Bands & Musicians in Peoria, IL
Peoria's music history runs from blues and 1960s garage rock to a nationally noted DIY punk scene, with artists such as Dan Fogelberg and Gary Richrath tracing roots to the city. The former Second Chance nightclub and the Robertson Memorial Fieldhouse were historic live music destinations, while the Peoria Civic Center and the revived 3300 Event Center continue the tradition. The city hosts the Peoria Blues and Heritage Music Festival and maintains an active network of local bars and clubs. A resilient grassroots culture keeps the scene vibrant across genres.
About the music scene
Peoria's music history runs from blues and 1960s garage rock to a nationally noted DIY punk scene, with artists such as Dan Fogelberg and Gary Richrath tracing roots to the city. The former Second Chance nightclub and the Robertson Memorial Fieldhouse were historic live music destinations, while the Peoria Civic Center and the revived 3300 Event Center continue the tradition. The city hosts the Peoria Blues and Heritage Music Festival and maintains an active network of local bars and clubs. A resilient grassroots culture keeps the scene vibrant across genres.
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- Peoria Civic Center
- 3300 Event Center
- Peoria Pizza Works
- Exposition Gardens
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