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Park shelter rentals in Reading, PA

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

Reading, Pennsylvania
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7 spaces

Rental rules in Reading

  • Booking: Submit a facility rental application through the Reading Recreation Commission (see Park And Facilities page). Rental fee covers 6 hours; cash security deposit required. Pavilion rentals must end by sunset; field house rentals end by 10:00 p.m. Alcohol and smoking prohibited on all city-owned properties.
  • Electricity water: Electric included at Egelman's Large Pavilion; not published for other pavilions
  • Minimum hours: None
  • Nonresident surcharge: Nonresident rates published for each venue
  • Overtime: Extra hours over 6 at Schlegel Park Pavilion and Egelman's Large Pavilion: $10/hour

Prices checked 2026-10-07. City fees effective 2026-10-07.

Common questions

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

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