Park Information

We do! We offer a discount for non-profit organizations and week day/business hour reservations.

For weddings and other events that cannot have alternate dates, SPRD can recommend several area companies for large tent rentals.

Some, but not all, areas of the park may be closed to host a private event. It is important that certain park features remain open to public use, such as play structures and restrooms.

Every event requires a Certificate of General Liability Insurance additionally covering the park in case of incident. We can help answer any questions about this process upon completing an application.

Marketing for events is up to the event organizers.

Cancellations made with at least 14 days notice will forfeit 30% of the park rental fee. Damage Depos-it will be refunded. Cancellations made within 13 days notice will forfeit all rental fees but will be eligible for a refund of the damage deposit.

Any equipment dropped off early or remaining after an event incurs an additional fee and must be pre-approved by the Parks and Recreation staff. Security for equipment left overnight is the responsibility of the event organizer. Events can take place outside of normal park operating hours, and additional fees to cover off-hour staffing are incurred.

We recommend that any public community event ensures additional security will be present. SPRD requires any event with alcohol and/or a projected attendance of 500+ to have either off-duty police officers or other hired security present.

Due to the proximity of child-centered spaces in the park, we require all musicians, comedians, and speakers to perform only clean sets. No screening of films are allowed by anyone other than the Salisbury Parks and Recreation Department. Decibel range must be compliant with both city ordinances and park policy, as measured by SPRD staff.

SPRD does have a flat fee for flexible photo/video shoots at the parks if any monetary exchange or benefit may be made with the use of images/footage. However, event rentals do not incur this additional fee for photography/videography for the duration of the event. Drones may only be operated by a licensed drone operator with the pre-approval from the SPRD director, and no drones may be flown around the Bell Tower or water wall. SPRD requests that administrative staff be made aware of on-site press and media companies covering events.

SPRD will do our best to assist you with all aspects of your park reservation, however, additional permitting may be required. ABC permits are required for the sale or giveaway of alcohol. Permits from the local fire department are required for tents larger than 200 sq. ft. Other permitting may be required depending on the scope of the event. SPRD must be given a copy of all permits prior to the start of the event.

To ensure the safety of staff and visitors, SPRD does have general park rules, as well as event policies and regulations, which are included in the Request for Park Use Application. General Park rules may also be found on our main page, www.salisburync.gov/government/parks-and-recreation.