Parks

Please note: Art and other group activities are welcomed and encouraged in City of Spokane parks. Like all activities, we ask that groups follow park rules.
We are updating our policies and procedures for group activities, to provide more clarity and ensure that activities are coordinated with park maintenance and limit the impact on other visitors.
In the meantime, groups using space 'as available' do not require a permit unless food is being served to 15+ people. For those looking to reserve a dedicated park space, a permit is required; please email ParkOpsReservations@spokanecity.org.
Coeur d’Alene Park, Grounds & Gazebo – Not available 2025 season due to construction.

Shelters/Gazebos & Picnics

Paid reservations are available for all picnic shelters/gazebos at our City Parks which will guarantee the use of the shelter and will be accepted 18 months in advance. Portable or stationary picnic tables and benches are available at Franklin, Manito North, and Manito South. Moveable tables are not guaranteed at any other park shelter.

Manito North and Franklin shelters have a maximum capacity of 200 people per reservation.
Mission Park shelters/gazebo have a maximum capacity of 200 people per reservation.
Manito South and Shadle shelter/gazebo have a maximum capacity of 40 people per reservation.

Availability and Confirmation

Each shelter venue is limited to two (2) consecutive reservations per day.
All reservations are made in four (4) hour time blocks. (An eight [8] hour time block constitutes two [2] paid reservations.)
Reservation must be made at least two (2) weeks prior to the event.
Payment must be received along with a signed permit at ten (10) days prior to the reservation.

Reservation calendar

Park Reservation Fee Structure

Online Reservations — no electrical option

All Small shelters park wide

maximum 30 people
$60/4-hour block

Comstock Picnic Area, Franklin Park, Manito Park North, and Manito South Shelters/Grounds

maximum 50 people
$100/4-hour block

Park Grounds & Picnic Areas

maximum 50 people
$60/4-hour block

Park/Shelter Reservations with other options*

All small parks/shelters

maximum 30 people
$90/4-hour block with additional services below

Large parks/shelters, Comstock, Franklin Park, Manito Park North & South Shelter

maximum 199 people
$150/4-hour block

Park Grounds & Picnic Areas

maximum 199 people
$90/4-hour block with additional services below

*Permit Fee includes up to: Access of 1 caterer/Food Truck, Electrical access (where available), Amplified sound, 1 Structure or Pop-up tent (must be free standing – NO stakes allowed.)

For reservations over 50 people up to the capacity of each park facility
Not Included: Special Events Groups
If wanting to reserve a game field, you will need to connect athleticfields@spokanecity.org

Special Event Park Grounds/Shelters

Special Events over 200 people or reservation with Inflatables
$250/4-hour block
Includes access for 2 caterers, 4 structures — Inflatables/Tents/Canopies over 12’x12’,
Amplified Sound and Electrical access (were available)
Please see Large Group Events and Special Events webpage for more information.

Additional Fees for all park reservations — À la carte prices

AV staging set up — $25.00 per day.
Catering/vendor — $50.00 per day per vendor * Check RFP’s pricing
Tents/Inflatables/structures — must be free standing — NO stakes allowed — $25.00 per day per structure.
Multiple Electrical Access Points — $50.00 per day
Private Event Alcohol Fee if serving Beer & Wine — $100 must have Banquet License WSLCB and General Liability Insurance.
Public Event Beer Garden — $500 per day — must have Special Occasion License and General Liability Insurance.
Tents 700 square feet and larger will need Fire Permit & Fire Extinguisher.

Picnics & Small groups

If using any of the outer parks for a simple picnic gathering of 49 people or less, please visit our Reservation calendar or contact Park Operations at 509.363.5455 for any additional questions.

If your picnic, any number attending, includes a jump castle and/or tent or canopy above 12x12, you must have a reservation.
Please complete a Park Reservation Inquiry Form.

The use of our parks for small picnics is offered on a first come, first served basis. To secure a spot for your picnic event, we encourage you to arrive early. Most of the outer parks have stationary tables, and some grills in the picnic area and a small shelter (without tables) available. Only paid reservations for our picnic shelters will guarantee the use of the shelter, along with picnic tables and benches in some shelters. Please complete an Event Inquiry form or call 509.363.5455 for more information.

A concerted effort will be made to keep the restrooms cleaned and stocked. Keep in mind: there is NO restroom/water availability prior to Memorial Day or after Labor Day, except for Manito Park, which has restroom availability year round. All movable tables and benches are removed from all parks from mid-October through mid-April.