Events in Peru, IL

The Grove welcomes a return performance featuring unplugged country and rock, creating a relaxed setting with easygoing tunes throughout the show.

This concealed carry renewal class offers renewal registration for $80, with a $70 rate for veterans. Digital ID and legal paperwork processing are available for $35, and the Illinois state application fee is $153.38. The class may be canceled or changed depending on the number of registrations.

An informational seminar for student athletes and their parents who are interested in pursuing sports at the next level.

A concealed carry class is offered in a full 16-hour format and an 8-hour format for veterans. Lunch is provided for both class options. The full class costs $140, and the veteran class costs $100. Digital ID and legal paperwork processing are available for $35, and the Illinois state application fee is $153.38. Registration is available by phone or in person. Classes may be canceled or changed based on the number of registrations.

The Misfits will present a children’s show featuring Christmas carols, jokes, and a story. There may also be a snowball fight and an opportunity for kids to perform with the group. A hot chocolate bar will be available. Guests can also support the Bureau County Food Pantry by donating nonperishable food items or contributing money directly to the pantry.

This event celebrates the arrival of The Wise Guys at IV Super Bowl in Peru, Illinois.

Six Mile Grove brings a roots-honoring sound shaped by Minnesota greats such as Bob Dylan and the Jayhawks, while carving out a distinct voice in live performance. Tickets are $35.

Ryan Wotherspoon presents an all-instrumental program of solo piano interpretations of songs.

Bring an instrument or simply enjoy the music at this welcoming acoustic jam. All experience levels are encouraged, from first timers to long-time players. Music Suite 408 hosts a monthly acoustic jam on the third Sunday from September through May, with Mike and Lisa Templeton facilitating. Light refreshments are offered after the music, often a warm soup. Voluntary contributions are appreciated to help keep community events free. Trained service animals are welcome. Emotional support animals and pets are not allowed inside.

Take a nostalgic look at local dining through the years, spotlighting beloved restaurants and overlooked gems while exploring where people went when they ate out. Admission is $9 for members and $10 for general admission, with tickets available at the door.

Enjoy free bingo with Amy Thompson of Evergreen Senior Living, featuring games and prizes with friends. Lunch reservations are available by phone.

At John's Place, guests can enjoy a complimentary coffee and donut. This recurring meet-up takes place on the third Wednesday of each month.

Open Table UCC hosts Other People’s Poetry, an evening devoted to spoken verse where guests can read and listen. The gathering champions public art, open conversation, enjoyment, and community. It takes place in the church’s lower level. Anyone age 12 or older is invited, including poets, aspiring writers, performers, dramatic readers, and people who simply love poems. Bring a piece you wrote or a favorite by someone else to share, or relax and listen from your seat. Though set in a church space, the program is nonsectarian and welcomes free expression. Coffee, juice, and light refreshments are provided. A Zoom option is available, with details shared in a Facebook post during the week of the event. Creativity and a willingness to contribute are especially encouraged.

Enjoy live acoustic cover music and drinks at Muffy’s Tap.

This professional wrestling event at Streator Township High School District 40 showcases the stars of Illinois Valley Wrestling. Tickets are priced at $10, making it an easy way to catch the action. The program features a pre-show showcase that leads into the main bell.

Ian Leith delivers an evening of cover songs spanning alternative, classic rock, and indie. Settle in for a night of familiar tunes performed from start to finish.

Know your numbers with free, quick and easy blood pressure and blood glucose checks sponsored by In Home Care Connections. No appointment is necessary.

Enjoy a three-game, 9-pin no-tap blind draw trios tournament, with different teammates for each game and a medal for each game’s winning team. Open to all skill levels, including league members and casual bowlers, the tournament treats knocking down nine or ten pins as a strike. Prizes, food and drink specials, goody bags, and more are offered. Registration is limited to 60 entries, with a fee of $15 per person.

Celebrate Blackout Wednesday at Aces & Eights Bar. Enjoy a fun night out ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday.

The Buff hosts live acoustic music with Evan Atherton, featuring original songs and popular covers. This pre-Thanksgiving set helps kick off Thanksgiving week.

Enjoy a Thanksgiving buffet at Starved Rock Lodge in a scenic, welcoming setting. Advance reservations are required and can be made by calling 815-220-7386. Pricing is $47.95 for adults, $24.95 for children ages 4 to 12, and complimentary for children under 3.

Steps that Connect brings community members together through monthly walks that offer a chance to connect, recharge, enjoy conversation, and take a refreshing break from daily routines. If weather conditions are less than ideal, participants will use an online video program to walk indoors and continue connecting. The gathering takes place rain or shine.

This display features multiple model trains running over more than 100 feet of working track, passing through hand-built towns and businesses set among rolling hills and valleys. Visitors can meet the model makers to learn about their process and craftsmanship. Sponsored by Dieken & Straughn Farm Management, Steril ALM, and Mike & Tom Gulo.

Celebrate the holiday season with a visit to the Canal Market, where you can sip hot chocolate while browsing handmade, vintage, antique, and homemade goods from more than a dozen vendors. After shopping for gifts, carriage rides through Utica are also available.

At Centennial Farm, the Gather & Give Holiday Market offers a refined yet cozy holiday shopping experience. Explore local boutiques, find handcrafted goods, and enjoy festive treats. Guests are encouraged to bring canned goods and gently used or new winter coats and accessories to support local families this season.

The Uprising series returns to the Kay Cee Club in LaSalle, Illinois with its tenth showcase of women’s professional wrestling, presented by X-ercise Science, Inc. This installment highlights elite independent competitors in hard-hitting matches, with heated rivalries, standout athleticism, and championship implications creating an electric atmosphere. Surprising moments and high-stakes action continue the tradition that has made Uprising a destination for women’s wrestling.

Zazzle Duo brings an acoustic set to R's All In in Earlville, featuring stripped back 90s rock, alternative favorites, and plenty of sing along tunes. This intimate version of the band spotlights gritty vocals and close-knit harmonies with a lively, close-up feel. There are no backing tracks, only a fully live show built for a fun night.

This concealed carry class at South Post Guns offers a 16-hour full class and an 8-hour class for veterans. Lunch is provided for participants in both class options. The listed fees include the class cost, with additional charges for a digital ID and legal paperwork processing, as well as the Illinois state application fee. Registration is available by phone or in person. The class may be canceled or changed depending on the number of registrations.

Start your morning at John's Place with complimentary coffee and a donut, offered on the third Wednesday of each month.

Pickin’ & Grinnin’ features Amber & Andrew performing a lively mix of classic rock, country, pop, bluegrass, and Americana favorites at One More Pub.

Kick off the new year early with daytime drinks at Hawg House Saloon. Raise a glass and ring in the year ahead with a daytime celebration.

Enjoy a wine tasting or wine flight at August Hill Winery’s tasting room while listening to live music by Paul Sartori.