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The Harriet Island Event Office oversees rentals and reservations for several beautiful locations on and alongside the Mississippi River. These locations include Harriet Island Regional Park, Raspberry Island Regional Park, Upper Landing Park, and Kelley's Landing. See below for specifics on how to reserve space for your event.

1) Check Availability

Those interested in reserving space at Harriet Island Clarence Wigington Pavilion can view the availability calendars below.                              

2024 Harriet Island Availability Calendar

2025 Harriet Island Availability Calendar

2) Take a Tour

To make an appointment for an on-site tour of the Harriet Island Pavilion please use the links below. We are also accommodating virtual tours via FaceTime/Google Duo at this time. You may view the link below for a general pavilion video tour if you are unable to schedule a tour appointment.   

  • Tuesday, March 26 - FULLY BOOKED
  • There will be no tours offered in April due to annual pavilion upkeep  

 VIDEO TOUR LINK: https://youtu.be/IjuSknQVqcY

3) Fill Out a Rental Application

The following rental applications are to be used for small events. Small events at Harriet Island will have no more than 500 guests. Public events at Harriet Island Regional Park and all large events will require a Large Event Grounds Permit that can be acquired through the Harriet Island Event Office (public/large events will require the permit holder to go through a proposal process).

Harriet Island Permit Applications

Harriet Island Wigington Pavilion Permit 2024

Harriet Island Wigington Pavilion Permit 2025

*Applications are only valid for private events. For public or large events please visit the Harriet Island Large/Public Event tab for an event proposal form and information on the rental process.  Rental rates are listed in the permit applications above.  Rental rates, service fees, and insurance limits are subject to increase without notice depending on event details.

Harriet Island Additional Set Up Permit

2024 Harriet Island Wigington Pavilion Additional Set Up Rental Permit

4) Submit a Rental Application

In order to reserve the Clarence W. Wigington Pavilion we require the completed permit application and deposit. After the First Business Day lotteries, reservations are made on a first-come first-serve basis. Reservations must be processed at least 14 days prior to the proposed permit date. Send completed application to harrietisland@ci.stpaul.mn.us

5) Read Additional Information

Information about floor plans, catering, alcohol licensing, ceremony rehearsals, decorating, quantities and sizes of tables and chairs, final meetings and pavilion dimensions can be found in the documents below.

Frequently Asked Questions                                                                                             

Sample Layout Maps

Please visit our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/harrietisland to view pictures of our spaces and past events. 

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Last Edited: March 18, 2024