As summer continues, take a look at some of the great events in Peoria Area for your family to enjoy in the first half of August!

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TOURIN' THE TOWN JULY

Looking for some great summer activities in Pekin? Check out our newest Tourin' the Town as Kaci walks around the Marigold Capital of the World to find all the great places for summer fun!

Tourin' the Town July
Tourin' the Town July

UMPHREY'S MCGEE ON THE RIVERFRONT

Progressive rock superstars Umphrey's McGee will rock the Peoria Riverfront August 4.   Their unique sound has become a major hit for American jam band fans. Opening is The Main Squeeze.
 
August 4
Location: CEFCU Center Stage on the Peoria Riverfront

RIVER CITY SOUL FEST

One of the Peoria Riverfront's signature events returns in 2016!  This two day festival features some of the best Gospel and R&B  artists in the world!
 
August 5-6
Location: Peoria Riverfront Festival Park


TED NUGENT LIVE

Rock and roll legend Ted Nugent brings his guitar-shredding music to Limelight Eventplex, brought to you by Bud Light Concerts. Acclaimed as Detroit's Greatest Guitar Player of All Time, Nugent has sold over 40 million albums and has created a number of multi-platinum hits.

August 6
Location: Limelight Eventplex

BRATFEST

Enjoy brats with family at the annual Bratfest at Hickory Grove Park. The Bratfest is a traditional German Picnic held in a beautiful tree covered biergarten. This year, you will also be able to enjoy over 50 different craft beers at a craft beer tasting!
 
August 7
Location: Hickory Grove Park

TASTE OF PEORIA

Which Peoria restaurant has the best food? You have the chance to judge at the 35th Taste of Peoria! Over 40 local restaurants offer a taste of their specialty foods with two stages of live entertainment.
 
August 10
Location:  Peoria Riverfront Festival Park


SISTER HAZEL

Get ready for 90's rock sensation Sister Hazel as they play at Limelight Eventplex August 11! The alternative rock band is known for award winning albums "...Somewhere More Familiar" and "Fortress."
 
August 11
Location: Limelight Eventplex

"FRANK AND DEAN TOGETHER AGAIN"

The time is right for the very best musical tribute and comedy parody, celebrating the charm and brilliance of legendary icons Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin! Re-live the glory years of the rat pack with an amazing four piece ensemble!

August 12
Location: ICC Performing Arts Center

GRAND NATIONAL WEEKEND 
AND GRAND NATIONAL TT

Get ready for one of the biggest bike events in Central Illinois! Enjoy a weekend of great music and parties on the Peoria Riverfront. On Sunday, head to Peoria Motorcycle Club for the Miller Lite / AMA Pro Grand National Championship TT!


     August 12-14
     Location: Peoria Riverfront and Peoria Motorcycle Club
 
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WIZARD OF OZ FESTIVAL

Follow the yellow brick road to Mapleton for the sixth annual Wizard of Oz Festival! Say hello to your favorite characters and walk through the ALL NEW Oz Garden!
 
August 13
Location: Butler Haynes Park in Mapleton

IGNITE PEORIA

IGNITE Peoria is a celebration of creativity that will feature events that inspire innovation, release artistic vision, and spark the passionate imagination of our community. It is giving everyone a chance to share the love and passion of love as well as light an artistic spark in others. Admission is free!
 
August 13
Location: Peoria Civic Center


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