Friday, July 11
- 5:30 PM – Drinks and music at the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria.
Enjoy the rhythm and blues music of Doran & the Soul Mystics at the Contemporary Art Center’s monthly Live at the Five Spot event. Bring your own beverage or pick something up at the Rhythm Kitchen, located below the Contemporary Art Center.
Music takes place from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and cost is $8 for adults, with seating on a first-come-first-served basis.Contemporary Art Center
305 Southwest Water Street
674-6822
- 7 PM – Dinner at Damon’s
See below…
Saturday, July 12
- 9 AM – Breakfast at Panache.
Panache offers the relaxed atmosphere many people crave, while being one of the best places for down-home comfort food. From soups to meat loaf, casseroles, quiches, pies, and coffee, everything is done right here. Breakfast specialties include muffin tops, sausage rolls, breakfast breads, bagels, cinnamon rolls, and much more.
There are always vegetarian selections and many low-fat items on the menu as well.Panache
4203 N. Sheridan Road
589-1844
- 2 PM – Balloon Fest at Sommer Park
Experience the hot air balloons up close and personal, while enjoying music, food, and more. The mass hot air balloon liftoff takes place at approximately 6 p.m.Sommer Park
6329 Koerner Road
691-8423 - 8 PM – Peoria Pirates game against Cincinnati.
If you haven’t seen the arena football team play, now is your chance. Enjoy the game, as well as Mardi Gras night for some family fun.Peoria Civic Center Arena
201 SW Jefferson
637-7777
Sunday, July 13
- 12 PM – Lunch at Bennigan’s, Holiday Inn City Centre.
Take in the sights of downtown while enjoying the Irish American grill and tavern. From soups and salads, burgers and grilled chicken, Bennigan’s offers a wide range of appetizers, lunch combos, dinners, kids’ meals, and desserts.Bennigan’s
500 Hamilton Blvd.
674-2500
- 2 PM – Cruise on the Spirit of Peoria.
Take a journey up the Illinois River, viewing Peoria as the young missionary Pere Marquette did more than 300 years ago. The trip includes a Captain’s commentary, and a gift shop and concession stand are available. Cost is $12 for adults, $7 for children, or get the Family Pack for $35.Spirit of Peoria
225 NE Adams Street
636-6169
Also this weekend:
- Furrow Vineyard and Winery Hawaiian Luau – July 12
Takes place from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
For more information, call 527-8200. - Peoria Chiefs take on Wisconsin – July 11, 12, & 13
For more information, call 680-4000. - Heart of Illinois Fair – July 11 through 19
Features grand stand entertainment, livestock competition, midway carnival rides, and food of every kind.
For more information, call 691-6332.
Featured Restaurant: Damon's
THE GRILL IS ON!® Damon’s offers casual dining that emphasizes grilled steaks, chicken, seafood, salad, and Damon’s award-winning ribs. Guests can enjoy a quiet dining room or Damon’s high-energy Clubhouse, where you’re surrounded by big screen TVs airing live and prerecorded sports and news coverage. Each guest controls the volume with tabletop speakers, and interactive sports and trivia games pit you against players across the country.
106 Southwest Water Street
309-691-7500
