Peoria Park District

07/15/2026

Forest Park Nature Center is...pretty much Nature's Headquarters. 🐢🪳🐍

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07/14/2026

🌿 Meet Team Environmental & Interpretive Services!

💥 Superpower Spotlight: The Google of Nature

Need to identify a bird? Curious about a native wildflower? Wondering what animal left those tracks? Team Environmental & Interpretive Services has an answer! Serving Forest Park Nature Center, Tawny Oaks Field Station, Camp Wokanda, and Sommer Farm, they inspire curiosity through hands-on programs, outdoor adventures, and unforgettable experiences—while also guiding the long-term stewardship of the Peoria Park District's natural lands. Their work helps protect forests, prairies, wetlands, wildlife habitats, and trails across the District, and their deep knowledge of Peoria's natural and cultural history helps bring our community's past to life. From the stories of Sommer Farm to the wonders of the natural world, they're turning every question into an outdoor adventure and every visit into a chance to learn something new.

The Power of Parks comes from the people behind them. Throughout National Parks and Recreation Month, we're celebrating the incredible teams who make the Peoria Park District a place our community loves.

👏 Thank you, Team Environmental & Interpretive Services, for all you do to help power our parks!

07/13/2026

🌅 Meet the Grandview Drive Crew!

💥 Superpower Spotlight: Nature's Caretakers

Known as the "World's Most Beautiful Drive," Grandview Drive has been creating unforgettable memories for generations. From preserving the breathtaking views of the Illinois River Valley to caring for the scenic overlooks and beautiful landscapes, this team helps ensure Grandview remains the perfect backdrop for wedding proposals, wedding photos, prom pictures, family memories, and peaceful moments spent taking in the view.

The Power of Parks comes from the people behind them. Throughout National Parks and Recreation Month, we're celebrating the incredible teams who make the Peoria Park District a place our community loves. 💚

👏 Thank you, Grandview Drive Crew, for all you do to help power our parks!

07/13/2026

One of our favorite staycations… right here in Peoria! 🙌

First, head to Peoria Zoo to see the lion, tiger, giraffes and more! This stroller-friendly zoo is a family-favorite for us.

Then, walk over to Peoria PlayHouse Children's Museum for a day of imaginative fun! 🤩 see dinosaur fossils, play in the water table, explore the trains and so much more.

This Peoria Staycation is in Glen Oak Park!

Peoria Park District

07/13/2026

Rainy Friday nights can look like fun adventures through Peoria Zoo!

We were up close and personal with Lizzie the Lion, and the two zebras were hanging out with us!

This is all part of the Peoria Park District’s FriYay initiative, where the everything in Glen Oak Park is open until 8:00 PM on Fridays! You can experience it now through Labor Day.

07/11/2026

⛳ Meet the Newman Golf Course Crew!

💥 Superpower Spotlight: Early Risers

Before most of us have even poured our first cup of coffee, the Newman Golf Course Crew is already hard at work. From preparing one of Peoria's favorite 18-hole golf courses to maintaining the practice field, chipping area, and putting green, this team ensures every golfer enjoys a course that's as beautiful as it is challenging. Their early mornings help keep the fairways pristine, the greens rolling true, and the course ready for every round.

The Power of Parks comes from the people behind them. Throughout National Parks and Recreation Month, we're celebrating the incredible teams who make the Peoria Park District a place our community loves. 💚

👏 Thank you, Newman Golf Course Crew, for all you do to help power our parks!

07/10/2026

🌊 Meet Team RiverFront Parks!

💥 Superpower Spotlight: Setting the Stage for Every Experience

While the rest of us are making memories, Team RiverFront Parks is making those memories possible. From caring for the beautiful grounds at Constitution Garden, Liberty Park, the RiverPlex, the Peoria RiverFront, and more, this team works behind the scenes to keep our riverfront beautiful year-round. They prepare for some of our community's biggest festivals and events, then return bright and early the next morning to make everything shine again—so it's ready to welcome visitors all over again.

The Power of Parks comes from the people behind them. Throughout National Parks and Recreation Month, we're celebrating the incredible teams who make the Peoria Park District a place our community loves.💚

👏🏽 Thank you, Team RiverFront Parks, for all you do to help power our parks!

07/02/2026

🦜 Parrot heads! 🦜

Parrots of the Caribbean are flocking to the Peoria RiverFront tomorrow, July 2nd, for a night of Jimmy Buffett and the Coral Reefers classics!

We've got 5 pairs of tickets to give away for you to join us!

Leave your favorite Jimmy Buffett song in the comments + tag the concert buddy you'll bring with you.

Winners announced at 12PM Central time tomorrow!

06/30/2026

The River City Soul Fest Gospel Fest is bringing an unforgettable night of praise, worship, and soul-stirring music to the Peoria RiverFront on August 7!

Featuring the incredible Lisa Knowles-Smith & The Brown Singers, Arthur Sutton & The Gift of Praise, and hosted by Janet Harris-Sutton, this is more than a concert—it’s a celebration of faith, community, and the power of gospel music.

Gather your family, invite your friends, and come experience an evening filled with inspiration, joy, and powerful performances that will leave your spirit uplifted.

📅 August 7
📍 Peoria RiverFront
🎟️ Tickets Start at $20 ➡️ soulfestpeoria.com

Get your tickets today and be part of one of Central Illinois’ premier gospel music events!