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.

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 (up to 30 people Small Shelter and 50 for park grounds)

View Reservation Calendar

All Small shelters park wide (maximum 30 people) - $50 four (4) hour block
Franklin Park, Manito Park North and Manito South Shelters - $85 four (4) hour block
Park Grounds & Picnic Areas - $50 four (4) hour block

Park/Shelter Reservations (over 31 people Small Shelters and 51 for park grounds)

$80 four (4) hour block – All small parks/shelters (maxiumum 30 people) with additional services below.
$125 four (4) hour block – Large parks/shelters, Franklin Park, Manito Park North & South Shelter
Permit Fee includes up to: Access of one (1) caterer/food truck, electrical access (where available), amplified sound, one (1) structures or pop-up tent (must be free standing – NO stakes allowed).
For reservations over 31 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 through My Spokane or reservation with inflatables
$180 four (4) hour block
Includes up to two (2) caterers, four (4) structures - Inflatables/Tents/Canopies over 12’x12’, Amplified Sound and Electrical access (where available)
Please see Large Group Events and Special Events webpage for more information.

Additional Fees for all park reservations

À la carte prices

Amplified sound/ AV staging set up - $25.00 per day
Catering/vendor - $50.00 per day per vendor
Tents/inflatables/structures (must be free standing – NO stakes allowed) $50.00 per day per structure
Electrical Access - $50.00 per day up to two (2) - 110v outlets

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.