Events

Join us for the world premiere of "The Honorable Mister Marigold," a play commissioned by the Dirksen Center that focuses on the final days of Pekin native Everett McKinley Dirksen and an interview that considers faith, equality and the future. The play reading stars Pekin Community High School distinguished alumnus Larry Kenney and Art Inc. co-founder Nikki Romain, and is […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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…. […]

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 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!

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!

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

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

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