Park Rentals

For park rentals with 50 people or more, please visit the Community Event Permits page.

For rentals with 49 people or less, Emeryville features several parks that are available for private rental. These parks are perfect for your next family barbecue, children's birthday party, corporate picnic, wedding reception, or gathering of any type.

Parks with Rentable Picnic Sites

Park Permit Requirements - Step by Step Guide

Park rentals require a permit issued by the City of Emeryville Community Services Department. Please complete the requirements listed below at least two weeks prior to the date of your event. Picnic sites can be reserved through our instant booking service or the application process.

Instant Booking (Encouraged for Fastest Service): 

1. Visit City of Emeryville, powered by Rec to create or login to your account
2. Click on the Facility Rentals tab and choose your desired picnic site
3. Select your guest count, date, and time, and click Continue
4. Enter your event details and the reservation to your cart
5. Checkout and pay to complete your request
6. Status of your request will be communicated within 7 business days of receipt, and an application fee will be charged. 

Application Process (Optional): 

Prefer to apply? 

1. Download and complete the Park Rental Application
2. Submit your application via email to rentals@emeryville.org or drop it off in-person at the Emeryville Center for Community Life, located at 4727 San Pablo Avenue, Emeryville, CA 94608 - Building B - Gate A1 
   1. Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (closed 12:00 PM -1:00 PM for lunch)
3. Please visit: City of Emeryville, powered by Rec to create an account
4. Status of your request will be communicated within 7 business days of receipt

Mandatory Permit Requirements

Compliance with Emeryville Green Ordinances: Recycling / Eco Food-Ware Flyer(PDF, 2MB)

(PDF, 2MB)Optional Permit Requirements

Depending on your event details, you may be asked to complete these requirements in order to receive your permit.

• Events with jumpers/bounce houses at Doyle Hollis Park:
  • Permission to have a jumper/bounce house on City property must be approved by the Community Services Department and the applicant must communicate the bounce house company’s name to the Community Services Department.
• Events selling alcohol may only be served in a public park if being sold by a non-profit organization and that has:
  • Submitted a valid "Daily License (Special One-Day Event Permit)" from the Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) of California. To complete the application (ABC 221), you'll need permission from the Emeryville Police Department as the "landowner" signee. Contact the Police Department at 510-596-3700.
  • Paid Public Alcohol Consumption Fees
  • Permission from the Emeryville Police Department (via a written request to serve alcohol) is required. See the Sample Alcohol Request(PDF, 93KB) for the recommended formatting of the written request letter.
  • Events using certain tents or canopies may be required to apply for a Tent and Canopy Permit from the Alameda County Fire Marshal. Download the Tent and Other Membrane Structures Informational Bulletin(DOC, 203KB) here. Contact the Fire Prevention Inspector if you have specific questions at 510-596-3759.

For a list of specific rental guidelines and facility details please visit the following links.

• Doyle Hollis Park Site Map(PDF, 52KB)
• Park Amenities Matrix(PDF, 180KB)
• Emeryville Resident Addresses(PDF, 88KB)
• Rental Fees(PDF, 141KB)
• City Holidays(PDF, 162KB)
• Park Rental Guide & Application(PDF, 377KB)