Big Picture Peoria Film Festival
November 21-22, 2026
@Peoria Riverfront Museum
Shining a spotlight on Midwest voices.
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Shining a spotlight on Midwest voices. *
Tickets
Tickets will be available starting [DATE]! The links here will lead you to complete your purchase through the Peoria Riverfront Museum.
Buy before [DATE] and enjoy a reduced early bird rate!
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Frequently Asked Questions
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All films in our lineup are created by independent filmmakers and are not officially rated. We generally don’t recommend bringing young children to the evening screenings, as some content may be better suited for mature audiences.
However, for the Saturday afternoon screening, we’ve curated a selection of short films that we believe are family-friendly (roughly PG).
Please note: While our programming team makes every effort to select family-appropriate content, we cannot guarantee that all films will be suitable for all viewers. We encourage you to read the film descriptions and content warnings to decide what’s right for your group.
You can purchase tickets to the Saturday afternoon screening here.
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You can find the weekend schedule here!
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Our ticket prices vary by screening:
Thursday Night: $10.50 for adults
Friday & Saturday (Evening Screenings): $20 for adults, $15 for students
Saturday Afternoon (Family-Friendly Screening): $20 for adults, $15 for students, $10 for children 18 and under
We aim to keep ticket prices accessible while supporting independent filmmakers and a great festival experience! Buy tickets here!
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Please explore our website and reach out here if you can’t find your answer. We’ll do our best to address all of your questions.
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There are several great ways to get involved:
Have another idea? Reach out to us — we’d love to hear from you and explore how we can collaborate!
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You can buy tickets for the festival here.
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At the Big Picture Peoria Film Festival, accessibility is a top priority — we want everyone to feel welcome and included.
All film screenings are held at the Peoria Riverfront Museum, which offers elevator access and designated wheelchair spaces in the theater.
Our after-party at Zion Coffee Bar features a wheelchair-accessible entryway.
If you have additional accessibility needs or questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re happy to work with you to ensure a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
