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Things To Do

Some great places to go in the area (sorted by distance from Wedding location) if you're looking for good fun and/or food. Get out and explore, especially if you're visiting for the whole weekend!

Peoria Zoo

2320 North Prospect Road, Peoria, IL 61603

Right next to the ceremony location!

Peoria Riverfront Museum

222 Southwest Washington Street, Peoria, IL 61602

River Kitty Cafe

3226 North University Street, Peoria, IL 61604

Hailey is allergic to cats but still went here, and she totally recommends it.

Rhythm Kitchen Music Cafe

305 Southwest Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602

John and Hailey have shared many a brie platter here.

ARDOR Breads and Provisions

301 Southwest Water Street, Peoria, IL 61602

Indian Tadka - Peoria

7815 Knoxville Avenue, Peoria, IL 61614

One World

1245 West Main Street, Peoria, IL 61606

Weaver's Fresh Food and Drink

7301 North Radnor Road, Peoria, IL 61615

Peoria Players Theatre

4300 North University Street, Peoria, IL 61614

They'll be putting on Dracula in October!

Kellogg Golf Course

7716 North Radnor Road, Peoria, IL 61615

Zion Coffee Bar

803 Southwest Adams Street, Peoria, IL 61602

Industry Brewing Co.

8012 North Hale Avenue, Peoria, IL 61615

They have axe-throwing here as well!

Intuition Coffee + Juice

734 Main Street, Peoria, IL 61602

WeaverRidge Golf Club

5100 North Weaverridge Boulevard, Peoria, IL 61615

Par-A-Dice Hotel Casino

21 Blackjack Boulevard, East Peoria, IL 61611

Riverside gambling at its best.

Peoria Heights

Peoria Heights, IL

If you want to wander, Peoria Heights is a great place to do it. There are plenty of shops, restaurants, and bars/pubs to check out as you walk, and you can even head to Tower Park and check out the view from the top of the Tower!

Aura Haunted House

4500 Enterprise Drive, Bartonville, IL 61607

If you're in the mood for something spooky, check out this haunted house that's in the former Bartonville Asylum.

Wildlife Prairie Park

3826 North Taylor Road, Hanna City, IL 61536

One of John and Hailey's favorite places to go when in town! See the animals or go across the street to their hiking trails/frisbee golf course. They should be hosting Wildlife Scary Park events as well for family-friendly Halloween fun.

The Best Brew Coffee & More

3826 North Taylor Road, Hanna City, IL 61536

If you visit Wildlife Prairie Park, make sure to stop by the snack shop and try Best Brew. Hailey used to work with the owner and a few of the employees at a different coffee shop, so Best Brew holds a special place in her heart. :)

Gil's Supper Club

12703 West Farmington Road, Hanna City, IL 61536

Everyone loves their chicken, but Hailey and John are split on whether or not it lives up to the hype. If you go, let us know what you think!

Jubilee College State Park

West Fussner Road, Brimfield, IL 61517

Great place to hike!

Black Maple Coffee, LLC

1003 East Fort Street, Farmington, IL 61531

One of the best local coffee places around!

Tanners Orchard

740 Illinois 40, Speer, IL 61479

A bit of a drive but worth it for some Fall fun (and amazing apple cider donuts)!

For all the days along the way
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