Best Date Night Spots for Valentine's Day
Whether you’re looking for a romantic date night out with your significant other this Valentine’s Day, or if you are avoiding the holiday entirely and plan on staying cozy on the couch, we’ve got you covered!
We’ve put together our favorite romantic and fun things to do in Peoria with your significant other, best friend, or family.
WATCH YOUR FAVORITE TEAM
One of our favorite pastimes in Central Illinois is - you guessed it - our local sports teams! Take your partner or friends on a date night to watch your favorite team at the Peoria Civic Center to watch the Peoria Riverman hockey team or Bradley University to cheer on the men's Basketball team.
Peoria Riverman upcoming games:
2/8/19 - 7:15pm vs. Quad City Storm
2/15/19- 7:15pm vs. Birmingham Bulls
Bradley Basketball upcoming games:
2/9/19- 7:00pm vs. Indiana State
2/13/19- 7:00pm vs. Loyola IL
2/16/19- 7:00pm AT I.S.U. *rival game*
EXPLORE ART MUSEUMS
Peoria Riverfront Museum: They actually have a featured Valentine's Day programming this year, 'Romance Under the Stars' and continue to display several different exhibits year-round to explore.
Exhibit A: While they don't offer a special program for the holiday, a new exhibit is slated to open Friday, February 15th featuring local artist Bob Doucette
GET LOCKED IN WITH YOUR LOVED ONE
If you and your significant other both love problem solving then a trip Gone in 60 Escape Rooms is the perfect activity for you both! Located in downtown Peoria, this interactive live entertainment is sure to please.
Book your Escape Room here
TRY A NEW RESTAURANT
What better time than Valentine's Day should you and your significant other (or family!) go outside your comfort zone and tryout new food?
We recommend Paparazzi in the Heights or Harvest Supper Club in Junction City.
Check out our Valentines Day blog from last year with the teams fav places here