The festive season is here, Peoria! Let our guide help you find all the holiday excitement. For Peoria residents and newcomers, this guide highlights the top festive events.
Popular Events: Step into a magical winter wonderland with FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland, where twinkling lights and holiday displays create a cheerful atmosphere for the whole family. Experience the elegance of the season with the Peoria Symphony Orchestra's "Home for the Holidays," featuring a delightful array of seasonal music that captivates audiences. And the Central Illinois Ballet's enchanting performance of "The Nutcracker" is something you definitely don't want to miss. See more details on these and other fun events and activities below!
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FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland
What to Expect:
Drive-through electric park with lighted displays and horse-drawn wagon rides.
Description:
FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland is a drive-through electric park featuring a majority of the Parade of Lights floats and numerous lighted displays, including the Candy Cane Factory, lighted arches, circus animals, and more. The event offers Folepi Express Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides and special event nights with free food coupons, letter drop-offs to Santa, and discounted jump passes.
Where: East Peoria | More Info: FOLEPI's Winter Wonderland
Peoria Holiday Shows and Entertainment
Central Illinois Ballet: The Nutcracker
What to Expect:
Elaborate sets and costumes in a classic holiday ballet.
Description:
Central Illinois Ballet's The Nutcracker is a classic holiday production featuring original choreography by Rebekah von Rathonyi, bringing the timeless tale to life through dance.
Where: Peoria | More Info: Central Illinois Ballet: The Nutcracker
Peoria Symphony Orchestra: Home for the Holidays
What to Expect:
Holiday concert with a blend of traditional and jazz music.
Description:
The Peoria Symphony Orchestra presents a holiday concert featuring a mix of holiday classics and jazz-inspired tunes, performed by George Stelluto, Kristin Lelm, Paul Langford, and Via Vicary.
Where: Peoria | More Info: Peoria Symphony Orchestra: Home for the Holidays
Peoria Other Holiday Activities
Peoria Rivermen vs Various Teams (Holiday Games)
What to Expect:
Holiday-themed hockey games with specialty jerseys and community giveaways.
Description:
The Peoria Rivermen host various holiday-themed games featuring specialty jerseys, giveaways, and community events, celebrating the spirit of the season.
Where: Peoria | More Info: Peoria Rivermen vs Various Teams (Holiday Games)
Festive Fun in Nearby Cities!
Discover Holiday events in hundreds of cities worldwide. Check out these nearby locations for more festive fun!
- North Peoria (2 miles)
- East Peoria (2 miles)
- Pekin (9 miles)
- Normal (34 miles)
- Bloomington (34 miles)
- Galesburg (45 miles)