If you’re anything like me, it can be hard to come up with fun things to do when it’s single-digit weather with a foot of snow. However, there’s actually a lot more to do than you think! So, here’s a list of things in Peoria, IL, that you can do during these cold winter months!
- attend An Event at the Civic center
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From Bradley Basketball games to concerts to markets, the Peoria Civic Center hosts a ton of events that are perfect for having fun while staying out of the cold! You can find upcoming events on their website.
- Go Ice Skating at Owens Center
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Ice Skating is the perfect winter activity! The Owens Center allows you to rent skates as well, so it’s super easy and a fun way to spend a few hours with friends!
- Try All the Local Coffee Shops
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If there’s one thing Peoria has a lot of, it’s great coffee shops. What better way to warm up from the cold than to grab a nice hot latte and pastry from a local coffee shop? You can also check out my article on the best coffee shops in the Peoria area! (I’ll be updating it soon!)
- Visit the RiverFront Museum
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Checking out all the galleries and exhibits at the Peoria Riverfront Museum is a perfect way to spend a chilly day, and you might even learn a thing or two! They also have some rotating exhibits, so you never know what you might find! Some previous favorites of mine include a Titanic exhibit and a Disney Animation exhibit!
- Discover your Artistic side
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Peoria is filled with art, so it’s only fitting that there are a variety of places to view or create art! Aside from the art galleries at the Riverfront Museum, Peoria is full of beautiful, diverse galleries including the Peoria Art Guild, Exhibit A Gallery and the Contemporary Art Center of Peoria, just to name a few.
- BONUS: Stay Inside & avoid the cold
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This one is definitely towards the top of my list! There’s nothing better than curling up with a blanket and hot cocoa on a snowy winter day. Indoor activities such as painting, reading or baking make for the perfect excuse to stay inside!