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As the COVID-19 virus remains in our community, it is important to understand that information and guidelines around gatherings and special requirements may change at any time and can impact permits. Customers will be notified as soon as possible with any changes that impact their permit.

Permit holders must agree to and follow the COVID-19 special requirements as a condition of the permit.

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Event Facility Information

What is available for reservation for 2021?

Requests for City Park Pavilion and Washington Park Boathouse are currently being accepted – ONLINE ONLY
Current max capacities are:
- City Park Pavilion: 26
- Washington Park Boathouse: 16
Due to COVID-19 capacity restrictions, Central Park Pavilion, Chief Hosa Lodge, Fleming Mansion and Montclair Civic Building remain closed until further notice

All reservation requests are accepted online. Requests are NOT accepted by email at any time and no paper application is available to complete. Read and download online reservation instructions
A $210 nonrefundable deposit to secure your reservation will be due at the time of application. This deposit is applied towards your total permit fee
Once your reservation request has been reviewed, you will be contacted within three (3) business days by the Events Coordinator with a confirmation or rejection

You must be 18 or older to reserve an Event Facility
Only one permit per day is allowed
City Park Pavilion may be reserved
April 15 – October 15 from 2:00pm – 11:00pm, 7 days a week
Washington Park Boathouse may be reserved
April 15 – October 15
Monday – Saturday: 7:00am – 11:00pm
Sunday: 2:00pm – 11:00pm
Cheesman Park Pavilion is a Special Occasion site, not an Event Facility. Find information on a Special Occasion park permits.

Six event facilities are available to rent:

Central Park Pavilion (closed until further notice)

Chief Hosa Lodge (closed until further notice)

City Park Pavilion (open Apr. 15 - Oct. 15)

Fleming Mansion (closed until further notice)

Montclair Civic Center (closed until further notice)

Washington Park Boathouse (open Apr. 15 - Oct. 15)

Event Facility Reservation Instructions and Requirements

Online Event Facility Reservations

Applications ARE NOT accepted by email at any time and NO paper application is available to complete. All reservation requests are accepted online or in-person only and must be submitted at least 30 days in advance.

View instructions on how to complete your reservation request
Start your online reservation request in the DPR Online Service Center
Nonrefundable $210 down payment DUE at time of booking
Within 2 business days of submitting a request, you will receive an email regarding the status of your request

Permit Requirements

The following requirements must be met no later than 21 calendar days prior to event:

All fees paid in full
View online payment instructions (PDF)
Proof of insurance coverage
- View permit insurance requirements(PDF)
- View Certificate of Insurance example (PDF)
- Tenant User Liability Insurance (TULIP) (PDF)
Permit holder must complete a walk-through with an Event Facilitator (instructions below)
Alcohol
Alcohol Policy
Alcohol Sale/Service Permit Requirements
If selling alcohol: Liquor Liability is required + a special event liquor permit must be acquired from the Denver Dept. of Excise and Licenses

When all requirements are met by the deadline (21 calendar days prior to event date) approved permits will be sent via email no later than 14 business days prior to event date.

Online Tour & Walk-through Reservations

Schedule a Tour:

Free, guided one (1) hour tours are available for parties who wish to see the interior of an event facility and ask additional questions before submitting a reservation application. Registered tour attendees are invited to bring one guest. View instructions on how to schedule a tour.

Schedule a Walk-through (for permit holders only):
A one (1) hour walk-through with a DPR Event Facilitator is required to obtain your approved Event Facility Permit. The walk-through will cover day-of event logistics. Permit holders are strongly encouraged to bring any vendors, family or friends who will play a role in your event. Permit holders are limited to one walkthrough. View instructions on how to schedule a walk-through.

Visit the DPR Online Service Center

Tour and walk-through schedules are updated on the 25th of each month.
Walk-throughs do NOT need to be scheduled earlier than 60 days prior to your event date.