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Rent a Park Building or Picnic Shelter
Available Uses
Park spaces are perfect for birthday parties, family reunions, graduations, neighborhood meetings, weddings and more.
Reservations
- Online reservations open at noon Feb. 1, 2024, for the 2024 season
- Online reservations for park buildings and picnic shelters are open for the 2023 season
- Rental season begins May 1
- The last day to rent a picnic shelter is Oct. 15, 2023
- The last day to rent a park building is Oct. 29, 2023
- Reservations cannot be taken by phone
- Reservations must be made a minimum of 7 days prior to the event
- No refunds will be given for cancellations requested less than five business days prior to the start of a reservation
If a food truck, cart or other mobile food unit is part of your reservation, a $30 additional fee will be added to your online reservation.
Please contact Health Department for food related permits and application forms by calling 952-826-0370.
If you answer yes to any of the following questions regarding your rental, please call us at 952-826-0394 or email [email protected] before reserving online to ensure the facility meets your event needs.
- Will your event have more than 150 people attend?
- Is your event open to the public to attend?
- Are you bringing in outside entertainment?
Anyone using outdoor amplified sound (e.g., a speaker system) must have a loudspeaker permit.
You cannot use the sound system before 7 a.m. or after 10 p.m.
Apply for a loudspeaker permit online. if you have further questions, please contact Edina Police Department at 952-826-0476.
At Your Event
- Bring a copy of your rental permit to your event to inform the public the location is being reserved.
- A copy of your permit is available online when you are logged into your account (under Transaction Browser)
Park Shelter Buildings
Shelter buildings are fully enclosed with heating/air conditioning, benches, tables and chairs.
Capacity: 58
Available: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 4-9 p.m. or 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $121 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Two 8' x 2.5' tables, 4-6 chairs and 5 hockey benches
- Interior restrooms
- Electrical outlets inside
- Heat and air conditioning
Capacity: 56 (building). Rental includes gazebo.
Available: 8 a.m.-2 p.m., 4-10 p.m. or 8 a.m.-10 p.m.
Cost: $280 half day/ $380 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Terrace Room and Gazebo only
- Lower level restrooms in Terrace Room, a single restroom near kitchen, and outside restrooms located by the greenhouse
- Six 5’ round tables, one 8’ x 30” long table and 46 chairs in Terrace Room
- Gas fireplace with screen for use above fireplace (projector not included)
- Standard-size refrigerator, sink and rolling cart in kitchen (cooking appliances or utensils not included)
- Heat and air conditioning
Capacity: 63
Available: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 4-9 p.m. or 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $121 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Two 8' x 2.5' tables, 4-6 chairs, 2 hockey benches and 4 wooden church pews
- Small office with sink
- Interior restrooms
- Electrical outlets inside
- Heat and air conditioning
Capacity: 49
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $121 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Two 8' x 2.5' tables, 4-6 chairs, 4 park benches and 8 wooden church pews
- Small office with sink
- Interior restrooms
- Electrical outlets inside
- Heat and air conditioning
- Grill near shelter
Capacity: 77
Available: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 4-9 p.m. or 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $121 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Two 8' x 2.5' tables, 4-6 chairs, 5 hockey benches and 4 benches with backs
- Small office with sink
- Interior restrooms
- Electrical outlets inside
- Heat and air conditioning
Capacity: 49
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $121 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Two 8' x 2.5' tables, 4-6 chairs and 6 park benches
- Small office with sink
- Interior restrooms
- Electrical outlets inside
- Heat and air conditioning
- Grill near shelter
Capacity: 49
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $121 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Two 8' x 2.5' tables, 4-6 chairs and 8 wooden church pews
- Small office with sink
- Interior restrooms
- Electrical outlets inside
- Heat and air conditioning
Capacity: 63
Available: 9 a.m.-2 p.m., 4-9 p.m. or 9 a.m.-9 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $121 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Two 8' x 2.5' tables, 4-6 chairs, 5 park benches and 8 wooden church pews
- Small office with sink
- Interior restrooms
- Electrical outlets inside
- Heat and air conditioning
Picnic Shelters
Outdoor picnic shelters include overhead protection with picnic tables. Some have a nearby grill; see amenities for each shelter for details.
West 57th Street and Chowen Avenue South
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $37 half day/ $53 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Covered picnic area
- 2 picnic tables
- Small office with sink
Note: There are no public restrooms at this park area.
4400 Parklawn Ave.
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $37 half day/ $53 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Covered picnic area
- 3 picnic tables
- Grill onsite
Note: There are no public restrooms at this park area.
4300 W. 66th St.
Available: 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 4-9 p.m. or 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
Cost: $84 half day/ $163 whole day
Note: Shelter rental does not include the pathway. To rent the Rosland Park Pathway ($275 all day), call 952-826-0367.
Amenities included in rental:
- 12 picnic tables (2 serving tables)
- 2 grills located under pavilion
- Electrical outlets (2 separate commercial outlets)
- Public restrooms nearby
5225 Sherwood Road
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $37 half day/ $53 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Covered picnic area
- 2 picnic tables
- Grill onsite
Note: There are no public restrooms at this park area.
4521 W. 50th St.
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $37 half day/ $53 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Covered picnic area
- 1 picnic table
- Public restrooms nearby
- Grill onsite
4500 W. 50th St.
Available: 8 a.m.-1 p.m., 3-8 p.m. or 8 a.m.-8 p.m.
Cost: $37 half day/ $53 whole day
Amenities included in rental:
- Covered picnic area
- 1 picnic table
- Public restrooms nearby
- Electrical outlet
Other Park Features
Use the Park Finder to see more about each park
Park Maintenance
All parks are maintained by the Park Maintenance Division. Learn how to report a problem.
Questions?
Please call 952-826-0367.