Hey Friends! It’s that time of year again—the holiday season is here, and we’re inviting you to join us for one of the most magical events in our community: Christmas in the Village at the Peoria Riverfront Museum.
The festivities start on Tuesday, December 3, 2024, at 6:30 PM with the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Get ready to gather around as they light up Peoria’s 60-foot Community Christmas Tree along the beautiful riverside campus of the museum. This free event is sure to bring a little holiday magic to your evening, with a live brass quartet playing festive tunes to get everyone in the spirit!
📸: Christmas in the Village: A Weekend of Fun for All Ages
The celebration continues with Christmas in the Village on Friday, December 6 and Saturday, December 7, 2024. This festive event is packed with activities that will keep the whole family entertained, and it’s a great way to make lasting holiday memories together. Here’s a peek at what’s in store:
- Peoria's largest LIVE Christmas tree!
- Local vendors
- Food trucks
- Santa
- Hot Chocolate
- Holiday Cocktails
- Body Art
- Carriage rides
- All Museum exhibitions open
- Holiday laser light show
- Carolers
- Caricatures
- Live animals
- Merry Makers Tables
- Peoria Ballet Nutcracker ballerinas
- Holiday themed movies in the Giant Screen Theater
- A picture with Santa
- Santa's Workshop Area
- And so much more!
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There’s so much more to discover, and the best part? One ticket gives you access to the village on both Friday and Saturday, so you can come back and experience it all over again if you want!
Tickets & Details
- Family Tickets (2 adults + up to 4 kids):
- Members: $40
- General Public: $50
- Individual Tickets:
- Members: $15
- General Public: $20
Tickets can be purchased online at this LINK
A Heartfelt Vision
Alison Unkovich, a Peoria native and former educator, has poured her heart into creating Christmas in the Village as a way to bring our community together during the holidays. But it’s not just about the festivities—it’s also about raising support for the Museum’s Every Student Initiative, which helps provide educational opportunities for local students. Alison is so grateful to all the sponsors and community members whose generosity makes this event possible.
Giving Back
This event supports something truly meaningful—all proceeds from Christmas in the Village go toward the Museum’s Every Student Initiative, helping to fund educational programs that benefit our kids. So when you join us for this festive weekend, you’re also giving back to the community.
We can’t wait to see you there and celebrate the holiday season together at Christmas in the Village. It’s sure to be an unforgettable experience for your whole family!
