Large Pavilions
Large Pavilions
Centennial, Bristol, Hessel, and Douglass pavilions are available for private parties or reunions. Reservation requires:
- a signed agreement
- rental fee (see below)
Take a look at our weekly schedule to see which spaces have been reserved. Find the information below to request a space for your own event.
Reservations must be made a minimum of 14 days in advance prior to the date requested for the reservation. Upon reservation, a signed agreement and rental fee are required. Failure to sign a rental agreement and rental fee at the time of reservation results in cancellation of the rental, and the pavilion reverts to a first come, first serve basis for the time in question. Non-residents may reserve a pavilion at the non-resident fee. Request rental below.
If you are an organization looking to request a rental, please email Sean Hurst at sean.hurst@champaignparks.org. Do not fill out the form linked below.
| Park | Block Hours | Price | Amenities |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Pavilion | 10a-3p or 4-9p | $124/ $186 per block | Parking, Grills, Drinking Fountains, Sholem Aquatic Center (Opens Memorial Day), Picnic Tables, Playground |
| Douglass Pavilion | 9a-2p or 3-8p | $93/$139.50 per block | Basketball Court (not lighted), Drinking Fountains, Grills, Picnic Tables, Playgrounds, Splash Pad (Memorial day through Labor Day), Restrooms |
| Bristol Park Pavilion | 9a-2p or 3-8p | $93/$139.50 per block | Paths/Sidewalk, Playground |
| West Side Park Gazebo | 10a-3p or 4-9p | $93/$139.50 per block | Paths/Sidewalk, Playground |
| Hessel Pavilion | 9a-2p or 3-8p | $124/ $186 per block | Drinking Fountain, Grills, Parking, Playground, Restrooms, Splash Pad (Memorial Day through Labor Day), Picnic Tables |
Small Shelters
Small Shelters
There are many smaller shelters throughout the district available for rental which hold 15-20 people. Reservation requires:
- a signed agreement
- resident rental fee of $13 per hour – 2 hour rental minimum
- non-resident rental fee of $19.50 per hour – 2 hour rental minimum
Reservations must be made a minimum of 10 days in advance prior to the date requested for the reservation. A signed agreement and rental fee are due upon reservation. Failure to sign a rental agreement and pay the rental fee at the time of reservation results in cancellation of the rental, and the shelter reverts to a first come, first serve basis for the time in question. Non-residents may reserve a shelter at the non-resident fee.
Parks with rentable shelters include:
- Hessel Park
- Mattis Park
- Millage Park
- Morrisey Park
- Mulikin Park
- Porter Park
- Powell Park
- Scott Park
- Spalding Park
- Sunset Ridge Park
- Toalson Park
- Turnberry Ridge Park
- Zahnd Park
If you are an organization looking to request a rental, please email Sean Hurst at sean.hurst@champaignparks.org. Do not fill out the form linked below.
Kaufman Lake
Kaufman Lake
Kaufman Lake offers outdoor fun for individuals and families. Picnic tables are located around the lake, and a variety of activities are scheduled throughout the year. For your safety, ice skating, ice fishing, and swimming are prohibited on Kaufman Lake.
Kaufman Lake Fire Ring
Reservations must be made a minimum of 10 days in advance prior to the date requested for the reservation. A signed agreement and rental fee are due upon reservation. Reservations are accepted beginning in January and lasting through October of each calendar year.
Park Use Permits
Park Use Permits
Groups of 25 or more wishing to utilize a park should complete an application for a park use permit. Park use permits require additional fees and insurance coverage may be required for any type of use.
Hosting, and/or inviting other to participate in food giveaway(s) and other items constitutes a Park Permit requiring a Health Permit, additional fees, and insurance to the district.
NOTE: Applications must be submitted at least 3 WEEKS PRIOR to the event.
Questions? Please email sean.hurst@champaignparks.org.
For any questions regarding rentals, please contact Sean Hurst at sean.hurst@champaignparks.org or 217-819-3901
