthetic lanes and slick BES-X scoring that makes frames fly. Cosmic bowling lights up Fridays and Saturdays, and the 18-hole Castle Golf course keeps the competition going afterward... yes, there’s an actual 30-foot castle.

From the Peoria newsletter, September 9, 2026

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Logan Recreation Center is the home base for Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning, offering accessible GED and adult literacy classes…

1414 S Livingston St

Logan Recreation Center is the home base for Moonlight Coalition for Adult Learning, offering accessible GED and adult literacy classes that meet you where you are. If you or a neighbor has "go back to school" on the list, make this the week you finally cross it off.

From the Peoria newsletter, August 21, 2026

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Membership-only country club offering a golf course, a pool, and dining, plus river views.

4700 N Grandview Dr (Peoria Heights)

Membership-only country club offering a golf course, a pool, and dining, plus river views.

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Madison Golf Course

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Madison Golf Course keeps it relaxed with an 18-hole, par-69 layout that plays 5,332 yards, perfect when you want a round that feels fun,…

2735 West Martin Luther King Junior Drive

Madison Golf Course keeps it relaxed with an 18-hole, par-69 layout that plays 5,332 yards, perfect when you want a round that feels fun, not fussy. The pace is easy, the vibe is local, and it’s ideal for getting swings in without turning golf into a whole production.

From the Peoria newsletter, August 28, 2026

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If your wedges need humbling or your putter wants reps, Fon du Lac Golf Course delivers a par-3, 9-hole loop that’s beginner friendly yet…

123 Par 3 Ln (East Peoria)

If your wedges need humbling or your putter wants reps, Fon du Lac Golf Course delivers a par-3, 9-hole loop that’s beginner friendly yet sneaky tough, perfect for a quick after work round and easy on the pocketbook for regular Pekin tune-ups.

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WeaverRidge Golf Club pairs a Hurdzan-Fry championship layout with rolling elevations, quick bent-grass greens, and practice facilities…

5100 N Weaverridge Blvd

WeaverRidge Golf Club pairs a Hurdzan-Fry championship layout with rolling elevations, quick bent-grass greens, and practice facilities that actually make range time fun. Book a tee time when the sun cooperates, then keep the streak alive on their year-round simulators whenever Peoria weather forgets its manners.

From the Peoria newsletter, September 3, 2026

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Laid-back theater screening new films on multiple screens, plus snacks and drinks.

4100 W Willow Knolls Dr

Laid-back theater screening new films on multiple screens, plus snacks and drinks.

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Newman Golf Course

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Need a local fairway fix this week? Newman Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-72 track with 6,496 yards of classic Peoria golf, plus a practice…

2021 W Nebraska Ave

Need a local fairway fix this week? Newman Golf Course is an 18-hole, par-72 track with 6,496 yards of classic Peoria golf, plus a practice field, chipping area, and putting green to tune up before you tee off... then grab your crew, chase pars, and call it therapy.

From the Peoria newsletter, August 27, 2026

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Whether you’re corralling kids or dodging triple bogeys, Roc Ice Cream and Golf nails the simple joys: an 18-hole landscaped mini course…

220 Farmdale Rd (East Peoria)

Whether you’re corralling kids or dodging triple bogeys, Roc Ice Cream and Golf nails the simple joys: an 18-hole landscaped mini course winding by waterfalls and a turquoise fountain, plus small-batch scoops like Mint Avalanche and Ultimate Oreo. Walk-ins welcome, and they host birthdays, teams, and fundraisers.

From the Pekin newsletter, September 14, 2026

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Mt Hawley Country Club has been Peoria’s go-to since 1922 for morning tee times, poolside lounging, and post-round dining with Illinois…

7724 Knoxville Ave

Mt Hawley Country Club has been Peoria’s go-to since 1922 for morning tee times, poolside lounging, and post-round dining with Illinois River views. Family-friendly perks, tennis, pickleball, and even bocce mean everyone finds a lane... which is your sign to look into membership.

From the Peoria newsletter, August 29, 2026

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Kartville

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Family owned for over 50 years, Kartville packs go-karts, dune buggies, mini-golf, bumper boats, and batting cages into one easy win for…

919 N Swords Ave (West Peoria)

Family owned for over 50 years, Kartville packs go-karts, dune buggies, mini-golf, bumper boats, and batting cages into one easy win for spontaneous fun, weather permitting. Snacks and concessions, plus a party room and outdoor pavilion, make it a no-brainer for kid energy, date nights, or group hangouts.

From the Pekin newsletter, September 11, 2026

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Tilted 10

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When the weather or your group chat refuses to cooperate, Tilted 10 delivers indoor mini golf, bowling, laser tag, and bumper cars, plus a…

2200 W. War Memorial Drive Space Anchor Box XBA

When the weather or your group chat refuses to cooperate, Tilted 10 delivers indoor mini golf, bowling, laser tag, and bumper cars, plus a full-service bar and chef-inspired burgers and apps. It’s a low-effort, high-laughs go-to for birthdays, team outings, or last-minute plans.

From the Pekin newsletter, September 4, 2026

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Kellogg Golf Course

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Whether you want a proper par-72 challenge built for medium-to-low handicaps or a faster after-work loop, Kellogg Golf Course delivers with…

7716 N Radnor Rd

Whether you want a proper par-72 challenge built for medium-to-low handicaps or a faster after-work loop, Kellogg Golf Course delivers with an 18 plus a 9-hole Executive that plays quick. Pencil it in this week and see if your irons are as honest as you say.

From the Peoria newsletter, September 19, 2026

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Trade the same-old weekend for nine scenic holes, then stick around for beach time, fishing, or a lazy bonfire at Timberlake Club of…

5501 W Farmington Rd

Trade the same-old weekend for nine scenic holes, then stick around for beach time, fishing, or a lazy bonfire at Timberlake Club of Peoria. Open to members and non-members, with wooded views over two lakes and plenty of low-key ways to unwind right here.

From the Peoria newsletter, September 20, 2026

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The Table Peoria

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The Table Peoria is a community kitchen and gathering space where you can host your crew or drop in this week to catch charity events,…

8305 N Allen Rd Ste 2

The Table Peoria is a community kitchen and gathering space where you can host your crew or drop in this week to catch charity events, performances, popups, and dinners. Think potluck energy, but polished... a flexible spot to celebrate milestones or try something new right here at home.

From the Peoria newsletter, August 25, 2026

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