Peoria is going to the dogs! We love our four-legged family members, and it's always fun to take them to new places. Here are some upcoming Peoria events, along with patios and dog parks where well-behaved dogs are welcome.
Should you take your dog?
Before choosing to take your dog out and about in Peoria consider whether your dog (and you!) will have a good experience. Typically, well-behaved, socialized dogs who are comfortable around people and other dogs are ideal for these settings. Ensuring your dog is friendly, leash-trained, and non-disruptive will help everyone enjoy their time. Always check specific venue policies and consider your dog's temperament to ensure a pleasant outing for all.
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Upcoming Dog-Friendly Events in Peoria
Dog Day at DQ
- Bring your pup to any participating DQ and get a FREE Pup Cup.
- FREE PUP CUP with any purchase
- Monday, August, 26th. All Day
Wag and Splash
- Bring your pups out the Y for a splashing good time!
- $20 Per Dog (Includes Owner) - $10 Per Additional Dog (Includes Owner)
- Sunday, September 15th. 12:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Woofstock
Live music, food trucks, vendors, auction/raffle items, fun activities for your dog, games and contests--all to raise money for SAMS
$20/ticket, Kids 12 and under FREE
- Sunday, September 15. 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Bark in the Park
- Bark in the Park will take place at Tower Park in Peoria Heights again this year, and we have lots of activities for animal lovers!
- Free
- Saturday, September 28th. 10 am - 2 pm
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Dog-Friendly Patios in Peoria
Here are the restaurants, breweries, and bars Peoria people have said to have dog-friendly patios.
(Please note: We haven't double-checked these recommendations. If you aren't sure about whether it's OK to bring your pooch, it's best to call ahead and ask!)
- The Blue Duck Barbecue Tavern
- Brienzo's Wood Fired Pizza
- Cyd's in the Park
- Industry Brewing
- Rhythm Kitchen
- Sugar Wood-Fired Bistro
- Thyme Kitchen & Craft Beer
- Obed + Isaac's Microbrewery and Eatery
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Dog Parks in (and around) Peoria
- Brady Dog Park
- 1800 Block of Cole St., East Peoria, IL
- Duryea Dog Park
- 1000 E Duryea Ave, Peoria Heights, IL
- Eagle Dog Park
- 612 Lasalle Blvd, Marquette Heights, IL
- Eureka Lake Bark Park
- County Rd 800 N (Lake Rd), Eureka, IL
- Happy Tails Dog Park
- 1701 Court St, Pekin, IL
- Laura Bradley Dog Park
- 1317 North Park Road, Peoria, IL
- Oakwood Dog Park
- 22101 N Main St, Morton, IL
- Walnut Dog Park
- 14401 N River Beach Dr, Chillicothe, IL
- Vicary Bottoms Off-Leash Dog Park Area at Kickapoo Creek (Unfenced)
- 2260 North Kickapoo Creek Road, Peoria, IL
- Washington Bark Park
- 525 Ernest St, Washington, IL
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Peoria Area Animal Shelters and Volunteer Opportunities
These might not be the best places to take your own dog, but we wanted to give our Peoria shelters a shout-out too and let you know about potential volunteer opportunities for your family that give you a chance to make a difference in the lives of pooches in need in Peoria!
- 10206 W. DuBois Rd, Edwards, IL 61528
- 309-682-1122
- Volunteer Opportunities. Call or visit for more information
- Peoria, IL
- 312-379-9414 (text preferred)
- Volunteer Opportunities. Call or visit for more information
- 2600 NE Perry Avenue, Peoria, IL 61603
- 309-672-2440
- Volunteer Opportunities. Call or visit for more information
- 2600 N.E. Perry, Peoria, IL 61603
- 309-682-9015
- Volunteer Opportunities. Call or visit for more information
- 3809 Sterling Ave. Suite 107 - Sterling Plaza, Peoria, IL. 61615
- 309-446-9721
- Volunteer Opportunities. Call or visit for more information
- 328 S. Pinkerton Rd. Hanna City, IL 61536
- 309-565-4821
- Volunteer Opportunities. Call or visit for more information
- 100 TAPS Lane, Pekin, IL 61554
- 309-353-8277
- Volunteer Opportunities. Call or visit for more information
Know of a Peoria event, dog-friendly restaurant, dog park, or animal shelter we're missing? Let me know at juliabriggs@macaronikid.com and we'll add it to our list!
