Phillips Recreation Center

505 W. Stoughton Urbana, IL 61801
Gold/Silver Bus Route

217-367-1544

Monday-Thursday: 8am-6pm
Friday: 8am-5pm
Saturday: 8am-12pm*

*Closed Saturdays between Memorial Day and Labor Day

Stop by the Urbana Park District’s recreation office and community center. This public facility has three multi-purpose rooms, a senior lounge and a beautiful dance/fitness room.

We offer many community programs here, such as dance and school's out. Experience the variety of exciting classes, programs and activities for all ages.

The Phillips Center is the place to sign up for programs, rent a picnic pavilion or get your pool pass photo taken. We look forward to helping you enjoy all that the district has to offer. Now that we offer online registration, we’d be glad to help you with your online registration, too!

Please contact the facility for the most up to date program information. For more information about the Phillips Recreation Center, please call 217-367-1544 during the times listed.

Dance/Fitness Room

With 2,000 square feet of space, this fitness and dance room features a wood-sprung floor, which is easier on your joints. A bank of windows lets in natural light to make it a very inviting space for exercise.

Room Rental

Need space for an event or gathering? When rooms are not in use for programs or events, you can rent rooms that accommodate up to 100 people.

Phillips Recreation Center Rental Form

Email your form.

Birthday Parties

Your party will be fun for the guests and simple for your family. We do the planning and hosting. Leave it to us.

Phillips Center Birthday Party Request

1-8 participants: $125 - $185 | 9-16 participants: $185 - $250

Fill out a request form with your choice of date, time, theme, and package for your celebration. Upon approval, a party planner will call you to make final arrangements for your party. On the day of the party, staff will lead your group through the entire event so that you are free to sit back and watch, take pictures, and participate if you’d like!

Essentials Package

Includes activities, party leaders, and decorations
$125 for up to 8 children
$185 for 9-16 children

Complete Package

Includes Basic Package plus cake, ice cream, drinks, tableware, and goody bags
$185 for up to 8 children
$250 for 9-16 children

Reserve your party at least three weeks in advance by completing an application and making full payment at the Phillips Recreation Center. Call 217-367-1544 for additional information.

Pirate Party - Ages 6-8
Ooze, Gooze, & Fun - Ages 6-10
A Birthday to “Dye” - Ages 8-15
Glamour Kids - Ages 4-8
Custom Party Ages 4-15
- Let our creative staff custom design a party for your child. The standard party fee of $185 or $250 applies, plus a customization fee of $50. Additional charges may apply and will be determined by the party planner.