Park & Facility Reservations

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2023 Permit Season General Information

  • Beginning January 4, permit applications will be accepted from all Saint Paul residents and businesses via phone at 651-266-6400 from 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. 
  • Beginning February 1:
  • Shelter and pavilion rentals are available from May 1 - October 1. Como Streetcar Station and the Newell Park building rentals are available from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Recreation Center buildings are reservable year-round by contacting the recreation center directly. 
  • Reservations need to be made a minimum of 14 business days in advance.
  • Permits are issued and allowed for summer holidays.
  • Reserved parking spaces are not permitted in our parks; all parking is general and on a first come, first served basis.
  • All insurance certificates must be submitted to Saint Paul Parks and Recreation no later than 15 business days prior to the event. Failure to do so will result in event being canceled. Insurance is required for all inflatables and no dunk tanks are allowed in parks. See Saint Paul Event Insurance Requirements for more information.
  • Organizations claiming tax exempt status must submit a completed MN Certificate of Exemption (ST3) form prior to making a reservation. This tax exempt number must be issued by the State of MN and not by the IRS Department of Treasury.
  • The Parks and Recreation Department retains the right to shutdown any rental for any violation of the Parks & Recreation Rules & Regulations, Park Permit Rules and Regulations, city ordinances, or laws that are violated, without refund of the rental fee.
  • Permit Office rentals and reservations are subject to our Changes and Cancellations Policy.
  • For any questions, contact the Permit Office at 651-266-6400 Monday through Friday, 7:30am-4:30pm, or parkspermits@ci.stpaul.mn.us.
  • Answers to many common questions can be found in our Park Permit Rules and Regulations.

Locations & Rates

The locations below are reservable through Parks and Recreation offices or partner organizations. Visit the links for contact information and reservation details.

Shelter & Pavilion Map

If you are interested in reserving a site not listed above, please contact the Permit Office at 651-266-6400 or parkspermits@ci.stpaul.mn.us.

Planning Large Events & Festivals

From iconic Como Regional Park to stunning Harriet Island, Saint Paul is packed with great outdoor spaces to host festivals, concerts, races and more! See the Large Event & Festival Planning page for more information.

Other Permits

Boulevard Tree Permits

  • All maintenance work being performed on public boulevard trees requires a free permit issued by Saint Paul Forestry.
  • For more information, call Forestry at 651-266-6400, or visit the boulevard tree permit webpage.

Fossil Hunting

Requests for fossil hunting permits are not being accepted at this time. No fossil hunting is allowed as fossil grounds are currently closed.

Photo and Film Permits

Visit the Photo and Film Permit page for more information.

Last Edited: January 3, 2023