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Unwind in Pekin IL

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Everything fun to do in Pekin, IL
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Food

 
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The tacos are absolutely amazing and so is the dragon salad!!
Whiskey Taco - Whiskey Taco
 
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This cute quick order is a must if you like ice cream and tenderloins plus you can’t beat the price!
Our Inn Place
 
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Amazing potato based doughnuts that sell out quick! Plus get the chance everyday to be their final sale and you get to have your picture taken for Facebook.
Tadoughs | Donuts
 
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Such a fun and cozy place. The chai and their salads are amazing! Great place to do work, school, read, or even just relax.
Leaves 'n Beans Coffee
 
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Amazing food and cheap prices! Stick with a taco or explore and try their shrimp ceviche!!
La Fiesta Pekin | Pekin IL

Stores

 
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An amazing used bookstore that gives back to the community. With low prices on new and used books profits go to local shelters. The best part a kitten room!! Where you can look at adoptable kittens.
TAiLS of a Bookworm | Pekin IL
 
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Come shop every Thursday morning during May through September for some of the best fruits, veggies, and local jam and honey.
Heritage Farmers Market
 
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From the new stores like Marshall’s, Ross, and Five Below to old places like Culver’s, Petco, and Hobby Lobby I guarantee you’ll find something at this outdoor mall.
East Court Village

Outdoor time

 
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Great place to take the kids to cool off during the summer. It is fun for all from just swimming, to going down the slide, or relaxing in the sun.
Dragonland Water Park - Pekin Park District
 
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A super fun mini golf place that isn’t expensive. It has beautiful scenery as you walk through.
Magic Dragon Mini-Golf
 
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Come enjoy learning about how time used to be told and figure out if you can tell the time with it.
Pekin Sundial
 
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Enjoy local nature with ducks, geese, fish, and squirrels. Walk around the beautiful lagoon, take your kids to play on the huge brand new play ground, or test your luck by trying to steer away from the lagoon fountains in a paddle boat.
Mineral Springs Park
 
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If you love nature and hiking this is the place. It is on 700 square acres of meadows and woodland. On the trail you will find features like a historic cemetery, a waterfall, and a swimming hole. And the best part (if you’re like me) there is an 18 h...
McNaughton Park
 
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If you come early September this is a must. The venders, food, and entertainment are amazing.
PEKIN MARIGOLD FESTIVAL SEPTEMBER 3-7th, 2025