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Are you looking for a wonderful and affordable way to host your next outdoor celebration? Look no further...
The Springfield Park District has over thirty picnic areas and shelters throughout our parks located near playgrounds and ample green space. A permit is required for group picnics of 15 or more persons, so plan to get a permit for your next gathering, birthday party, picnic or family event!
BASIC & *AMENITY SHELTERS
Fees and Permit time Blocks-
here are three options for time slots:
- 10:00am - 4:00pm - AM 1/2 Day
- 4:00pm - 10:30pm - PM 1/2 Day
- 10:00am - 10:30pm - FULL DAY
*Fees are subject to change, so check availability and pricing at the online reservation portal. In addition to fees, there are rules and conditions for using the picnic shelters. Please see the picnic rules and conditions.
*Acceptance of Park Permits will be closed at 12pm on Thursdays for the upcoming weekend. All shelters become first come first serve at that time. All park shelters, features, and gardens are non-refundable/ non-transferable rain or shine.
*Acceptance of Park Permits will be closed at 12pm on Thursdays for the upcoming weekend. All shelters become first come first serve at that time. All park shelters, features, and gardens are non-refundable/ non-transferable rain or shine.
*Fees and Permit Time Blocks may differ at Southwind Park than displayed above.
BOOK SHELTER RESERVATIONS
Walks, Runs, or Events
While you may picnic at any of our parks for free, organizers who plan special events on Park District property must get written approval from the Springfield Park District prior to the event.
WALKS, RUNS, & SPECIAL EVENTS INFORMATION
General Reminders:
Electric Limits
The electrical limitation of our picnic sites and shelters are 20 amps each. It is your responsibility as a renter to know the amperage of the items you are plugging into these outlets and to not overload the circuits. We do not have staff on evenings or weekends who are available to come out and reset the breakers.
Age Restrictions
You must be 18 years or older to permit/rent a park shelter. See the documents folder for a list of important information and our full rental waiver requirements.
Amenity Shelters
*Amenity Shelters have more than one table, power, water and/or restrooms nearby. They typically rent for a higher permit fee than our Basic Shelters.
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