# Contest Events | List Of All Upcoming Contest Events In Peoria

- **Subtitle**: Explore all upcoming contest events in Peoria, find information & tickets for upcoming contest events happening in Peoria.
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Explore all upcoming contest events in Peoria, find information & tickets for upcoming contest events happening in Peoria.

## Events in Peoria

- **Event Name**: Oktoberfest at Tartan Inn
  - **Description**: Tartan Inn's 6th annual Oktoberfest! Enjoy the fall weather in our Bier Garden. 10 Oktoberfest and Fall Beers and Ciders on draft in our beer garden. Additional fall themed drinks available inside. 

Beer starts flowing at Noon
Beer Mulling all day long i
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  - **Date**: Sat Sep 12 2026 at 12:00 pm – Sat Sep 12 2026 at 05:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/oktoberfest-at-tartan-inn/200030004201757
  - **Venue**: Tartan Inn
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  - **Categories**: oktoberfest, food-drinks, contests
- **Event Name**: CENTRAL ILLINOIS LARGEST HALLOWEEN BASH
  - **Description**: 🎃 Central Illinois' Largest Halloween Party Returns! 👻

Get ready for the biggest and wildest Halloween celebration in Central Illinois! The annual Halloween Party at Crusens on Farmington Rd is back, and if you've been before, you already know this is th
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/central-illinois-largest-halloween-bash/200030546073249
  - **Venue**: 2117 W Farmington Rd, Peoria, IL, United States, Illinois 61604
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  - **Categories**: Contests, Music, trips-adventures, Entertainment
- **Event Name**: 41ST ANNUAL HALLOWEEN BASH W/ PATRICK N' SWAYZE
  - **Description**: 🎃 41st Annual Halloween Bash at Crusens War Memorial! 🎃

One of our biggest parties of the year is BACK!

🎸 Music by Patrick N’ Swayze
💰 $500 Costume Contest

Start working on those costumes now — $500 is up for grabs! 

📍 Crusens War Memorial
🎶 Peoria’s
  - **Date**: Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/41st-annual-halloween-bash-w-patrick-n-swayze/200030585623251
  - **Venue**: 426 E War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL, United States, Illinois 61614
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  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Contests
- **Event Name**: Central Illinois Horror Con
  - **Description**: Join us in kicking off "Spooky Season" properly as we invade the Holiday Inn at Grand Prairie in Peoria Illinois for Central Illinois Horror Con!

From the sick and twisted minds of Spook Hollow, Slash Sisters, Funko Mafia of Central Illinois, Blue Orchid
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 06:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/central-illinois-horror-con/200029937116851
  - **Venue**: Holiday Inn & Suites Peoria at Grand Prairie
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy9kOWVhYWY0YTI0YjdlNDVhYjJiMTZjOTk1MmVhY2NjNjVkNWU2ODllODI5NjU4NzQ1MWZlMmY3Y2ViMTRmMTZiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYwMC1kYzE4MTgxOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4Nzc4MjQwOA.avif
  - **Categories**: entertainment, kids, holiday, contests
- **Event Name**: Beat the Funk 2026: Putting the Funk in Funktion
  - **Description**: 🎟️ GET EVERYTHING IN ONE FUNKY PLACE!

Click “Tickets” to:

🪩 Purchase event tickets or a table
🎟️ Get your 50/50 raffle tickets
💜 Make an additional donation
🤝 Explore sponsorship opportunities—with custom packages available!

A quick note about Zeffy: Z
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  - **Date**: Sat Oct 03 2026 at 05:00 pm – Sat Oct 03 2026 at 09:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/beat-the-funk-2026-putting-the-funk-in-funktion/200029062572754
  - **Venue**: Premier Event & Entertainment Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czkvYmFubmVycy84ZDhjMjY2NDllMTc4MTNmOWJkMTY5MGU1M2IyNGRmZmEwOTE3OWI5Y2U0MGI3YjRiNjI2YmZmZTU5ODliZDA5LXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYyOC1kY2Y4ZjhmOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzEzMjg0NQ.avif
  - **Categories**: nonprofit, music, live-music, health-wellness, entertainment, contests
- **Event Name**: Dolly Day in the Park: A 9 to 5 Celebration
  - **Description**: Dolly Day in the Park: A 9 to 5 Celebration

Friday, 9/25
5:00 to 7:00 PM
Grandview Park Shelter
Free and open to the public

What better way to celebrate Dolly Parton than on 9/25, from 5 to 7?

