Events

Downtown & Derby St. Pekin Trick or Treat

It's almost spooky season: mark your calendars for the Downtown & Derby St. Pekin Trick or Treat! On Saturday, October 19th the downtown business community will be hosting a walk about event from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm. Then come over to Derby St., the business community there will be hosting a walk about event from 1:00 pm to 3:00pm […]

“Pekin’s Pavers” Cemetery Walk

Lakeside Mausoleum 1917 N 8th St,, Pekin, IL, United States

Join us as we explore Pekin’s Movers, Shakers, Builders, and Merry Makers! This interactive tour will help us learn more about the folks who paved the way for the generations who follow in their footsteps. We’ll begin with a look at the history of the nearly 100-year old mausoleum, then step inside to hear some of the tales of Pekin’s […]

Murder-Mystery Dinner: Abrupt Departure from the Golden Acres Retirement Community

Zeller Banquet Center

It's Party Time at the Golden Acres Retirement Community! We are celebrating Blanche's birthday... but is she really 50? Again? It’s party time at Golden Acres Retirement Community! The senior residents look forward to the special events that the Activities Director organizes, and this party is to celebrate Blanche’s birthday. But is she really 50? Again? This promises to be a party to die for…. […]

$40

Christmas Extravaganza

Stop at each business to get a card punched within two days. The Grand Prize Winner wins $400 in gift certificates! $25 from each store. Participating Businesses: Olivia's Playhouse, LLC | 341 Court St. Curvy Chic | 1100 Derby St. Bear's Bites Boutique | 282 Derby St. Maddie Mae's | 522 Court St. Touch of Glass | 410 Court St. […]

Pekin Winter Wonderland Festival

Pekin Mineral Springs Park 1701 Court St, Pekin, IL, United States

Pekin Winter Wonderland began in 1987 with a group of persons with wonderful ideas for promoting the Christmas Spirit within our community. 2024 Theme: "Christmas Vacation" All event funding comes from generous corporate and individual sponsorships, donations, and sales of Pekin Winter Wonderland products. Volunteers are always welcome and encouraged. After all, what makes us successful is our volunteers!

Christmas on Court

The quintessential Christmas experience returns to Downtown Pekin on Friday, December 6th! Join us from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. along lower Court Street as we celebrate the season with Santa, live music, vendors and more!

Santa Visits Downtown Pekin

Visit Santa in Downtown Pekin! You will find him in the Santa House located on the Tazewell County Courthouse Lawn.

Sports Card n’ Collector’s Show

Avanti's Event Center 3401 Griffin Ave, Pekin, IL, United States

FREE ADMISSION! 40 tables of collectors treasures! Sports Cards, Pokémon, Pops, Magic the Gathering, Game Used Material, Autographed Memorabilia, Comics, Loaded Grab Bags, Legos, Star Wars, and much much more! DGA Grading will be there to accept submissions for discounted grading of your cards. Concessions will be open featuring the Avanti's Gondola and even adult beverages.

Free

Stretch & Fetch Puppy Yoga for TAPS

Zeller Banquet Center

Do you like Puppies? Do you like Yoga? Really, do you like Puppies? Then this is the fundraiser for you! Purchase Tickets Ages 13+

Santa Visits Downtown Pekin

Visit Santa in Downtown Pekin! You will find him in the Santa House located on the Tazewell County Courthouse Lawn.

Friends in Harmony

F.M. Peterson Theater at Pekin Commuity High School 320 Stadium Drive, Pekin, IL, United States

Celebrating a Bicentennial Christmas! Join the Friends In Harmony in celebrating the season with this wonderful holiday showcase. GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! Tickets are only $15 and may be purchased by calling: (309) 346-1896 or reach out to any chorus member.

$15

Friends In Harmony

F.M. Peterson Theater at Pekin Commuity High School 320 Stadium Drive, Pekin, IL, United States

Celebrating a Bicentennial Christmas! Join the Friends In Harmony in celebrating the season with this wonderful holiday showcase. GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY! Tickets are only $15 and may be purchased by calling: (309) 346-1896 or reach out to any chorus member.

$15