Peoria Rivermen

Peoria Rivermen, professional hockey in Peoria

The Peoria Rivermen are a professional ice hockey team based in Peoria, Illinois. The organization presents itself as one of the most prominent professional hockey teams in Illinois and competes in the SPHL, a league whose standings and schedule it publishes on its website.

The club plays its home games at the Peoria Civic Center, a venue that also houses the box office and access policies for attendees.

Tickets and game experiences

Ticket sales are organized in several ways: full-season tickets for the 2026-2027 season, partial season ticket packages, single game tickets and group tickets. The group offerings detail specific group areas, fundraising activities, corporate outings and game night experience packages.

The site also allows users to request ticket information and offers directions for the Peoria Civic Center, parking and the box office.

Team, stats and competition

The sports section includes the roster, the 2026 training camp, the Rivermen Hall of Fame, the season schedule with a printable version, team news, player stats and the SPHL standings. Among the published content are announcements of player signings and returns, the addition of staff to the club's front office, the appointment of Ed Hammond as the new broadcast voice and the protected list for the 2026-27 season.

The announced regular-season schedule for 2026-27 consists of 60 games. The information gathered also mentions the outcome of the previous season, with elimination against Evansville in the President's Cup final.

Promotions and theme nights

The club schedules promotions and theme nights throughout the season. The announced lineup includes Bruce Saurs Opening Night, First Responders Night, a Halloween night, Salute To Service, Hunting Night, several Sunday Family Fun Day dates, Peanuts Night, Scooby Doo Night and Glow In The Dark Night, among others. Games are announced at the Peoria Civic Center with times that vary by date.

Fanbase, community and content

The club's activity extends into the community through initiatives such as Education Day 2026, player appearances, the designation of a non-profit of the night and a season ticket holder loyalty program. There is also a Booster Club and a fanzone area.

The site offers podcasts and multimedia content, with livestreams, and an official team store. Sponsorship opportunities are also announced and corporate sponsors are listed, along with a club-affiliated credit card.

Organization and contact

The club's office is located at the Peoria Civic Center in Peoria, Illinois. The site publishes a contact form, internship information and a contact directory, as well as an SPHL league map and a Hockey 101 section.

Location and contact

201 S.W. Jefferson St. Peoria IL 61602 · Phone: (309) 676-1040 · Hours: Mo 09:00-16:30 | Tu 09:00-16:30 | We 09:00-16:30 | Th 09:00-16:30 | Fr 09:00-16:30