- TripBuzz found 27 things to do with kids in or near Pekin, Illinois, including 19 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Peoria.
- From Sunset Lanes to Rockin P Public Riding Ranch, the Pekin area offers 43 different types of family activities, including: Bowling, Mini Golf, Movie Theaters and Recreation Centers.
- With the motto 'Community Opportunity Home,' Pekin, IL has the main focus of providing plenty of ways for the community to stay active and get involved. The main festival held by Pekin is the Marigold Festival and includes activities such as concessions, flower contests, a parade, live music, arts and crafts, and a Miss Marigold Pageant.
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Once home to a famous poet, Carl Sandburg State Historic Site is a house filled with artifacts that can be viewed by the public. The association often hosts a musical series with a variety of performers at this historical site.
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Visitors can explore the birthplace of renown poet Carl Sandburg at the Sandburg Carl Birthplace. The historic site hosts a variety of special events like festivals, concerts, lectures, and meetings.
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Created to celebrate and preserve the heritage of railroading, Galesburg Railroad Museum features several educational displays and exhibits. Many of the memorabilia pieces were donated by former railroaders in hopes of contributing to the rich history of this industry.
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128 S Chambers Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
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The Discovery Depot Children's Museum offers visitors the chance to learn through exhibits and special programs. The museum leases classroom space for special events and offers children the chance to learn about being a village banker or postal delivery person in its Ferris Village exhibit.
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The Prairie Prayers Civic Theatre hosts musical and other live theatrical performances for audiences to enjoy. The theatre company also holds auditions for those who wish to play a part in a production.
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Built during the Vaudeville era of live performance, the Orpheum Theatre hosts both dramatic and musical performances. Visitors are also able to rent the theatre's facilities for their own events.
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214 E Main Street, Galesburg, IL 61401
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Visitors can watch musicals and other live performances put on by students of the Performing Arts Academy of Galesburg in a spacious theater. These performances feature elaborate sets and costumes.
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A fun, family recreational center in Galesburg, Northgate Lanes offers both open and league bowling for all ages. And with an added banquet hall, the space is also available for rental.
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1401 West Carl Sandburg Drive, Galesburg, IL 61401
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A movie theater with eight screens, AMC Showplace Galesburg 8 displays first-run feature films. The theater offers stadium seating, a game room, 3D movies, theater rentals for private events and a concession area with food and drinks.
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Also known as the Allison Campground, the Lake Storey Campground rests on 600 acres of scenic open land on the lake. The campground includes a playground, fishing, boating, tennis courts, and snowmobile trails.