Pumpkin festival, horror con and comedy: Here are 5 things to do near Peoria this weekend

September is full of activities. Here are five events you might want to check out in the Peoria area this weekend.

2024 Morton Pumpkin Festival

The 2024 Morton Pumpkin Festival is now under way and will continue through Sept. 14 at various locations throughout Morton. This year's theme is "Pumpkins Run for the Roses" and the event will include a large assortment of pumpkin-flavored foods, carnival rides, live entertainment and more. For a full schedule of events and more information, visit www.mortonpumpkinfestival.com.

A weekend of comedy at the Civic Center

Comedian and former co-star of "Impractical Jokers" Joe Gatto will bring his "Let's Get Into It" tour to the Peoria Civic Center Theater at 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 13. The show will also feature opening act Mark Jigarjian. Tickets start at $39.75. Stand-up comedian and public speaker Ali Siddiq will bring his "I Got a Story to Tell" tour to the Peoria Civic Center Theater at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14. Tickets start at $30. Tickets for both shows can be purchased online at www.peoriaciviccenter.com.

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Horror convention at Expo Gardens

Horror Fiesta, an all ages, family-friendly convention celebrating all things horror, will be held from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 14, at Exposition Gardens, 1601 Northmoor Road. Special guests include actors Terri Partyka ("Haunt," "The Woman in the Room"), Candice Rose ("Stranger Things," "Halloween Ends") and Justin Rose ("Haunt," "Double Walker") and author Richard Born ("The Bizarre Events at Hellman Elementary"). Admission is $10 and children ages 6 and under are free. For more information, visit www.horrorfiesta2024.com.

Peoria GO Day 2024

Choose Greater Peoria's GO Day 2024 will be held from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, on Water Street, between Liberty and Main, in Downtown Peoria. This family-friendly event will include a hands-on sport zone, local art exhibits, a community stage showcase, interactive basketball drills, food and drink vendors, free admission to the Riverfront Museum and more.

Woofstock 2024 in Edwards

Bring your lawn chair and your pooch to enjoy live entertainment at Woofstock 2024. The event will be held from noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 15, at Sommer Park, 6329 N. Koerner Road, Edwards. A $20 admission includes one person and one dog (children ages 12 and under admitted free). A $40 admission includes one person and one dog and includes one T-shirt. All dogs must wear rabies tag, be on a non-retractable leash, have current vaccinations, socialize well, be at least 6 months of age and not be in heat. For more information, visit www.samsrescue.org.

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This article originally appeared on Journal Star: 5 things to do in the Peoria area the weekend of September 13-15