Located in Central Illinois, where Interstate 57 meets Interstate 70, Effingham offers the perfect centralized location to meet and play. The city boasts a variety of sports facilities, ample accommodations, and a supportive community, all contributing to its appeal as a sporting event destination.
Effingham at a Glance
- Hotel Rooms
- 1,100
- Hotel Tax Rate
- 11 per cent
- Major Facilities
- Richard E. Workman Sports and Wellness Complex features an eight-lane pool, indoor track, and 10,600 square feet of indoor hardwood courts
- Community Park is a 35-acre park that features four lighted ball diamonds and four lighted tennis courts
- Evergreen Hollow Park spans 42 acres and comprises of lighted softball diamonds and four lighted tennis courts
- Hendelmeyer Park is a 20-acre park with a skate park, lighted tennis/pickleball courts, and three lighted ball diamonds
- Convention Center
Thelma Keller Convention Center features 25,000 square feet of space and can host sports such as martial arts, dance, and cheer.
- Contact
Effingham CVB, visiteffinghamil.com.
