Events Calendar
Peoria offers events that both a spectator and a participant will enjoy.
Community family events can be found throughout the year celebrating Easter, Halloween, winter
holidays, 4th of July and the city's heritage. You say you like music? How about concerts
featuring national and local acts under the stars at the Peoria Sports Complex or right down the
road at Cricket Pavilion. If you enjoy playing or watching baseball, a variety of local, regional
or national tournaments are offered throughout the year. How about professional baseball? Starting
in late February, The San Diego Padres and the Seattle Mariners get ready for the regular season
with spring training at the Peoria Sports Complex. A game a day in the month of March brings in such
teams as the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim, Chicago Cubs, San Francisco Giants, Colorado Rockies,
Texas Rangers, Kansas City Royals, Oakland A's, Milwaukee Brewers, Chicago White Sox, and the
Arizona Diamondbacks. Cactus League baseball treats fans with major league baseball in a minor
league setting. With sun all year round, there is something for everyone in Peoria.
City of Peoria Events and Meetings Listing
City of Peoria Special Events Page
February 2010 |
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February 20-April 1 |
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Event: |
Practice Fields Open |
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9:15 am |
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Location: |
Peoria Sports Complex |
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Description: |
The Padres and Mariners Practice Fields will open daily at 9:15 am from February 20 through April 1. Full squad workouts begin February 25. Practice Field gates will remain open until early afternoon. Admission to this area is free. This is a great opportunity to see your favorite players up close during their morning workouts and warm ups. |
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Contact
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Complex Operations |
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Contact
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623-773-8700 |
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Web
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www.peoriaaz.gov/springtraining |
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February 26-28 |
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College Showdown Baseball Tournament |
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Fri & Sat 3 pm & 7 pm; Sun 10 am & 2 pm |
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Peoria Sports Complex |
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Description: |
This first time event will include Division I college baseball action featuring Gonzaga University, University of Kansas and Sacramento State University. Two games will be played each day. Tickets available at Peoria Stadium Box Office: $6 per game or passes for $10 daily or $25 tournament. For each ticket purchased for the Showdown receive two free lawn tickets to Opening Day of Spring Training, March 3. |
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Contact
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Complex Operations |
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Contact
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623-773-8700 |
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Web
Link:
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www.peoriaaz.gov/sportscomplex/pdf/College_Showdown_2010.pdf |
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February 27 |
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Event: |
Fan Fest 2010 |
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Time: |
9 am - 1 pm |
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Location: |
Peoria Sports Complex |
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Description: |
Fan Fest is the complex's official start of the Spring Training season. Admission, parking and activities are free. The event includes team practices, inflatables, playing catch on the field, running the bases, sports memorabilia and the return of the all age interactive skills area. Fill up your "Fan Fest Passport" by visiting each skills station and enter to win baseball equipment or 2010 Spring Training tickets. A free youth clinic from 12pm-2:30pm hosted by Major League Baseball Players Alumni Association will be held with registration onsite. The first 400 kids get a free tee ball bag courtesy of AZ Stadium Sports. All kids 12 and under will receive a free ticket to the College Showdown Baseball Tournament. |
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Contact
Person: |
Complex Operations |
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Contact
Phone: |
623-773-8700 |
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Web
Link:
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www.springtrainingpeoria.com |
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March 2010 |
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Date:
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February 20-April 1 |
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Event: |
Practice Fields Open |
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Time: |
9:15 am |
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Location: |
Peoria Sports Complex |
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Description: |
The Padres and Mariners Practice Fields will open daily at 9:15 am from February 20 through April 1. Full squad workouts begin February 25. Practice Field gates will remain open until early afternoon. Admission to this area is free. This is a great opportunity to see your favorite players up close during their morning workouts and warm ups. |
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Contact
Person: |
Complex Operations |
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Contact
Phone: |
623-773-8700 |
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Web
Link:
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www.peoriaaz.gov/springtraining |
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March 3 - April 1 |
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Event: |
2010 Spring Training |
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Time: |
1:05 pm (most games) |
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Location: |
Peoria Sports Complex |
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Description: |
Catch San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners 2010 Spring Training baseball. The first game, Wednesday, March 3, the Mariners will host the Giants at 1:05 pm. The annual Charity Game will be held on Thursday, March 4. For a complete game schedule, ticket purchase information, stadium policies, promotions and general information, please visit www.springtrainingpeoria.com. |
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Contact
Person: |
Box Office Information |
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Contact
Phone: |
623-773-8720 |
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Web
Link:
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www.springtrainingpeoria.com |
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April 2010 |
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Date:
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March 3 - April 1 |
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Event: |
2010 Spring Training |
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Time: |
1:05 pm (most games) |
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Location: |
Peoria Sports Complex |
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Description: |
Catch San Diego Padres and Seattle Mariners 2010 Spring Training baseball. The first game, Wednesday, March 3, the Mariners will host the Giants at 1:05 pm. The annual Charity Game will be held on Thursday, March 4. For a complete game schedule, ticket purchase information, stadium policies, promotions and general information, please visit www.springtrainingpeoria.com. |
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Contact
Person: |
Box Office Information |
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Contact
Phone: |
623-773-8720 |
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Web
Link:
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www.springtrainingpeoria.com |
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Saturday, April 3rd |
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Event: |
Easter Festival |
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Time: |
8:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. |
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Location: |
Peoria Sports Complex |
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Description: |
The 31st annual DOLLY SANCHEZ MEMORIAL EASTER EGG HUNTS will take place on Saturday, April 3, 2010 from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Peoria Sports Complex located at 16101 N. 83rd Ave. Parking and admission are free with a donation of canned food to benefit the St. Mary’s/Westside Food Bank Alliance.
The Easter Bunny will be on-hand to start off the candy hunts on the main field. Age one hunt begins at 8:20 a.m., age two at 8:45 a.m., age three at 9:10 a.m., age four at 9:30 a.m., age five at 9:50 a.m., age six at 10:10 a.m., ages seven and eight 10:25 a.m., and ages nine and ten 10:40 a.m.
Cottontail lane will be open for the kids to enjoy entertainment, visit the PetMobile and make crafts. At Bunnyland, the kids can watch a puppet show, try their skills at carnival games, create crafts and play with bubbles. Hop around on one of the egg-citing inflatables and enjoy a view from the outfield berms. There will be a nominal cost on some activities. |
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Contact
Person: |
Heather Duffett |
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Contact
Phone: |
623-773-8625 |
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Web
Link:
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www.peoriaaz.gov/specialevents |
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Saturday, April 10th |
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Event: |
Peoria Pioneer Days |
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Time: |
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. |
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Location: |
Downtown Peoria |
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Description: |
Pioneer Days is a celebration of Peoria's heritage which dates back to the late 1800's. The celebration features a 5k run, family bike ride and parade through Historic Oldtown Peoria. The event culminates with a free family picnic next to the Peoria Historical Society Museum. |
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Contact
Person: |
Marc Brust |
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Contact
Phone: |
623-773-7137 |
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Web
Link:
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www.peoriaaz.gov/specialevents |
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