Come join us for a fun, casual community gathering filled w
  - **Date**: Fri Sep 25 2026 at 05:00 pm – Fri Sep 25 2026 at 07:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/dolly-day-in-the-park-a-9-to-5-celebration/200030632963719
  - **Venue**: Grandview Park Shelter (at the bottom of Grandview Drive near Rt 29)
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  - **Categories**: Entertainment, Nonprofit, Kids, Contests
- **Event Name**: Halloween Live at the Five Spot: The Brazilionaires
  - **Description**: Halloween Live at the Five Spot: The Brazilionaires
Friday, October 23rd, 2026, ~ 6:30-9:30pm

Featuring a Bonus Hour and a Costume Contest with prizes!
Most attendees dress in costume. Everyone can vote by ballot for their favorite costume. Dress up to t
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  - **Date**: Fri Oct 23 2026 at 06:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/halloween-live-at-the-five-spot-the-brazilionaires/200030546372501
  - **Venue**: 305 SW Water St #2R, Peoria, IL, United States, Illinois 61602
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czgvYmFubmVycy9kODEzMmE0ODEwMzk0NTc4ZDVjZjBiZWM5YTAyNzgwNmUzZmQyNjc3OTdkZGE1NjM2OTMzMjc0MjQyNDAyMDVhLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDYzOC1kYzA4MDgwOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzMwOTcyMg.avif
  - **Categories**: Music, Entertainment, Art, Contests, fine-arts
- **Event Name**: PeoriaCon March 6-7, 2027
  - **Description**: PeoriaCon® has proven that the Midwest has been craving a quality event like this for years. Since we have begun hosting this amazing event, the public has supported us from Chicago to St. Louis and everywhere in between! We are ready for another great ye
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  - **Date**: Sat Mar 06 2027 at 10:00 pm – Sun Mar 07 2027 at 05:00 am (-06:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/peoriacon-march-6-7-2027/200030233734003
  - **Venue**: Peoria Civic Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-ip.allevents.in/s/rs:fill:500:250/g:sm/sh:100/aHR0cHM6Ly9jZG4tYXouYWxsZXZlbnRzLmluL2V2ZW50czQvYmFubmVycy8xOWE1ZTc2MjljMDIwOTNjY2ZkMDdjZjlhNGEyOTliNzBlZjc3Njc3MDYyNzA5Y2YxMmZlMmQwNTc0Y2M1OTZiLXJpbWctdzEyMDAtaDY3Ni1kY2Q4MjgyOC1nbWlyP3Y9MTc4NzA5NzExMg.avif
  - **Categories**: contests, art
- **Event Name**: F.U.N. 2026 Fiats Up North, See you in Peoria
  - **Description**: Starting Mid-Afternoon Sept 18th, 2026.  Running through the weekend and head home on Sunday the 20th.   This year's host is Charlie Bates and his wife Julie.   They have a setup a weekend of driving and events.   Requesting a $25 registration fee to cove
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  - **Date**: Fri Sep 18 2026 at 03:00 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/fun-2026-fiats-up-north-see-you-in-peoria/200030465511618
  - **Venue**: Stoney Creek Inn East Peoria Illinois
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  - **Categories**: meet-and-greet, contests, meetups
- **Event Name**: Conservation@Home Event: Native Seed and Plant Share
  - **Description**: Native plant-lovers are invited to the Native Seed and Plant Swap hosted by University of Illinois Extension. In addition to increasing your collection of native plants, guests will also network with current Conservation@Home members and Extension staff
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  - **Date**: Thu Oct 29 2026 at 05:30 pm (-05:00)
  - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/peoria/conservation-home-event-native-seed-and-plant-share/200030347027928
  - **Venue**: Peoria Public Library North Branch
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  - **Categories**: food-drinks, potluck, contests, trick-or-treat

