The Fish Geek

04/16/2026

When he’s not at The Fish Geek, our owner/operator, Dan, has been busy directing 42nd Street for Peoria Players Theatre. It’s a huge production, and the talent involved is excellent! Tickets are selling well, and might not last long. Grab your tickets and come see what he’s been working on outside the shop. Supporting local arts keeps our Peoria community thriving, just like a well-balanced aquarium!

Get ready -- tickets for 42nd Street go on sale this Monday! Join us for this tapdancing extravaganza April 24-26 and April 30-May 3. Tickets will be available at peoriaplayers.org or by calling 309-688-4473. For more details, and to see who's in the cast and on the production team, please click here: https://www.facebook.com/events/2359592734528047

Thank you to our 42nd Street sponsors, CEFCU, The Fish Geek, The Law Office of David Hunt, Jeff & Jane Myers, and the Cast & Crew of 42nd Street.

04/01/2026

Just a heads-up that our shop will be closed this Sunday for the Easter holiday so our team can spend some quality family time together.
We want to send a huge Thank You to all of you for supporting your local small business. You’re the reason we get to do what we love every day!
We’ll see you next week to help you with all your freshwater aquatic needs. Have a wonderful, relaxing weekend! 🌿🐠

03/14/2026

We just received a massive restock of our live plant inventory. Whether you are looking for fast-growing background plants to fill out your scape or hardy mid-ground options to add some texture, we have you covered. Some of our options are: Utricularia graminifolia, Eleocharis pusilla, Alternanthera reineckii 'Mini', Bacopa caroliniana, Blyza japonica, Bucephalandra 'Needle Leaf', Bucephalandra 'Kedagang', Cryptocoryne wendtii, Helanthium bolivianum, Hottonia palustris, Lilaeopsis brasiliensis, Littorella uniflora, Schismatoglottis prietoi, Taxiphyllum barbieri, Anubias gracilis, Anubius barteri 'Coin Leaf', Limnophila hippuridoides, Lobelia cardinalis, Ludwigia repens, and Staurogyne repens. We hope to see you in store!

01/24/2026

We apologize, but due to today's low temps, we are making the tough decision to close for the day. We WILL be open tomorrow, Sunday January 25, 11am-6pm. Thank you for your understanding, and stay cozy!

01/10/2026

We wanted to let you know, that when it comes to plants, this weekend we are SOLD OUT. Plant restock will be on 01/14 with pots, and tissue cultures back in stock on 01/16. Thank you for your understanding!

12/25/2025

From our family to yours, we wish you a very Merry Christmas! 🎄

Spending today with our loved ones reminds us how grateful we are for the community that supports us year-round. Thank you for choosing to shop local, and for being a part of our story.

12/07/2025

We are incredibly thankful to the community for your support, and are honored to be awarded platinum awards in three categories: Pet and Pet Care (Pet Shops), Retail (Aquariums and Fish Supplies), and Retail (Hobby)! A heartfelt THANK YOU to any and all that nominated or voted.
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11/28/2025

Throughout this weekend only, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday! 10% off all items in store, 15% off all driftwood and stone, and the guaranteed lowest price on any of our aquarium sets! (We will match or beat the sale prices of Petsmart, Petco, Chewy, and Amazon!).

11/02/2025

Thank you for supporting us!

The holidays are coming — a season built on connection, generosity, and heart. But for small business owners, it’s also the season that can make or break their year.

Every gift you buy, every coffee you grab, every service you choose locally helps keep someone’s dream alive.

Support local before there isn’t anything local left to support.

08/13/2025

FYI, we will be closed on 08/15 for an important family event. We apologize for the inconvenience, and please plan accordingly. Hours remain usual throughout the rest of the weekend.