Families are so busy running from work to school, to meetings, then home – and out again for social functions and children's extracurricular activities. Families need quality leisure activities. To aid in your pursuit to lead a balanced family life of work, recreation, leisure and relaxation, the Greater Peoria Area offers a diverse list of options for your family. Peoria has its share of kid-friendly parks, theme parks, spectacular sporting events and activities. The Just For Kids Section outlines the top area selections to allow your kids to be kids and have fun.

Contemporary Art Center of Peoria

305 SW Water St · Riverfront Arts Center

Peoria

+1 (309) 674-6822

942 NE Glen Oak Ave

Peoria

+1 (309) 674-0322

5809 Forest Park Dr

Peoria

+1 (309) 686-3360

2218 N Prospect Rd

Peoria

+1 (309) 686-3362

11817 W Jubilee College Rd

Brimfield

+1 (309) 243-9489

1125 W Lake Ave

Peoria

+1 (309) 686-7000

113 E Partridge

Metamora

+1 (309) 367-4470

1212 W Moss Ave

Peoria

+1 (309) 674-4745

225 NE Adams St

Peoria

+1 (309) 636-6166

1203 E Kingman Ave

Peoria Heights

+1 (309) 682-8732

This family amusement park has 24 automatic scoring bowling lanes, an arcade, snack bar and a cocktail lounge. An 18-hole miniature golf course is also available, complete with waterfalls, a 30-foot castle and sand traps. Group events and birthday parties can be accommodated with space rentals and group rates.

8200 N. Hale Ave

Peoria

+1 (309) 692-7555

The Glen Oak Zoo is open year round, and houses more than 175 animals from around the world. Educational and conservation programs are also available, as well as family recreational resources and guided tours.

2218 N. Prospect Rd

Peoria

+1 (309) 686-3365