## Trending Events in Peoria

- **Event Name**: Back Nine FedEx Cup Playoffs In Peoria
  - **Description**: 🏆 The Road to the Championship Starts HereThink you have what it takes to become the Back Nine FedEx Cup Champion?Join us for an exciting six-week indoor golf championship inspired by the
  - **Venue**: Back Nine Golf | Peoria, AZ - South Glendale, West Northern Avenue, Peoria, AZ, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a75e323bb76e.jpg
- **Event Name**: 🎃 Halloween Night Golf Bash in Peoria👻
  - **Description**: Golf After Dark... If You Dare.Halloween is better on the golf course.Grab your favorite golf partner and join us for an unforgettable night of indoor golf at Back Nine. Our Halloween Night Golf B
  - **Venue**: Back Nine Golf | Peoria, AZ - South Glendale, West Northern Avenue, Peoria, AZ, USA
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a7ce7b570a06.jpg
- **Event Name**: Around the World Challenge
  - **Description**: Around the World ChallengeDifferent places. Iconic courses. One global competition.Pack your clubs and get ready for a four-week golfing adventure around the world — without leaving The Back Nine.T
  - **Venue**: Back Nine Golf | Peoria, AZ - South Glendale
  - **Banner**: https://cdn2.allevents.in/thumbs/thumb6a7cb475a1c6f.jpg
- **Event Name**: Zach Bryan, MJ Lenderman in Glendale
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Zach Bryan Live in Peoria on Saturday, September 5, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Zach Bryan like never before? With chart-topping hits like I Remember Everything (feat. Kacey Musgraves), Pink Skies and So
  - **Venue**: State Farm Stadium
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events6/banners/d1654360-d1ac-11f0-8847-13c74ce67ee0-rimg-w1200-h675-dc303030-gmir.webp?v=1764920062
- **Event Name**: Los Tigres Del Norte in Glendale
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Los Tigres Del Norte Experience LIVE at Desert Diamond Arena—This Saturday, September 12, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Los Tigres Del Norte
  - **Venue**: Desert Diamond Arena
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/62897eb0-1460-11f1-8a16-af8b5f5e8739-rimg-w1200-h675-dc181414-gmir.webp?v=1772253963
- **Event Name**: Chicago & Styx - The Windy Cities Tour
  - **Description**: Chicago & Styx - The Windy Cities Tour
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01 September, 2026 at 07:00 PM
  - **Venue**: Mortgage Matchup Center - Phoenix, AZ
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/da473ca199f6574c62a542bdf8029fe2bf19a4482925a87642d5f711c2a8a467-rimg-w1000-h600-dca8b8c8-gmir?v=1787858821
- **Event Name**: Carín León in Glendale
  - **Description**: 🎶 The Ultimate Carin Leon Experience LIVE at Desert Diamond Arena—This Friday, September 25, 2026! 🎶
It's that time of the year where everyone wants to have a musical breath! Your favorite, Carin Leon is hitting Des
  - **Venue**: Desert Diamond Arena
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/0baaea80-05eb-11f1-a0df-a19131d8c21d-rimg-w1200-h675-dc2e1e14-gmir.webp?v=1770664249
- **Event Name**: Jefferson Starship at Peoria Civic Center - Prairie Home Alliance Theater
  - **Venue**: Peoria Civic Center - Prairie Home Alliance Theater
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/7275cc40-9aa5-11f1-9bc6-8b4f56db6c43-rimg-w1080-h1080-dc080818-gmir.jpg?v=1787017092
- **Event Name**: Jefferson Starship, Pure Prairie League, Atlanta Rhythm Section, Firefall in Peoria
  - **Description**: 🎶 Don't Miss Jefferson Starship Live in Peoria on Thursday, September 10, 2026! 🎶
Are you ready to experience Jefferson Starship like never before? With chart-topping hits like Jane, Count on Me and Miracles and 1M+
  - **Venue**: Peoria Civic Center
  - **Banner**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/ba570ff0-07bc-11f1-8e72-eb9923d9d6b2-rimg-w1200-h675-dc061630-gmir.webp?v=1770864258

## FAQs

- **Q**: What are the top events in Peoria?
  - **A:** Oktoberfest at Tartan Inn (Sat Sep 12 2026 at 12:00 pm at Tartan Inn), CENTRAL ILLINOIS LARGEST HALLOWEEN BASH (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 pm at 2117 W Farmington Rd, Peoria, IL, United States, Illinois 61604), 41ST ANNUAL HALLOWEEN BASH W/ PATRICK N' SWAYZE (Sat Oct 31 2026 at 09:00 pm at 426 E War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL, United States, Illinois 61614), Central Illinois Horror Con (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 10:00 am at Holiday Inn & Suites Peoria at Grand Prairie), Beat the Funk 2026: Putting the Funk in Funktion (Sat Oct 03 2026 at 05:00 pm at Premier Event & Entertainment Center).
- **Q**: How can I find events in Peoria?
  - **A:** You can discover upcoming events in Peoria on AllEvents.in. Browse by date, venue, or price to find events that match your interests.
- **Q**: How do I buy tickets for events in Peoria?
  - **A:** You can buy tickets directly through AllEvents.in. Many events offer online booking with options for free, paid, and early-bird tickets.
- **Q**: What are the popular venues for events in Peoria?
  - **A:** Some popular venues hosting events in Peoria include Tartan Inn, 2117 W Farmington Rd, Peoria, IL, United States, Illinois 61604, 426 E War Memorial Dr, Peoria, IL, United States, Illinois 61614.
- **Q**: Who are the top organizers for events in Peoria?
  - **A:** Popular organizers hosting events in Peoria include Tartan Inn, Crusens Farmington Road, Crusens War Memorial.
- **Q**: Are there any online events available?
  - **A:** Yes, many events are available online. You can filter for virtual events on AllEvents.in to attend from anywhere.
- **Q**: How can I get notified about new events in Peoria?
  - **A:** Follow the  category on AllEvents.in to get notified when new events are listed in Peoria.

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