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Boerner Botanical Gardens Education & Visitor Center in early spring. View of the building from the Gardens

Rent A Venue

Choose From Over 125 Rental Spaces

Host a party, community meeting or special event in some of Milwaukee’s most unique venues.

Picnic Shelter Available to Rent

Picnic Sites & Shelters

May 15 through Oct. 15

Of the 152 picnic sites available in parks across Milwaukee County, more than 20 have picnic shelters. Shelters are available from May 1 to Oct. 15 and are ideal for gatherings of 50 to 400. Many of our shelters include electric outlets and restrooms, and are close to other park amenities including playgrounds, sports fields and trails.

Jacobus pavilion available to rent

Indoor Venues

Year-Round Pavilions & Seasonal Clubhouses

Park pavilions and community rooms provide rental space for indoor events. Most pavilions are available year-round and include a kitchenette to warm prepared food. Clubhouses and community rooms available seasonally do not include kitchenettes.

blatz temple of music bandshell

Outdoor Special Event Venues & Stages

From bandshells to beer gardens, a range of unique open-air venues are available to rent for special events, wedding ceremonies or concerts throughout the summer months.

 

Pelican Cove slides and water features

Pools & Athletic Fields

Pools may be rented for parties or athletic events. Pickleball and tennis courts, ball fields, disc golf courses, and many other sports facilities are available to rent for groups, leagues, and tournaments.

Preferred Catering Vendor List

Milwaukee County Parks does not endorse or guarantee the services of the vendors listed. This list is provided as a resource for renters.

Download the PDF List