Washington Parks and Recreation Department has numerous facilities and pavilions which can be reserved for private use (such as catered private parties, private fundraiser dinners, weddings, etc.) Rates are listed below. Facilities and pavilions may also be reserved in conjunction with a special event/use (such as runs, walks, bike rides, contests, fairs, festivals, carnivals, circus, rodeos, concerts, etc.) with approval (Special Activity Application must be completed.)
Pavilions are available for rent April-October.
The City of Washington will supply trash cans and bags at every rental. The renter is responsible for bringing additional trash bags and toilet paper beyond what is stocked. The renter is responsible for the cleanliness of the pavilion and restrooms during the event.
Reservations:
Reservations are made in person at the Parks & Recreation Office (405 Jefferson Street, lower level), Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please check with the Parks and Recreation Department regarding rules and rates for special event/use.
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Lions Lake Pavilion #1 (Bernie E. Hillermann Park)
| Location | Grand Avenue by Gazebo |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 50 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $50 |
| Electric | No |
| Picnic Tables | (8-10) 6' picnic tables |
| Setup/Takedown | Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. If picnic tables are moved, they must be put back the way they were found. |
| BBQ Grill | Yes |
Lions Lake Pavilion #1 Rules & Regulations
Lions Lake Pavilion #2 (Bernie E. Hillermann Park)
| Location | Corner of Grand Avenue and Veterans Drive by Sand Volleyball Court |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 50 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $50 |
| Electric Fee | $25 (optional) |
| Electric Key Deposit | $100 (required for electric usage) |
| Picnic Tables | (8-10) 6' picnic tables |
| Setup/Takedown | Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. If picnic tables are moved, they must be put back the way they were found. |
| BBQ Grill | Yes |
Lions Lake Pavilion #2 Rules & Regulations
Lions Lake Pavilion #3 (Bernie E. Hillermann Park)
| Location | Veterans Drive across from the Amphitheater |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 50 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $50 |
| Electric Fee | $25 (optional) |
| Electric Key Deposit | $100 (required for electric usage) |
| Picnic Tables | (8-10) 6' picnic tables |
| Setup/Takedown | Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. If picnic tables are moved, they must be put back the way they were found. |
| BBQ Grill | Yes |
Lions Lake Pavilion #3 Rules & Regulations
Lions Lake Gazebo (Bernie E. Hillermann Park)
| Location | Corner of South Lakeshore Drive and Grand Avenue | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 15 people | ||||||
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) | ||||||
| Rental Fee | $100 (includes the grounds around the Gazebo) | ||||||
| Electric | No | ||||||
| Picnic Tables/Tables and Chairs | The Gazebo does not come with picnic tables, tables or chairs; however, renter may supply their own. | ||||||
| Setup/Takedown | Renter is responsible for setting up and taking down any tables or chairs brought. Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. | ||||||
| BBQ Grill | No |
Lions Lake Gazebo Rules & Regulations
Fairgrounds Pavilion (Fairgrounds)
| Location | 3 Fairground Street |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 250 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $200 |
| Damage/Key Deposit | $500 |
| Electric | Yes, outlets are located in the rafters. Only one item can be plugged into each outlet as breakers will trip if more than one item is plugged in at a time. |
| Picnic Tables | (30-35) 6' picnic tables |
| Setup/Takedown | Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. If picnic tables are moved, they must be put back the way they were found. |
| BBQ Grill | Yes |
Fairgrounds Pavilion Rules & Regulations
Swine Pavilion (Fairgrounds)
| Location | 11 Fairground Street |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 350 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $200 |
| Damage/Key Deposit | $500 |
| Electric | Yes, the renter will need to specify what electric drops they need to the Parks Staff. |
| Picnic Tables/Tables and Chairs | No, however the renter is allowed to bring them. |
| Setup/Takedown | Renter is responsible for setting up and taking down any picnic tables and/or tables and chairs brought in. Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. |
| BBQ Grill | No |
Swine Pavilion Rules & Regulations
Farmers Market Pavilion (Farmers' Market)
| Location | 317 West Main Street |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 350 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily), except Saturday's April-October; 3 p.m.-Midnight |
| Rental Fees | $200 |
| Damage/Key Deposit | $500 |
| Electric | Yes |
| Tables and Chairs | No, however the renter is allowed to bring them |
| Setup/Takedown | Renter is responsible for setting up and taking down any picnic tables and/or tables and chairs brought in. Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. Saturday's from April-October, the renter is responsible to clean up anything left by the Farmers' Market. |
| BBQ Grill | No |
| Parking Lot/Open Space & Rental Hours | Monday-Friday 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday 7 a.m. - Midnight Rental Fee: $250 Damage Deposit: $150 |
Farmers’ Market Pavilion Rules & Regulations
James W. Rennick Riverfront Pavilion
| Location | 1 Elbert Drive |
|---|---|
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $200 |
| Damage/Key Deposit | $500 |
| Electric | Yes, outlets are in the rafters. Only one item can be plugged into each outlet as breakers will trip if more than one item is plugged in at a time. |
| Picnic Tables | (30-35) 6' picnic tables |
| Setup/Takedown | Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to the trash cans. If picnic tables are moved, they must be put back the way they were found. |
| BBQ Grill | Yes |
| Parking Lot/Open Space | Rental Fee: $250 Damage Deposit: $150 |
James W. Rennick Riverfront Pavilion Rules & Regulations
Main Park Pavilion (Main Park)
| Location | 205 High Street |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 250 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $200 |
| Damage/Key Deposit | $500 |
| Electric | Yes, outlets are in the rafters. Only one item can be plugged into each outlet as breakers will trip if more than one is plugged in at a time. |
| Picnic Tables | (30-35) 6' picnic tables |
| Setup/Takedown | Trash should be placed in trash cans or gathered in bags next to trash cans. If picnic tables are moved, they must be put back the way they were found. |
| BBQ Grill | No |
| Parking Lot/Open Space | Rental Fee: $250 Damage Deposit: $150 |
Main Park Pavilion Rules & Regulations
Optimist Pavilion (Optimist Park)
| Location | 2000 East Ninth Street |
|---|---|
| Maximum Occupancy | 50 people |
| Rental Hours | Noon-Midnight (daily) |
| Rental Fee | $125 |
| Damage/Key Deposit | $500 |
| Electric | Yes |
| Picnic Tables | (8) 6' picnic tables |
| Setup/Takedown | Trash should be in the trash can or gathered in bags next to the trash can. If picnic tables are moved, they must be put back the way they were found. |
| BBQ Grill | Yes |
Optimist Pavilion Rules & Regulations