Park shelter rentals in Des Moines, IA
12 public shelters and rooms you can reserve for birthdays, reunions and cookouts, from $65.

12 spaces
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Union Park Margaret Swanson Shelter (West)
- 1 grill
- Electricity
- Restrooms
- Playground
Up to 50Callfor pricing
No spaces match these filters.
Rental rules in Des Moines
- Booking: Reserve online through the City's CivicRec system (Facility Rental tab) or visit 1551 E. MLK Jr. Parkway, 8am-5pm Mon-Fri; enclosed shelters rent in 10am-9pm sessions.
- Electricity water: Standard open-air shelters have no electricity; some (e.g. McHenry Park North) have an electric outlet. Enclosed shelters have outlets.
- Minimum hours: 2
- Nonresident surcharge: None
- Overtime: None
Common questions
- How much does it cost to rent a park shelter in Des Moines, IA?
- Resident rates in Des Moines start at $65. Most shelters rent by the hour or in time blocks, and non-residents usually pay a higher rate. Each listing above shows its full price table.
- How do I reserve a park shelter in Des Moines?
- Pick a shelter from the list above and use its booking button to check open dates on the official City of Des Moines site, where all reservations are made.
- How many guests can park shelters in Des Moines hold?
- Shelters in Des Moines hold up to 64 guests. Use the size filters above to narrow the list by group size.






