Many of our most popular parks feature one or more pavilions with barbeque pits, picnic tables and public washroom access. Host your next company picnic, birthday party, graduation party or celebration in one of our parks. View park locations and amenities through the Interactive Parks Map.
pavilion rental information
Pavilion rentals for 2024 will be available online for Downers Grove Park District Residents beginning March 4, 2024 at 9am. Non-residents may reserve pavilions beginning April 1 at 9am. Pavilions are available to reserve from May 1 to October 15 only.
Please be sure to create your account or make sure you can access your existing account by noon on the Friday prior to the initial day of registration for your residency status to assist you in a smoother experience.
We verify residency for all pavilions reserved with a Downers Grove address. You may be contacted to provide further proof of residency. Proof of residency required will be a driver's license and 2 current utility bills. Proof of residency must be received within 48 hours of notification or the reservation will be cancelled and $25 cancellation fee will be assessed.
*2024 registration dates may be subject to change.
Pavilion RuleS & rEGULATIONS
- Alcohol is prohibited at all parks.
- Pavilion usage requires a permit, regardless of the groups size.
- Tobacco use, smoking and vaping shall be prohibited at Fishel Park During events and at playgrounds.
- Unmanned aircraft systems (drones and model aircraft) may not be operated on, over or across the District Property.
- Portable charcoal grills are permitted: however, coals must be disposed properly by either removing them from the park or placing them in a fireproof container. Hot coals are not to be dumped anywhere in the parks, including the base of trees.
- All vehicles and trailers must remain in designated parking areas unless preapproved by the Park District. Parking on the grass is prohibited.
- Rentals will be required to meet all guidelines in place on the date of the rental.
- Only (1) one rental per pavilion, per day
- Only (1) one rental, per household, per date
- Full rental fees and $100 deposit must be paid at time of reservation.
- The individual reserving the pavilion assumes full responsibility for the rental and is required to be present throughout the entire rental period. Any Inaccurate information provided may lead to the cancellation of the permit, resulting in the forfeiture of rental charges and/or deposit. Communication will exclusively be conducted with the pavilion reservation contact.
Refund Policy
A refund request must be submitted to the District no later than 5 calendar days prior to the reservation date to receive a refund of deposit fees & rental fees less a $25 cancellation fee. Refund requests received in less than 5 calendar days will result in forfeiture of deposit fees and receive a refund of rental fees less a $25 cancellation fee.
Available park pavilions
Many of our most popular parks feature one or more pavilions with barbeque pits, picnic tables and public washroom access. Host your next company picnic, birthday party, graduation party or celebration on one of our parks.
Parking Information
Parking availability at our parks can occasionally pose a challenge, particularly during peak times when activities and events are taking place. While we strive to accommodate all park visitors, we cannot provide specific details regarding scheduled activities and events.
Hours 9AM - DUSK
For groups up to 40 people - Parking availability may be challenging during peak times when activities and events are taking place
- Electric for small appliances like coffee pots, radios, etc.
- Permanent bathrooms
- 3 BBQ grills
- 2 Parking lots with 61 spaces, plus 2 handicap spaces
- 8 Picnic tables
- Playground
- Basketball court
- 1 Large baseball diamond
- Drinking fountain
Hours 9AM - DUSK
For groups up to 100 people
- Electric for small appliances like coffee pots, radios, etc.
- Permanent bathrooms
- 7 BBQ grills
- 2 Parking lots with 50 spaces, plus 4 handicap spaces
- 20 Picnic Tables
- Playground (West side)
- Drinking fountain (West side)
Hours 9AM - DUSK
For groups up to 120 people - Parking availability may be challenging during peak times when activities and events are taking place
- Electric for small appliances like coffee pots, radios, etc.
- Permanent bathrooms behind concession stand (North side)
- 5 BBQ grills
- 2 Parking lots with 214 spaces, plus 12 handicap spaces
- 24 Picnic tables
- 1.2 Mile jogging/walking trail
- Playground
- Mini golf course (for a fee) and concession stand
- Sprayground (for a fee)
- 6 Horseshoe courts
- 2 Sand volleyball courts
- Basketball courts
- 3 Large and 1 small baseball diamonds
Hours 9AM - DUSK
For groups up to 25 people
- NO ELECTRIC
- Portable bathrooms (1 on East side, 1 on West side)
- 5 BBQ grills
- 2 Parking lots with 83 spaces, plus 4 handicap spaces
- 5 Picnic tables
- Playground (West side)
- Drinking fountain (East side)
Hours 9AM - DUSK
For groups up to 120 people - Parking availability may be challenging during peak times when activities and events are taking place
- Electric for small appliances like coffee pots, radios, etc.
- Permanent bathrooms behind concession stand (North side)
- 5 BBQ grills
- 2 Parking lots with 214 spaces, plus 12 handicap spaces
- 24 Picnic tables
- 1.2 Mile jogging/walking trail
- Playground
- Mini golf course (for a fee) and concession stand
- Sprayground (for a fee)
- 6 Horseshoe courts
- 2 Sand volleyball courts
- Basketball courts
- 3 Large and 1 small baseball diamonds