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Group Picnic Rentals

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Reservations are available for Group Picnic Sites at select LARPD parks seasonally between March and October.

All other picnic areas are non-reservation, first-come/first-served, for groups under 15 people.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE PICNIC RENTAL AVAILABILITY CALENDAR

The Picnic Rental Calendar is for viewing availability only; you cannot book your rental through this calendar.  You must complete the application below to reserve your picnic rental reservation.

PICNIC RENTAL PROCESS
  1. DISCOVER our group picnic site locations.
    • To view a complete list of picnic rental parks, including amenities and location details, CLICK HERE.
       
  2. CONFIRM availability.
  3. SUBMIT 
    • Fill out the online application listed below (accepted year-round).
       
    • The Picnic Rentals team will respond within two (2) business days (M- F) to confirm your reservation.
       
    • Once approved, you'll receive payment instructions via email from the Picnic Rentals team.

Group Picnic Site Rental Application

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Applicant Information

Rental Information

STOP! PLEASE CONFIRM AVAILABILITY!

Please use the Picnic Rental Availability Calendar to confirm availability for both the date and location you are requesting. The Picnic Calendar (located at the top of this page) lists availability for all picnic sites. Please note, applications are processed in the order they are received and, while the calendar is kept current, requests are not confirmed until a confirmation email is sent from our office.

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Application Documents

LARPD's Rental Rules and Regulations, Agreement and Release of Liability.pdf

 

Group Picnic Site Locations

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LocationDescription Capacity
[Big Trees Park](https://www.larpd.org/big-trees-park)Covered picnic space, 4 picnic tables, BBQ, and the immediate surrounding area40
[Cayetano Park](https://www.larpd.org/cayetano-park)Covered picnic space, 8 picnic tables, two BBQs, and the immediate surrounding area60
[Independence Park Lower](https://www.larpd.org/independence-park)5 picnic tables, BBQ, and the immediate surrounding area60
[Independence Park Upper](https://www.larpd.org/independence-park)4 picnic tables, BBQ, and the immediate surrounding area40
[Lester J. Knott](https://www.larpd.org/lester-j-knott-park)Shaded arbor, 4 picnic tables, BBQ, and the immediate surrounding area40
[May Nissen Park - Main Site 1](https://www.larpd.org/may-nissen-park)12 picnic tables, 2 covered BBQs, and the immediate surrounding area, great for large groups100+
[May Nissen Park - Tennis Site 2](https://www.larpd.org/may-nissen-park)6 picnic tables, BBQ, the horseshoe pit, and immediate surrounding area60
[May Nissen Park - Library  Site 3](https://www.larpd.org/may-nissen-park)Covered picnic space, 4 picnic tables, and immediate surrounding area30 
[Pleasure Island Park](https://www.larpd.org/pleasure-island-park)4 picnic tables, 2 small BBQs, and the immediate surrounding area40
[Robert Livermore Park](https://www.larpd.org/robert-livermore-park)10 picnic tables, BBQ, and immediate surrounding area100+
[Robertson Park Pole Barn](https://www.larpd.org/robertson-pole-barn)Covered pavilion with power and water, fire pit, great for large groups.100+

Rules and Requirements

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 Please review the LARPD Picnic Rental Rules and Regulations document below.

LARPD's Rental Rules and Regulations.pdf

The following is NOT ALLOWED at LARPD parks and picnic areas 

  • Pinatas, confetti, water balloons
  • Personal or commercial Inflatables
  • Personal barbeques, campfires, bonfires, generators
  • Glass containers, including bottles
  • Driving or parking a personal vehicle on walkways or service roads
  • Staking anything into the ground
  • Carnival games, dunk tanks, unauthorized vendors
  • Use of tobacco or tobacco-like products of any kind
  • Use of Alcohol of any kind without a permit
  •  Animal rides, pony rides, and petting zoos  (Possible exception: Robertson Park Pole Barn Rental)

The following is ALLOWED at LARPD parks and picnic areas

  • Standard Shade canopies (10' x 10' or 12' x 12') - use sandbags to secure
  • Folding tables and chairs
  • Coolers
  • Lawn Games
  • Standard size balloons
  • Tablecloths

Insurance Requirements

Liability insurance is required for any reservation where alcohol will be present and/or for groups of 41 or more. 

  • Only beer and wine are allowed. (Hard alcohol is prohibited.)
     
  • The liability insurance fee is $200.  This fee is based on the market rate and is subject to change.
     
  • Insurance policies must be purchased through LARPD.  Personal policies are not allowed.

Deposits

All picnic reservations require a $100 security deposit. 

  • Before leaving the picnic area, all food, debris, litter, trash, decorations, etc., must be properly disposed of. 
     
  • Security deposits will be refunded using the original form of payment. 
     
  • Refunds will be initiated within two weeks of the completion of your rental.  Deposits will be forfeited for noncompliance with rental rules.

 Cancellation Policy

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Cancellation Policy

In the event of inclement weather, we will work with you to find an alternate date for your event.

Refunds will not be offered due to inclement weather, including poor air quality.

Rental Fees

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Picnic Reservation Fees

Group SizeDistrict Residents Daily Rental FeeNon-Residents Daily Rental Fee
40 or less$75$100
41 - 100$150$175
101 - 200$200$225

Additional Fees

Fee
Refundable Deposit$100
Last Minute Request Fee$50
Liability Insurance (required for groups of 40 or more and/or functions permitted for alcohol)$200
Robert Livermore Park Sports Fields with Picnic Rental (Insurance required)$25 per hour/per field
Robert Livermore Park Baseball Fields with Picnic Rental (Insurance required)$25 per hour/per field
Robert Livermore Park Volleyball Court with Picnic Rental (Insurance required)$15 per hour/per field
Portable RestroomsLARPD may require additional restrooms for large groups, fees vary