Director Parks, Recreation and Special Events is responsible for developing, organizing, promoting and directing the recreational programs and special events within the City.
Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events: Adam Thorson
Summer Camp Director: Seth Brannan
1901 4th Street
Peru, IL 61354
Ph (815) 223-0061 ext. 2314
Cell (815)-200-5058
Email: [email protected]
2025 Special Events
April 12-Easter Egg Hunt @ Centennial Park
May 16-17-TBM Avenger Reunion @ Illinois Valley Regional Airport
May 24-Splash Pad Opens- Washington Park (Tentative-based on weather)
May 30-Pistol Shrimp Home Opener- Veterans Park
July 3-Firework Celebration on Water Street
July 31-Aug. 2-Taste of the Illinois Valley @ Centennial Park
Sept. 6-Charity Golf Outing
Oct. 25-Halloween in the Park
Oct. 31-Halloween-Trick-or-Treat (5pm-7pm)
Dec. 6-Lighted Christmas Parade
Music Under the Oaks
Centennial Park~Schweickert Pavilion
*Free admission*
Check back for list of dates and performers.
Other Events
May 10-Kids Fishing Expo at Baker Lake
June 7-Lock 14 Kids FishingTournament
