Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events is responsible for developing, organizing, promoting and directing the recreational programs and special events within the City.
Adam Thorson
Director of Parks, Recreation and Special Events
815-200-5058
Peru Recreation Summer Camps 2022
2022 Events
April 9: Easter Egg Hunt- Centennial Park
May 20/21: TBM Avenger Reunion- Illinois Valley Regional Airport
May 28: Splash Pad Opens- Washington Park
June 2: Pistol Shrimp Home Opener- Veterans Park
July 3: Firework Celebration- Water St - Peru, IL
August 4, 5 & 6: Taste of the Illinois Valley- Centennial Park
October 29: Halloween at the Park- Washington Park
December 3: Light Up the Night Christmas Parade-Centennial Park to Washington Park
MUSIC UNDER THE OAKS-Schweickert Pavilion at Centennial Park from 6-9pm! Free admission!!
| Friday June 3rd | 3 Day Weekend |
| Friday, June 10th | Demolition Men |
| Friday June 24th | The Rockets |
| Friday, July 22nd | Tim Ajster Band |
| Friday, August 12th | The Road Trip Band |
| Friday, August 26th | Steve Sharpe Band |
