Rice Recreation Center
Rice Recreation Center is closed at this time. Please see below for current programing options and alternatives, and visit stpaul.gov/parks-covid19 for more information.
For information on proposed improvements to Rice Recreation Center, visit the Rice Recreation Center Project page.
Rice Recreation Center offers educational programs, after school activities, Rice Teen Zone, family events, gym activities, youth and adult athletics, field rentals, rental space for parties, meetings, and events, and so much more.
Current Activities
Call (651) 558-2392 for more information.
Rec Check: In-person after school program
Rec Check is a free after-school program for youth in grades 1–5 provided at various recreation center sites. Rec Check is open for youth who live or attend school in Saint Paul. Rec Check will run weekdays starting September 14, 2020 from 2 - 6 p.m. on days when Saint Paul Public Schools have classes in session. Advanced registration is required. Visit the Rec Check webpage for more details, including registration information and COVID-19 safety procedures.
Learn more about these other school-day youth recreation programs.
S'more Fun Recreation for Preschoolers
Rec Reimagined: Digital and Alternative Programs
In order to help you stay connected, healthy, and active during this time, we have launched a new webpage where you can stay up-to-date with all of our digital and alternative programming options. Visit Rec Reimagined page often for the latest virtual programs, activity ideas, and other ways to live an active lifestyle and stay connected to nature in our parks, at home, and in your own back yard. We will continue to update this page as new programs and activities are introduced.
Sports Registration
Amenities
Indoor Amenities:
Craft/Meeting Room
Game/Meeting Room
Gym (Small)
Dance Room
Game Room
Kitchen
Meeting Room
Multipurpose Room
'Rice Teen Zone' Teen Center
Outdoor Amenities:
Basketball Court
Football Field
Playground
Soccer Field
(5) Softball Fields
(2) Tennis Courts
Rentals & Reservations
- For field reservations or to reserve space at this facility, call 651-558-2392.
- For terms and conditions, rental rates, and applications, see Recreation Center Rentals.
No-School Day Programs
Special programming may be available during no-school days such as MEA, winter break, spring break or other times throughout the school year.
Free Meals Program
Free meals are provided to youth 18 years of age and under and persons over 19 who participate in a public or nonprofit private school program for persons with disabilities. Visit the Free Meals Progam webpage for more information.
Summer Blast
Summer Blast is a free afternoon program for youth who will be entering grades 1-6 in the fall.
Rec Check
Rec Check is a free after-school program for youth in grades 1–5.
Stay Connected
Volunteer
Saint Paul Parks and Recreation offers many opportunities to make a difference in the lives of youth and adults who rely on recreation center programs and services, including helping out at community events, youth coaching, mentoring, and more. Learn more about our recreation center volunteer opportunities.
