Facility Rental FAQs

How do I make a reservation? 

District Rental Applications

District Venues Rental Application: HERE

District Field and Court Rental Application: HERE

Recreation Center Rental Applications

Recreation Center Rental Application: HERE

Recreation Center Field and Court Rental Application : HERE

Questions?

Phone: 253-858-3400

Email: [email protected]

In person at the PenMet Parks District Headquarters

Reserve up to 12 months in advance; book at least 30 days before your event. Renter must be 21+ and present during the rental.

When is payment due? 

50% deposit at booking, total balance due 30 days before event.

Full payment required if booking within 30 days.

Damage deposit = additional 50% of the rental cost, refunded if no issues after reservation.

Payments: cash, check (no personal checks within 14 days), debit, or credit.

What is the cancellation policy? 

30+ days before: full refund

14–29 days before: 50% refund

Less than 14 days: no refund

Weather/emergencies: option to reschedule or full refund, case by case basis

What are the rental hours?

Hourly rentals with 30 min setup + 30 min cleanup included

Events must end by 9 PM; cleanup done by 10 PM

Overtime billed at 2x hourly rate

What are my responsibilities as renter?

Supervise guests and follow all laws/park rules

Setup and cleanup tables, chairs, decorations, kitchen areas

Remove all decorations, signs, and balloons

Staff handles basic trash, sweeping, and restrooms

Can I decorate?

Use painter’s tape, putty, or string only

No nails, staples, confetti, glitter, rice, birdseed, smoke/bubble machines

Candles allowed only if enclosed in glass

Can I serve alcohol?

Yes, Beer, wine, and champagne with permits (Banquet or Special Occasion License)

Must hire a licensed Class 12 Mixologist (21+) to serve hard liquor

Service ends 30 min before event ends

Other rules to know

Smoking is not allowed on PenMet Parks property

DJs/bands allowed; must stay under 60 dBA noise ordinance

Tents/canopies up to 10×10 (must be weighted, not staked)

Only service animals allowed indoors unless approved

Selling food, drinks, or merchandise requires a special permit + business license