Like you need a reason!

The Chicago Tribune has a 7 reasons to visit Peoria list-type thingy.

Of course they are on there:

Apple Blossom Farm: Apples, pumpkins (in season, of course), a petting zoo ... you get the picture. appleblossomfarm.com

Whoops, I mean:

Peoria Chiefs baseball: The Cubs' affiliate in the Class-A Midwest League. peoriachiefs.com