Rivers Edge Recreation Center
1151 W. Locust Street
Belvidere, IL 61008
815-547-9557 
Fax: 815-547-9546
RIVERS EDGE REC CENTER is OPEN FOR REGISTRATION, PROGRAMS AND RENTALS!
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Life is a little more fun when you take it to THE EDGE
Welcome to the Rivers Edge Recreation Center. A focal point of our Park District that was built in 2004 to meet the ever growing needs of Belvidere and the surrounding area. Rivers Edge is a 20,000 square foot facility that houses current Park District Programs and allows us room to expand with new ideas and events. Built right into the hill overlooking the majestic Kishwaukee River and scenic Belvidere Park, the Rivers Edge has numerous recreational opportunities to meet you and your family’s needs.
Amenities
- Two Program Rooms and Two Multi-purpose Rooms
900 square feet each. Two rooms can be connected to offer 1800 square feet. - Serving Kitchen
Connected to the Multi-Purpose Rooms for rentals. - Gymnasium
Full-size with bleachers and curtain to divide. Flooring is synthetic and multi-use. - Work Rooms and Storage
- Indoor Batting and Golf Cage
- Climbing Wall
35 foot wall with the look and feel of real rock. Routes for all levels of climbers.
Rentals at Rivers Edge – Covid Relief Rental Rate Plans
Looking for that special place to hold your family gathering, company meeting or birthday party? If you need a room or gym space check out the Rivers Edge. We now have 2 different multi-purpose rooms, a service kitchen and an AIR CONDITIONED GYM. Tables and chairs are provided; take down included. Contact Scott Meyer, Facilities Supervisor, at (815) 547- 5711 x35 for more details.
| Space | Capacity | Peak Time – M-F 4-10pm; weekends all day | with Kitchen | Non-Peak – M-F 9am-4pm | with Kitchen |
| Upstairs Rooms A/B | Max 40 | $30/ hour | NA | $15 / hour | NA |
| Downstairs Rooms a/B | Max 40 | $30 / hour | + $10 / hour | $15 / hour | + $10 / hour |
| Half Gym | Max 45 | $20 / hour | NA | $10 / hour | NA |
| Full Gym | Max 90 | $35 / hour | NA | $18 / hour | NA |
| Batting Cage | Max 90 | $50 / hour | NA | $50 / hour | NA |
MULTIPLE DATE RESERVATION DISCOUNT
10-19 Dates, 25% off applicable rate
20+ Dates, 50% off applicable rate
For more information contact Scott Meyer, Facilities Supervisor, 815-547-5711 x35