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PFW 2026 — Thank You Peoria
Fashion Week is a wrap — now the real work begins.
Train. Create. Get discovered.
2026 Season Recap
Thank You, Peoria
Peoria Fashion Week 2026 — one for the books.
Honored Guest Host
J. Alexander Martin
Co-Founder of FUBU
A huge thank-you to J. Alexander Martin for coming out as our guest celebrity host. Having a founding voice of FUBU on the Peoria runway was a defining moment for our community — thank you for the time, the wisdom, and the love.
And a heartfelt thank-you to our Sponsors, Designers, Vendors, Patrons, and Models for making this year one for the books. Your craft, generosity, and energy are what built Peoria Fashion Week 2026 — and what carries us into everything next.
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Showcase Event · Saturday, June 6
Spring Runway Mixer
Curious Baubles · Peoria Heights
Future of Fashion
An evening of runway, music, and Midwest style.
Step into the next chapter of Peoria fashion. A live runway showcase featuring Haus of Runway Models, beats by DJ Divide, and a community-curated celebration of where style is headed next.
Saturday, June 6 · 6:00–10:00 PM
Curious Baubles
1208 E Duryea Ave, Peoria Heights, IL 61616
Featuring Haus of Runway Models · DJ Divide
$20 Admission
Runway Show
Live DJ
Future of Fashion
All Ages
Get Tickets — $20 Admission
$20 admission · Hosted by Curious Baubles
Community Showcase · Friday, June 19
Jubilee Day at the Riverfront
Peoria Riverfront · Juneteenth
Celebrating Black Artistry in Fashion
Heritage. Diversity. Style.
Peoria Fashion Week Academy will be showcasing at Jubilee Day on Friday, June 19 at the Riverfront — representing the diversity of Black artistry in the fashion industry. Join us for a 45-minute showcase celebrating designers, models, and creatives shaping the next chapter of Peoria style.
Friday, June 19 · 6:00–6:45 PM
Peoria Riverfront · Jubilee Day Celebration
Peoria Fashion Week Academy Showcase
Free & Open to the Public
Juneteenth
Black Artistry
Runway Showcase
Community
Casting Call · Saturday, July 18
Pride Fest Fashion Show
Peoria Riverfront · River City Pride
Bold. Inclusive. Fashion-Forward.
Models & designers wanted — all ages welcome.
Peoria Fashion Week Academy is casting models and designers for the River City Pride Fest fashion show on the Peoria Riverfront. Walk the runway or showcase your designs in an inclusive, bold, fashion-forward celebration of community and identity.
Saturday, July 18 · 2:00–3:00 PM
Peoria Riverfront · River City Pride Festival
Casting models & designers · all ages
Free Casting · Free Public Show
LGBTQIA+
Runway Casting
Designers Welcome
All Ages
Apply — Models & Designers
Casting via JotForm · In partnership with River City Pride
Programming Update
Content Creator Bowl
Postponed — Relaunching August 2026
The Content Creator Bowl has been postponed. Signup is closed for now and will reopen when the competition relaunches in August 2026. Follow @contentcreatorbowl for the relaunch date.
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Academy Classes
Hands-on training in sewing, modeling, photography, and production — taught by industry professionals.
Model Code
Adults · Mondays · Starts May 18
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Stitch & Sew — Adults
Wed & Fri · $25/class · Drop-in
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Stitch & Sew — Youth
Tue & Thu · Starts May 12
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New Initiatives
Building the future of Midwest fashion — one program at a time.
Scholarship Fund
Financial assistance so every aspiring creative can access professional training regardless of background.
Mentorship Program
One-on-one guidance from industry professionals — models, designers, photographers, and producers.
Community Workshops
Free pop-up workshops throughout the year covering sewing, styling, branding, and portfolio building.
Youth Development
Introducing young creatives ages 13–18 to fashion careers through hands-on academy programs.
"Where Midwest
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Peoria Fashion Week Academy is dedicated to fashion education, mentorship, and creative expression in the Midwest. Every class, every event, every program fuels the next generation of creative talent.
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PEORIA Fashion Week
April 2-4, 2026
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Pride Fest Fashion Show — Casting Call
July 18, 2026
2:00 – 3:00 PM
Peoria RiverFront · River City Pride
Models and designers wanted! Peoria Fashion Week Academy is seeking models and designers to participate in this year's River City Pride Fest fashion show on the Peoria RiverFront. Walk the runway or showcase your designs in an inclusive, bold, and fashion-forward show. All ages welcome.
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Fashion Ignite
August 8, 2026
9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Peoria Civic Center
Calling all designers — Fashion Ignite is a full-day designer showcase at the Peoria Civic Center in collaboration with Peoria Fashion Week Academy, Haus of Runway, and Arts Partners. Showcase your creativity, connect with the community, and be part of Fashion Ignite. Designer registration is now open.
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PEORIA Fashion Week
April 2-4, 2026
Four Points by Sheraton
501(c)(3) Nonprofit
Explore
Academy
Marketplace
Tickets
Community
Organization
Our Mission
Programs
Leadership
Partner With Us
Financials
Contact
(309) 214-4661
thepeoriafashionweek@gmail.com
© 2026 Peoria Fashion Week Academy. All rights reserved.
501(c)(3) Nonprofit