Events

Restaurant Week

𝘗𝘦𝘬𝘪𝘯 𝘙𝘦𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘯𝘵 𝘞𝘦𝘦𝘬 is a 5-day celebration of the Pekin Area’s culinary scene. We’re bringing together some of Pekin’s favorite places to savor! Ready to share your best foodstagram with us? Use #SavorYourMoments and #PekinRestaurantWeek when you post! 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗶𝘀 𝗣𝗲𝗸𝗶𝗻 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗮𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸? During Pekin Restaurant Week, diners can enjoy special prix fixe menu options or special offerings from participating restaurants throughout Pekin. 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗻 […]

Daddy Daughter Dance

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

Dance the night away at our Daddy - Daughter Dance in the Zeller Banquet Rooms at the Avanti's Event Center. The Avanti's Event Center will host its 5th Daddy - Daughter Dance in the Zeller Banquet Rooms at the Avanti's Event Center. Arrive in your semi-casual or formal attire and dance the night away. Welcoming all Dad's and their little […]

TAPS Foster Fundraiser: ‘Spay’ghetti Dinner

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

TAPS Foster Fundraiser for National Pet Spay & Neuter Month! About TAPS (Tazewell Animal Protective Society): TAPS is a shelter of hope for homeless animals. We provide temporary sanctuary and an opportunity for life by bringing companion animals and loving people together. TAPS brings companion animals together through a comprehensive, holistic adoption center complete with community outreach and education, aggressive […]

Gimme Shelter: A Night to End Homelessness

The Miller Center 551 S 14th St, Pekin, IL, United States

Gimme Shelter will be held the evening of Friday, Feb 16th, 2024. Participants can get involved in person at the Miller Center in Pekin, Illinois and/or at the RiverPlex in Peoria, Illinois.  If you are unable to join us at either location, you can participate virtually from home or other location. Participants are asked to raise $1000 for the "privilege" of spending the night outside, either in a cardboard […]

Stand up for Kiwanis 2024

Pekin Moose Lodge 916 2575 E Broadway Rd, Pekin, IL, United States

Tickets are ON SALE!! Enjoy an entertaining night full of laughs benefitting the Kiwanis Club of Pekin! Doors open at 5:30 PM and the show starts at 7. Cash bar and a limited menu available, 21+ show.

Drag n’ Paint: Shake Your Shamrocks

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

Join Drag N' Paint as we take over The Avanti's Dome Event Center for an evening of St. Patricks Day fun on Friday, March 15th! You do not want to miss this lucky night out! Included in your entry fee is a buffet filled with your Avanti's favorites! Avanti's will also have thier bar stocked with beer, wine, and cocktails […]

St. Patrick’s Day: Kitten Yoga!

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

Tazewell Animal Protective Society, Yoga 4 Life, & the Avanti's Event Center present this fun St. Patrick's Day Fundraiser. If you enjoy Yoga... or just LOVE kittens... then this is the fundraiser for you! Julie Rhoades from Yoga 4 Life will be leading you through Yoga poses while kittens give you encouragement... or you can just play with the kittens! […]

A Party to Die for at the Flanagan House: A Murder-Mystery Dinner

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

The year is 1937 and the Flanagan House is now occupied by Dr Frank & Mabel Morrill. Mrs. Morrill is known for her parties which were put on hold with prohibition, the Stock Market Crash, and the Great Depression. But the gloom and doom has lifted, and this historic home is turning 100 years old this year, so Mabel feels […]

Pekin Farmers Market – July 25

MARKET DETAILS: Dates: Thursdays, June 6 - August 29, September 12, October 10 Times: 3:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Locations: Miller Center Parking Lot, located at 551 South 14th Street, Pekin, IL (moved inside if inclement weather) What: Entertainment, Food Trucks, and Vendors PUBLIC ATTENDANCE:  It's free to attend! Bring the family and enjoy the entertainment, food, crafts, and more […]

Rotten Egg Hunt

An Easter egg hunt FOR ADULTS! Held at Parkview Golf Course, you will be searching for easter eggs that contain prizes aimed at adults: Gift Certificates, drink chips, candy, and more. Get your friends together and enjoy an evening of fun and fellowship. Date: Friday, April 5th Time: 5:30 p.m. Location: Parkview Golf Course Cost: $30/participant   REGISTER ONLINE USING […]

Swiss-German Springfest

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

Join us for a Swiss-German Springfest (Frühlingfest) in Pekin, Illinois on Sunday, April 14th from 12pm-8pm at the Avanti’s Event Center, 3401 Griffin Drive, Pekin, Illinois. Pekin has a rich German History and as part of the Pekin Bi-Centennial we would like you to join us for a day for German food music, drink and entertainment Admission is free. Entertainment […]

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, Pokemon, 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 ADMISSION!