Peoria Rivermen vs. Evansville Thunderbolts

Name: Peoria Rivermen vs. Evansville Thunderbolts
Start: 2025-11-29T19:15:00+0000
Location: Peoria Civic Center

November 29, 2025 7:15 pm

Peoria Civic Center
201 SW Jefferson St., Peoria, IL 61602

Witness the intense rivalry between the Peoria Rivermen and the Evansville Thunderbolts as they face off in an SPHL (Southern Professional Hockey League) matchup at the Peoria Civic Center. Get ready for a night of high-octane hockey action and cheer on your favorite team.

Buy ticket

Why We Like It

The Rivermen and Thunderbolts are long-time SPHL foes, ensuring a heated and competitive game.
Peoria Civic Center offers an intimate hockey viewing experience with great sightlines for fans.
Catch the start of the 2025-26 SPHL season and see these teams battle for early-season positioning.

Who Should Attend

Hockey fans, especially those who follow the SPHL and the Rivermen-Thunderbolts rivalry, will enjoy this event. It's a great way to kick off the new season and support your local team.

In the Spotlight

Peoria Rivermen

The Peoria Rivermen are a professional ice hockey team that plays in the Southern Professional Hockey League (SPHL). They are one of the founding members of the league and have a dedicated fan base in the Peoria area.

Evansville Thunderbolts

The Evansville Thunderbolts are an SPHL team based in Evansville, Indiana. They have a long-standing rivalry with the Peoria Rivermen, making this matchup an anticipated event for hockey fans in the region.

About the Venue

Peoria Civic Center

A multi-purpose arena in downtown Peoria that serves as the home of the Peoria Rivermen hockey team. The Civic Center offers an intimate setting for fans to experience the fast-paced action of SPHL hockey.