With more than 137 city parks, St. Petersburg offers ideal outdoor venues for family picnics, special events and gatherings. Some uses of city parks require a permit. Recent changes to the City Code have reduced the lead time for applying for a park permit from 30 to 15 business days prior to the event. Park permits are free; however, a fee is necessary for the use of shelters with electricity and for maintenance services. Some events require insurance which is determined by the city's Risk Management Office.
Walter Fuller Park Shelter
The St. Petersburg Parks Department is pleased that you have decided to host your event in a city park. Our parks are for the benefit and pleasure of the public and every person may enjoy the privileges of city parks subject to compliance with the provisions of all applicable laws, ordinances, policies and rules.
Prior to completion of the application, please call the Parks Department at (727) 893-7335, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. to check park availability. A park reservation will only be made upon receipt of a completed application.
The Application must be received in the Parks Department at least 15 business days prior to your event, but no more than six (6) months prior.
A $25 non-refundable processing fee is required upon receipt of a Park Permit Application which will be applied toward your total service cost.
Full payment must be received seven (7) business days prior to the event to avoid a $10.00 service fee.
Shelters may be reserved from 8 a.m. - Noon, 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. or all day at a cost of $15.00 per hour. Additional hours (up to park closing) can be permitted at a cost of $15.00 per hour.
Have your application notarized (Notary service is available in the Parks Department Administration Office.)
Return the original application by mail or in person to the St. Petersburg Parks Department.
St. Petersburg Parks Department 1400 19th Street N.
St. Petersburg, FL 33713.
Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Phone: (727) 893-7335
Parks Department
Mission - To preserve, protect, maintain and enhance the city's parks and outdoor recreational facilities.
Parks Administration Office 1400 19th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
Phone: 727-893-7335
Fax: 727-892-5103
Athletics Operations Office 1400 19th Street North
St. Petersburg, FL 33713
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