The first ever outdoor ice skating venue at the Peoria Civic Center is being called an overwhelming success. PNC Winterfest organizers says they optimistically took the tagline: ‘Peoria’s Newest Holiday Tradition’ when they announced it last summer. But 11,700 people laced up ice skates and took to the outdoor rink between November 30th when it opened and Monday when it closing.
The closing day was planned for January 3th but it was extended. Organizers says they are thrilled with the turnout and they are already planning for next year.