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Soderstrom Castle is a historic medieval-style home in Peoria Heights where visitors take guided tours through all four floors of the castle while exploring its unique architectural features. The castle hosts castle tours where guests walk through the property with guides who share its history and design. The grounds feature distinctive elements including fire-breathing dragons at the entrance. Throughout the year, the castle offers holiday refreshments and live Christmas music during festive celebrations. Visitors can also experience Halloween-themed guided nighttime tours within the castle halls. The venue accommodates photography sessions on its grounds and hosts private events and gatherings. The castle suits families, groups, and individuals interested in architecture and local history who want to explore one of Central Illinois's most iconic landmarks located on Grand View Drive.
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3 reasons to go, each in the venue’s own words, with the date we checked it.
Oct 28 – 30Event
Families step inside the Castle for a guided spooky nighttime walk with Castle ghosts, learning about the Castle's history and encountering seasonal scenes and unique artifacts throughout.
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“October 28, 2026”
Oct 28 – 31Event
The Castle grounds come alive with a synchronized sound-and-light spectacle families can watch from the lawn, with sing-alongs and glowing displays. Strobe lighting is used.
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“October 28, 2026”
Oct 31Event
The community is welcomed to trick-or-treat at the Castle grounds, enjoying performances from local talent and themed decorations. The Castle building itself remains closed to visitors.
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“October 31, 2026”
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Peoria Heights
Thursday-Sunday 11:00am-7:00pm (Summer through August 16); Saturday-Sunday 11:00am-7:00pm (Fall from August 22)
1 miPeoria Heights
Trails: Open year-round; daily dawn to dusk. Building: April–October Tuesday-Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Sunday 1:00 pm–5:00 pm; November-March Tuesday-Saturday 9:00 am–5:00 pm, CLOSED Sunday
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