Events

Take a break from making dinner (or shopping) and enjoy a Traditional German Christmas Dinner... dine in or carry out! Date: Wednesday December 20th, 2023 Time: 5:00pm - 8:00pm Price: Only $19.95 (before taxes/fees) Tickets only available in advance. No tickets available at the door. Menu: Sauerbraten (German roasted meat), Choucroute Garnei (bratwurst & sauerkraut), Rotkohl (red cabbage), Schwabischer Kartoffelsalat […]

Have you been looking for the perfect night out where you can fill your bellies with great food and laughs? The Avanti’s Event Center is hosting Dome after Dark, where you can have both! We are hosting dinner on December 29th at 6 PM and a 75 - 90 Minute Comedy Show at 7 PM. The Headliner is comedian Jay […]

Enjoy a night out with Dinner & Trivia with Peoria Trivia Circuit. Prizes will be awarded for 1st & 2nd Place. 1st Place Prize valued up to $350! 2nd Place Prize Value: $100! Food will be catered and served buffet style! Cash bar available. The Dinner & Trivia is in our Zeller Banquet Event Center. Here are the details: When: […]

It’s the 5th Anniversary of Vino’s Winery and you are invited to join the owner’s as they celebrate. The Vino’s always host such fun events at the winery and this one surely won’t disappoint. This promises to be a party to die for… for at least one guest! This audience-interactive murder mystery will create an evening of conspiracy, mystery, and […]

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!

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 […]

Dance the night away at our Mother - Son Dance in the Zeller Banquet Rooms at the Avanti's Event Center The Avanti's Event Center will host its 4th Mother - Son 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 Mom's and their little […]

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 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 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 […]

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.