On the banks of the Caloosahatchee River is Riverside Community Center, located east of downtown at 3061 East Riverside Drive, the newest community center built for the citizens and visitors of Fort Myers and Lee County.
Dedicated in 2000, Riverside boasts a waterfront ballroom able to accommodate up 190 guests and features a full stage with theatrical lighting. What’s more, the facility offers a full catering kitchen, meeting room, woodshop, and pottery room.
Adjacent to the community center is Riverside Park, featuring a playground, large covered picnic areas, nature trails, a small canoe/kayak pier, fishing pier, and a replica lighthouse. In addition, numerous native plants and various animal species can be viewed from the shoreline.
Specific information about community events or the rental of Riverside Community Center can be obtained by contacting the Recreation division at (239) 321-7530 or emailing recreation@cityftmyers.com.
Riverside Community Center Rental Rates
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WEEKEND / HOLIDAY RENTAL
(Fri., Sat., Sun.)
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WEEKDAY RENTAL
(Mon. – Thu.)
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Ballroom
4 hours or less $300.00
4 to 8 hours $725.00
Each Addl. Hr. (Over 8 hours) $50.00
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Ballroom
4 hours or less $60.00
4 to 8 hours $120.00
Each Addl. Hr. (Over 8 hours) $20.00
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Meeting Room
4 hours or less $150.00
4 to 8 hours $300.00
Each Addl. Hr. (Over 8 hours) $50.00
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Meeting Room
4 hours or less $40.00
4 to 8 hours $80.00
Each Addl. Hr. (Over 8 hours) $20.00
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Ballroom & Meeting Room
4 hours or less $325.00
4 to 8 hours $775.00
Each Addl. Hr. (Over 8 hours) $50.00
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Ballroom & Meeting Room
4 hours or less $80.00
4 to 8 hours $160.00
Each Addl. Hr. (Over 8 hours) $20.00
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Additional Fees
The amount of your refundable deposit is determined by whether or not you are serving alcohol at your event. If you are serving alcohol, your refundable deposit is $500.00. In addition, you will be required to hire private security to work during your event. You are also required to purchase $1,000,000.00 of Liability Insurance with a Host Liquor Liability Insurance Clause. If you choose not to serve alcohol at your event, your refundable deposit will be $250.00. These deposits are refunded to you after your event, providing the building is left clean and undamaged. In order to reserve the date, you must pay the refundable deposit plus $53.00.
Rental Rates do not include 6% Florida State Sales Tax
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Riverside Park & Community Center