Peoria · Maricopa County, AZ

Arts & Culture in Peoria

Scout analyzed 126 Peoria places and surfaced the ones that actually fit arts & culture.

Places analyzed

126

Matches

12

Typical spend

$50

Typical visit

2 hr

Scout-verified spots

The Peoria PlayHouse

Arts & Culture

The Peoria PlayHouse

The Peoria PlayHouse is a children's museum suitable for a 2-3 hour family outing, offering interactive exhibits focused on art and science. Expect to spend about $10-15 per person for admission.

ArtsPlayfulEducational
4.6$10–$15 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Uptown Jungle Fun Park

Arts & Culture

Uptown Jungle Fun Park

This indoor playground is good for an active family outing, especially for younger children. Expect to spend 2-3 hours here, with admission costing around $15-30 per child.

SportsWellnessAnimals
4.3$15–$30 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois

Arts & Culture

Contemporary Art Center of Peoria Illinois

Visit this art center for an hour or two to view local and regional contemporary art, a good option for a quiet afternoon. Admission is likely free or low-cost, making it an inexpensive stop.

Live musicArtsSports
$0–$10 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Theater Works

Old Town Peoria

Theater Works

Theater Works is a good destination for a planned evening of live performance, suitable for dates or family outings. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and tickets typically range from $25-$75 per person.

Live musicArtsRelaxed
$25–$75 typical2.3 hr visiteasy parking
Sun Bowl Amphitheatre

Arts & Culture

Sun Bowl Amphitheatre

The Sun Bowl Amphitheatre is an outdoor venue for performances, often best for an evening show or concert. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and tickets typically range from $10-$50 per person.

Live musicArtsOutdoors
$10–$50 typical2.3 hr visiteasy parking
Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Glendale

Arts & Culture

Andretti Indoor Karting & Games Glendale

Andretti is ideal for a lively family outing or a celebratory group event, offering go-karting, arcade games, and dining. Expect to spend 2-3 hours and $50-$100 per person.

SportsFoodCocktails
$50–$100 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
FatCats Surprise

Prasada

FatCats Surprise

FatCats Surprise is a multi-activity venue, good for a full evening of entertainment including a movie, bowling, or arcade games. Expect to spend 3 hours and $25-$60 per person for activities and food.

FoodOutdoorsArts
$25–$60 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Harkins Theatres Arrowhead

Arrowhead Entertainment Center

Harkins Theatres Arrowhead

This Harkins Theatre is good for a classic movie outing, taking about 2.5 hours and costing around $15-35 per person including concessions. It pairs well with a meal before or after, given its shopping center location.

ArtsRelaxedSocial
$15–$35 typical2.3 hr visiteasy parking
Peoria Riverfront Museum

Arts & Culture

Peoria Riverfront Museum

This museum offers a 2-3 hour educational outing, good for families or solo exploration, especially if paired with a stroll along the riverfront. Expect to spend $10-15 per person for admission.

ArtsViewsHistory
$10–$15 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Burst Of Butterflies Create & Paint Studio - Peoria

Bell-freeway Commercial Park

Burst Of Butterflies Create & Paint Studio - Peoria

Burst Of Butterflies is an art studio for a creative solo outing or a family activity, typically lasting 2 hours and costing $25-50 per person for materials. It can pair well with a meal before or after.

ArtsRelaxedPlayful
$25–$50 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Sun Cities Area Historical Society/Del Webb Sun Cities Museum

Newlife

Sun Cities Area Historical Society/Del Webb Sun Cities Museum

This museum is good for a quiet hour or two of historical exploration, especially for those interested in planned communities or local history. It's a free or low-cost activity that can be paired with a local lunch or other area attractions.

ArtsHistoryRelaxed
$0–$10 typical2 hr visiteasy parking
Arizona Broadway Theatre

Arts & Culture

Arizona Broadway Theatre

This venue offers a full evening of entertainment with dinner and a Broadway-style show, ideal for a special date night or celebrating an occasion. Expect to spend 3-4 hours and $75-$150 per person.

Live musicArtsFood
$75–$150 typical2.3 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

Outdoors

Patio, trail, or open-air.

What Scout found

  • 12 of the 126 analyzed Peoria places fit arts & culture.
  • 8% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 100% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Playful, Educational, Quiet, Adventurous.

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