Central Park

Free Wi-Fi Available
Address
275 South Raymond Avenue,
Pasadena, CA 91105
Map & Directions

Phone
(626) 744-7500

Park Hours
Mo - Su 6:00 am - 10:00 pm

Park Layout Map
Download Map (PDF)

Map


Submit a Reservation Request

Overview

Central Park is located at 275 South Raymond Avenue. Hours of operation are from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm. The size of the park is 9.2 acres. This near downtown facility includes picnic tables; rose garden; children’s playground area; benches; restrooms and drinking fountains. In addition, there are two lawn bowling greens and a clubhouse under the auspices of the Pasadena Lawn Bowling & Croquet Club, an affiliate of the American Lawn Bowling Association.


Park Reservation Details

Thank you for your interest in reserving a Pasadena Park/Facility for your event. It’s recommended that you apply at least thirty (30) days before your event date. Please follow steps 1 through 3 to submit your reservation request.

1. View all information on the City Facility/Park you would like to reserve including:

  • Park Layout (video and pdf)
  • Reservation fees
  • Items allowed/Items not allowed
  • Permits required
  • Insurance required
  • Additional requirements and deadlines

2. Log in to your account
To submit a Reservation Request, you must have a Customer Login Name and Password. Visit www.cityofpasadena.net/reserve to request an account.

3. Submit your reservation request with all requirements
You will receive an automatic confirmation after you complete your request. To receive your facility permit timely please provide the park reservations staff with all requirements by the deadline provided.



Reservable AreaIndividual / PrivateCommercialNon-Profit
Grass Area South

Resident

$61.00 per hour$124.00 per hour$61.00 per hour

Non-Resident

$124.00 per hour$187.00 per hour$94.00 per hour

 

Reservable AreaIndividual / PrivateCommercialNon-Profit
Midway East

Resident

$61.00 per hour$124.00 per hour$61.00 per hour

Non-Resident

$124.00 per hour$187.00 per hour$94.00 per hour

 

Reservable AreaIndividual / PrivateCommercialNon-Profit
Midway West

Resident

$61.00 per hour$124.00 per hour$61.00 per hour

Non-Resident

$124.00 per hour$187.00 per hour$94.00 per hour

 

Reservable AreaIndividual / PrivateCommercialNon-Profit
North Area

Resident

$61.00 per hour$124.00 per hour$61.00 per hour

Non-Resident

$124.00 per hour$187.00 per hour$94.00 per hour

 

Reservable AreaIndividual / PrivateCommercialNon-Profit
North East Area

Resident

$61.00 per hour$124.00 per hour$61.00 per hour

Non-Resident

$124.00 per hour$187.00 per hour$94.00 per hour

 

Reservable AreaIndividual / PrivateCommercialNon-Profit
Picnic Area South

Resident

$60.00 (0-4 Hours)$60.00 (0-4 Hours)$60.00 (0-4 Hours)
$45.00 (4+ Hours)$45.00 (4+ Hours)$45.00 (4+ Hours)

Non-Resident

$122.00 (0-4 Hours)$122.00 (0-4 Hours)$122.00 (0-4 Hours)
$45.00 (4+ Hours)$45.00 (4+ Hours)$45.00 (4+ Hours)

 

