Bratfest & Swiss Day in Peoria | Peoria News

Peoria News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 2, 2026 · 1m

Double the culture, double the fun—Peoria’s German American Central Society and Harmonie Concordia unite for a one-of-a-kind Bratfest & Swiss American Day celebration! Enjoy live music from Eddie Karosa, The Lindenhof Echoes, and the Ratskeller Brummers, plus kid-friendly playtime. Sink your teeth into bratwurst, schnitzel, Bavarian pretzels, and more—all paired with German beer and Swiss flair. Bring your vintage ride to the car cruis’n event (get a $6 discount before 2 PM!), and don’t forget cash—no ATM on site. Free admission and parking, August 2nd, noon to 8 PM at Hickory Grove Park in…