Pekin First United Methodist Church invites you to join us as we commemorate 200 years of ministry and service in Pekin. To mark this special milestone, we are hosting a Community Block Party on Saturday, July 18, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in our parking lot at 1315 Court St. This event is our way of celebrating the community […]
Pekin Park Foundation: Summer Concert Series T minus 3 - July 18th Sponsored by the Pekin Park Foundation, this family-friendly summer concert series features live music, food trucks, snacks, and beverages. The Performing Arts Venue and adjacent grassy area will create an outdoor beverage garden overlooking the iconic scenery of Mineral Springs Park, making it the perfect place to unwind […]
Join the Pekin Park Concert Band for another summer filled with music! Bring your lawn chair, gather your family and friends, and enjoy free concerts every Sunday from June 28 through August 2 at the Steven D. Skinner Performing Arts Venue at Mineral Springs Park.
The 21st annual Pekin Downtown Super Cruise will be on July 25th, 2026. Hundreds of classic and custom cars, trucks! Live DJ, food vendors, merchandise booths, pinstriping by Brad Grimm, face painting, The Unique Twist Balloons and more! This is a great, fun, free family event! Mark your calendars now!
Join the Pekin Park Concert Band for another summer filled with music! Bring your lawn chair, gather your family and friends, and enjoy free concerts every Sunday from June 28 through August 2 at the Steven D. Skinner Performing Arts Venue at Mineral Springs Park.
Next up is our Splash Bash Summer Pool Party featuring 3 of your favorite character friends for an unforgettable night of magic, music, and DragonLand Waterpark fun! Join us for: Character meet-and-greets & photo opportunities A live DJ and dance party Poolside games and activities with prizes Exclusive private access to the entire waterpark And here’s the best part […]
The Pekin Park Foundation summer concert series is a family-friendly series of events planned throughout the summer featuring live music and food trucks. This one-off neighborhood park concert will be at Rotary Park. Bring your own lawn chair. Event details are subject to change due to weather. Location: Rotary Park Pavilion, 1115 State Street, Pekin Cost: FREE August 1 | […]
Our “First Sunday Market” will run from May through October, kicking off on May 3rd. Vendors, Crafts, Flea Market, possibly Farmers Market as well. Select Food Trucks Bar for beverages including adult beverages (can we say Mimosas or Bloodies?) Music (rotating between DJ type & Live Acts Vendor Market Sign Up
River Valley Big Band will be performing this summer at the Skinner PAV: the 'second' Friday of June, July, & August! Ken Hess, retired Washington High School Band Director, and Susie Dunnan formed the band more than 10 years ago. Our 19-member, all-volunteer big band, under the direction of Tony Jones, ICC Music Educator, performs memorable tunes from the 30's […]
Pekin’s summertime live music event is back for 2026! The Downtown Summer Concert is an unforgettable night filled with great tunes, delicious food, and great times with your friends and neighbors! Come rain or shine, enjoy a fun-filled summer evening in downtown Pekin! Don’t forget to bring your lawn chairs and dancing shoes — Revel in Red is sure to […]
Pekin Park Foundation: Summer Concert Series Taylor Bruninga - September 5th Sponsored by the Pekin Park Foundation, this family-friendly summer concert series features live music, food trucks, and a bar serving adult beverages. The Performing Arts Venue and adjacent grassy area will create an outdoor beer garden overlooking the iconic scenery of Mineral Springs Park, making it the perfect place […]
Our “First Sunday Market” will run from May through October, kicking off on May 3rd. Vendors, Crafts, Flea Market, possibly Farmers Market as well. Select Food Trucks Bar for beverages including adult beverages (can we say Mimosas or Bloodies?) Music (rotating between DJ type & Live Acts Vendor Market Sign Up