Peoria, IL Sports Central

Peoria’s full of sports and recreational activities. From the Peoria Chiefs to the Peoria Rivermen, we’ve got the sporting entertainment you want. And if you’re in the mood to move from spectator to participant, we’ve got the Riverplex, a 118,000 square foot state-of-the-art fitness center.

Take me out to the ball game

The Peoria Rivermen: Positive role models for your children

The popular hockey team, the Peoria Rivermen, not only provides entertainment value but they strive to improve the quality of life for Peoria residents. They are active in the community and remain positive role models for area youths. Plus, they’re so much fun to watch!

We hold the IHSA Boy’s Basketball Tournament each year fondly known as “March Madness.” The interactive March Madness Experience takes place in the Carver Arena exhibition hall during the tournaments.

The Bradley Braves basketball team from Bradley University is a local favorite. The men's basketball team has made eight appearances in the NCAA Tournament. In 2006, the Braves made their first Sweet Sixteen appearance since 1955.

You’ll love the Peoria Park District

When you’re ready to get off the sidelines and participate in recreational activities of your own, visit the Peoria Park District where biking, hiking and walking trails abound. For more information about the award-winning Peoria Park District, click here.

A gold mine of recreation at Gold’s Gym Peoria

As the largest co-ed gym chain in the world, there’s lots of ways to workout and enjoy yourself at the same time at Gold’s Gym Peoria.

Check out the new Midwest Sports Complex with its two indoor and 20 outdoor soccer fields.

Catch the Classic Sports Festival in June where athletes from around the world compete in a wide variety of events including yacht racing, rowing, golf and more. The Steamboat Festival features an annual race between “The Spirit of Peoria” (a sternwheeler paddleboat) and the New Orleans-based “Delta Queen.” This race is the highlight event of the festival every year.

Always something to do at the Riverplex

For more recreational opportunities, visit Peoria’s Riverplex. A joint project between the Peoria Park District and OSF Saint Francis Medical Center, the 118,000 square foot facility features a state-of-the-art fitness center, indoor pool and much more.

If golf’s your game

Central Illinois offers several world-class golf courses. In fact, there are a handfull of golf courses in Peoria for both beginners and experienced golfers alike. WeaverRidge earned the number two spot in Golf Digest’s “100 Greatest Public Courses in Illinois” and is considered Peoria’s premiere championship course.

There’s lots of ways to get in shape and stay active in Peoria! For more ideas on recreational activities in Peoria, visit our Peoria Parks and Recreation page.

Is your family moving to Peoria? Make sure your children know all about the many sports options available. Contact us and we will make sure you have the information you need to get your kids plugged into their favorite sport!