9 Things to Do This Labor Day Weekend in Peoria with Kids
Labor Day weekend is almost here, and there are plenty of ways to squeeze in a little more summer fun wit…
10 Ways to Celebrate Grandparents in Peoria
Grandparents: We love them, our kids adore them ... and in turn they offer unconditional love (and &mdash…
Sponsored Summer Craft Crew at The Shoppes at Grand Prairie
Looking for an easy, budget-friendly way to add some fun to your Fridays this summer? We've got just…
Sponsored 🚨 NEW DATE 🚨 Central Illinois Emergency Expo
🚨 NEW DATE ALERT🚨Due to bad weather this event has changed dates to THURSDAY JUNE 18th. Times and l…
Illinois Valley Striders Kids Running Series 2026
Illinois Valley Striders Kids Running Series is back for 2026! Races are at the Carle Health Proctor Fitn…
Sponsored Planes, Trains, and Family Fun at Wheels O' Time Museum
Looking for a fun, affordable family outing near Peoria? The Wheels O' Time Museum in Dunlap, IL, jus…
Sponsored 🌊 Family Day Trip Idea: Exploring the Illinois River Road
Lately, my kids and I have been learning more about Illinois—how our area was settled, why people w…
Sponsored Your Guide to Winter Break in Peoria
Winter break is here, and Peoria has plenty of activities to keep your kids entertained and create lastin…
Best Places to See Peak Fall Foliage in Peoria in 2025
Wondering when the fall leaves will peak in Peoria and where the best spots are to see them? Look no furt…
Sponsored 🎃 Halloween Adventure Like No Other: Zootober Returns to Peoria Zoo!
This October, the Peoria Zoo invites families to experience Halloween in a whole new way with Zootober, a…
Sponsored 📢 NEW DATE! 🚨 Central Illinois Emergency Expo🚨
This event has a new date! It was planned for the 23rd; however, due to extreme heat, it has been postpo…
Sips of Summer Parking Lot Party!
Start your weekend off right!If you’re looking for something fun and family-friendly to do this wee…
The Great Bison Trek: Join the Herd & Celebrate 200 Years!
Peoria County is 200 years old in 2025! We are celebrating with all the Bison sculptures popping up all o…
Sponsored Summer Fun and Learning Is Just Around the Corner with RAS Camps
Looking for a summer camp that’s fun, flexible, enriching, and close to home? This summer, you…
Sponsored A Sign of Your Next Family Adventure
The script may be familiar: load everyone in the family car, head towards the nearest major highway, and…
Snow Much Fun!
Hey there, Peoria families! With snowy days just around the corner, it’s time to dig out your warm…
Going to the Dogs: Dog-Friendly Events, Patios & Parks in Peoria
Peoria is going to the dogs! We love our four-legged family members, and it's always fun to take them…
Best Summer Sunset Spots in Peoria
There’s something truly magical about summer sunsets in Peoria, Illinois. As the sun gently dips be…
Discover the Hidden Irish Gnome at Forest Park Nature Center
In the woods so deep, where trails abound,A scavenger hunt's afoot, there's treasure to be found…
Top 10 Campgrounds (In and around Peoria)
🏕️Top 10 Campgrounds🏕️(In and around Peoria)When it comes to creating cherished memories and bo…
7 Ways to Entertain the Kids with Sidewalk Chalk
My kids LOVE to play with sidewalk chalk and I love that it keeps them busy. We have come up with a numbe…
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