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Park shelter rentals in Baltimore, MD

7 public shelters and rooms you can reserve for birthdays, reunions and cookouts.

Baltimore, Maryland
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7 spaces

Rental rules in Baltimore

  • Booking: Submit the General Park Use Permit application to the BCRP Permits Office at least 30 days before the event; $35 nonrefundable application fee plus an area fee that varies by park; park use limited to 8 hours per event, parks open sunrise to sunset
  • Electricity water: Only the Riverside Pavilion and the Ben Cardin/Winan's Meadow Pavilion provide electricity; no other pavilions or park spaces have electricity (per BCRP Permit FAQ)
  • Minimum hours: None
  • Nonresident surcharge: None
  • Overtime: None

Prices checked 2026-10-07.

Common questions

How much does it cost to rent a park shelter in Baltimore, MD?
Resident rates in Baltimore start at Free. 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 Baltimore?
Pick a shelter from the list above and use its booking button to check open dates on the official City of Baltimore site, where all reservations are made.
How many guests can park shelters in Baltimore hold?
Capacities vary by shelter in Baltimore — each listing shows how many guests it holds.

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