the art of tourism

hot air balloon in desert colors with a large green cactus on it

Ideas for your consideration:

  • Phase II of Paloma Park: BMX, skating, and equestrian events

  • Expanded trail connections from Paloma Park to Lake Pleasant

  • Hiking and mountain bike races

  • Beach club events at Lake Pleasant and a dedicated Surf Park

  • Lantern festivals featuring floating lanterns and live music at Lake Pleasant

  • Jeep safaris

  • Ironman competitions

  • Dragon boat races

  • Yacht Club regattas

  • Hot air balloon festivals

  • Pub crawls and brewery events

  • Arts festivals, street fairs, and pop-up markets throughout all districts in Peoria

  • Outdoor amphitheater for concerts and private events

  • Extreme sports park for motocross

  • SxS trail runs

What do you think?

The City of Peoria is an envious place to live, work and play. It’s important to capitalize on the unique aspects of our community as a premier tourist destination that people can visit and experience!

Art is looking for tourism ideas or your input on his ideas below. Let him know what you’d like his team to develop when he serves as Peoria’s next mayor, a mayor who listens.