Reservable AreaIndividual / PrivateCommercialNon-Profit
South East Area

Resident

$61.00 per hour$124.00 per hour$61.00 per hour

Non-Resident

$124.00 per hour$187.00 per hour$94.00 per hour


Reservable AreaItems AllowedItems Not Allowed
Central East Midway
  • Alcohol
  • Charcol and Gas Grill
  • Petting zoos, pony rides, live animals
  • Tents/Canopies
  • Recorded and live amplified music
  • Catering
  • Generator
  • Entertainers
  • Bounce House
  • Other vendors (case by case basis)
  • Sports
  • Water Activities
  • Electric or motorized vehicles
  • String or tape ties
  • Event Signage may not be nailed or stapled on trees, signs, buildings or other City Property
Reservable AreaItems AllowedItems Not Allowed
Central NE
  • Alcohol
  • Charcol and Gas Grill
  • Petting zoos, pony rides, live animals
  • Tents/Canopies
  • Recorded and live amplified music
  • Catering
  • Generator
  • Entertainers
  • Other vendors (case by case basis)
  • Sports
  • Water Activities
  • Electric or motorized vehicles
  • String or tape ties
  • Event Signage may not be nailed or stapled on trees, signs, buildings or other City Property
Reservable AreaItems AllowedItems Not Allowed
Central North
  • Alcohol
  • Charcol and Gas Grill
  • Petting zoos, pony rides, live animals
  • Tents/Canopies
  • Recorded and live amplified music
  • Catering
  • Generator
  • Entertainers
  • Other vendors (case by case basis)
  • Sports
  • Water Activities
  • Electric or motorized vehicles
  • String or tape ties
  • Event Signage may not be nailed or stapled on trees, signs, buildings or other City Property
Reservable AreaItems AllowedItems Not Allowed
Central SE
  • Alcohol
  • Charcol and Gas Grill
  • Petting zoos, pony rides, live animals
  • Tents/Canopies
  • Recorded and live amplified music
  • Catering
  • Generator
  • Entertainers
  • Other vendors (case by case basis)
  • Sports
  • Water Activities
  • Electric or motorized vehicles
  • String or tape ties
  • Event Signage may not be nailed or stapled on trees, signs, buildings or other City Property
Reservable AreaItems AllowedItems Not Allowed
Central South Grass
  • Alcohol
  • Charcol and Gas Grill
  • Petting zoos, pony rides, live animals
  • Tents/Canopies
  • Recorded and live amplified music
  • Catering
  • Generator
  • Entertainers
  • Other vendors (case by case basis)
  • Sports
  • Water Activities
  • Electric or motorized vehicles
  • String or tape ties
  • Event Signage may not be nailed or stapled on trees, signs, buildings or other City Property
Reservable AreaItems AllowedItems Not Allowed
Central South Large Picnic Area
  • Alcohol
  • Charcol and Gas Grill
  • Petting zoos, pony rides, live animals
  • Tents/Canopies
  • Recorded and live amplified music
  • Catering
  • Generator
  • Entertainers
  • Other vendors (case by case basis)
  • Sports
  • Water Activities
  • Electric or motorized vehicles
  • String or tape ties
  • Event Signage may not be nailed or stapled on trees, signs, buildings or other City Property
Reservable AreaItems AllowedItems Not Allowed
Central West Midway
  • Alcohol
  • Charcol and Gas Grill
  • Petting zoos, pony rides, live animals
  • Tents/Canopies
  • Recorded and live amplified music
  • Catering
  • Generator
  • Entertainers
  • Bounce House
  • Other vendors (case by case basis)
  • Sports
  • Water Activities
  • Electric or motorized vehicles
  • String or tape ties
  • Event Signage may not be nailed or stapled on trees, signs, buildings or other City Property


Payments:

  • All balances must be paid 30 calendar days prior to the event date
  • Online payments are accepted
  • Telephone Payments are accepted with credit card and I.D. information
  • Walk-in payments are accepted with checks (payable to the City of Pasadena) cash (exact amount)

Sound:

  • If you are having sound at your event you will need to complete the Amplified Sound Form
  • Provide a picture of the equipment to be used
  • You will be required to have a sound monitor presented to monitor the sound decibel

Alcohol:

Insurance:

Event insurance is required for:

  • Any heavy equipment (e.g. moon bounce)
  • Groups of 100 or more
  • Any group using sports fields
  • Serving alcohol
  • Petting zoos, pony rides or live animals (other than domestic pets)
  • An event that is catered or using other vendors
  • Insurance Samples

To purchase insurance, please visit https://securetulipinsurance.com/Pasadena.

Polystyrene Food Packaging:

  • Affective August 22, 2016 the City ban the use of polystyrene food packing within Pasadena: Polystyrene Food Packaging Ordinance (PMC 8.67).
  • City sponsored and permitted events must stop using polystyrene food packaging/ foam type (code PS or #6).
  • Alternative options available include; aluminum, coated and uncoated paper products, plastics 1 – 5.

Security Deposit:

  • The Event Security Deposit is refundable if there’s no damage to the facility.
  • Deposit refunds will be processed within 4 business days after the event date.
  • A check is mailed to you through U.S. Mail 3-4 weeks after your event.

Cancellation:

  • Cancellation request must be received in writing no less than 10 business days before the event date to receive a refund minus the deposit amount.
  • Customer will forfeit all fees paid if less than 10 business days.
  • Cancellation refunds will generally be processed within 4 business days after written cancel-lation is received.


Amenities