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Peoria Fashion Week Academy

PEORIA FASHION WEEK

PFW 2026 — Thank You Peoria

Fashion Week is a wrap — now the real work begins. Train. Create. Get discovered.

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Designer Workshop

Designer Class

Ballroom Showcase Experience

In Collaboration with Central Illinois Friends

Design. Create. Slay the Runway.

Step into creativity and culture in our hands-on Designer Class where you'll design and construct your own look for the runway!

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May 21, 2026

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5:00 PM – 8:00 PM

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Distillery Labs — Peoria, IL

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$150 (all materials included)

In This Class, You Will

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Learn the art of fashion design

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Bring your vision to life with expert guidance

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Use professional tools & techniques

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Create a custom look for the runway

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Showcase your design in a live ballroom showcase

What Is Ballroom Culture?

Born in Black and Latino LGBTQ+ communities as a space for self-expression, love, and survival. Ballroom is a celebration of identity, creativity, and performance. Through categories like Vogue, Runway, and Performance, participants tell their stories, push boundaries, and create art that empowers and inspires.

Free Workshop — May 15

Thursday, 7 PM – 10 PM · Carver Center, 201 South Washington St, Peoria, IL

Aspiring Designers

Stylists & Creatives

Models

All Skill Levels

Limited spots available · academy@peoriafashionweek.org

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Academy Classes

Hands-on training in sewing, modeling, photography, and production — taught by industry professionals.

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For Creatives

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Models, photographers, designers, DJs, stylists, and production teams — build your profile, get discovered, and get booked.

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Designers

MUA & Hair

DJs

Videographers

Production

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What's Next

New Initiatives

Building the future of Midwest fashion — one program at a time.

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Scholarship Fund

Financial assistance so every aspiring creative can access professional training regardless of background.

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Mentorship Program

One-on-one guidance from industry professionals — models, designers, photographers, and producers.

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Community Workshops

Free pop-up workshops throughout the year covering sewing, styling, branding, and portfolio building.

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Youth Development

Introducing young creatives ages 13–18 to fashion careers through hands-on academy programs.

"Where Midwest Meets High Fashion"

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Community & Career Tools

Mentorship, scholarships, opportunities & resources

About PFWA

A 501(c)(3) Nonprofit

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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