Peoria Rivermen road trip guide
Everything you need to catch the Peoria Rivermen at Peoria Civic Center in Peoria — arena guide, tickets, getting there and where to watch.
🎟️ Peoria Rivermen tickets
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✈️🚗 Getting to Peoria Civic Center
Nearest major airport is Chicago Midway (MDW) — about 153 mi / 3h 39m from the arena.
🧭 Planning your trip — quick answers
Where do the Peoria Rivermen play?
The Peoria Rivermen play home games at Peoria Civic Center in Peoria.
What airport do you fly into for a Peoria Rivermen game?
Champaign Willard (CMI) is the closest airport, about 104 miles (167 km) from Peoria Civic Center — a smaller airport with fewer flights. For more flights, Chicago Midway (MDW) is about 153 miles (3h 39m) away.
How much is parking at Peoria Civic Center?
Game-day parking starts around $10 USD. Two first-come lots: the Marquee Lot (entrance off Kumpf Blvd, best for the arena) and the Fulton Lot (Fulton & Monroe).
How do you get to Peoria Civic Center without a car?
At 201 SW Jefferson Ave. From I-74 West take Exit 94 (Riverfront Dr) and follow signs to Carver Arena; from I-74 East take Exit 92 (Glendale Ave), which becomes Kumpf Blvd, and the arena is on the left.
Prices and logistics are approximate and change — details in the arena-prices table and the arena guide below.
🏟️ Peoria Civic Center fan guide
Best seats
Glass seats are the priciest at $31.50. Upper Bowl Ends ($15.50) are the budget pick, and Sunday Family Fun Days drop kids' upper bowl seats to $8.50.
Parking
Two first-come lots: the Marquee Lot (entrance off Kumpf Blvd, best for the arena) and the Fulton Lot (Fulton & Monroe). There is more parking around downtown, and the accessible drop-off lane is on Jefferson Ave. (Usually $10-$25 depending on the event; credit/debit card only, no prepay.)
Getting there
At 201 SW Jefferson Ave. From I-74 West take Exit 94 (Riverfront Dr) and follow signs to Carver Arena; from I-74 East take Exit 92 (Glendale Ave), which becomes Kumpf Blvd, and the arena is on the left.
Bar scene
Inside, Whiskey City Pub (Sec 114) is a full-service bar and Brewhaus (Sec 120) pours beer and mixed drinks.
Pre-game bars
- Whiskey City Pub (Sec 114) — In-arena full-service cocktail bar.
- Brewhaus (Sec 120) — In-arena beer and mixed drinks.
Insider tips
- Fully cashless: the parking lots and concessions take cards and mobile wallets only.
- Construction affects entrances: Entrances #2 and #5 are open for every event, and doors typically open 1 hour early.
- Clear bag policy (12x6x12 in) or a 5x8 in clutch; no re-entry.
- Day-of-game tickets cost $1 more in most sections, so buy ahead.
- Try Avanti's Gondolas at the 309 Eats stands, a Central Illinois favorite.
📺 Where to watch the Rivermen
National (US): FloHockey · Team streams / local radio. Full TV guide →
🧭 Combine it into a road trip
Nearest big-league teams (great to pair up)
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