All permittees must comply with state and local Executive Orders , and Park District rules including the use of face masks and social distancing as recommended by the CDC and DCEO . Restrictions on permitted number of guests contingent on current Resurgence Mitigation requirements .
Park Permits & Rentals
Groups of 12 or more wishing to use a park must obtain a park permit prior to their visit . Permits are available April - October ( residents may begin applying March 1 ) and are valid from dawn to dusk . Park District staff and City police patrol check for valid permit holders . For a list of parks and amenities , see page 7 . Permit Fees ( dawn-dusk ): 12-50 individuals | $ 50 / 75 51-99 individuals I $ 60 / 100 100 + individuals I $ 85 / 140
Additional $ 50 damage deposit is required . Corporate and not-for-profit fees vary . Parking restrictions / limits , park district programs / events , and type of use are taken into consideration for permit approvals .
Park Pavilion Rentals
Looking for a covered space for your park event ? Danny Cunniff Park and Sunset Woods Park feature covered open-air pavilions that are available for rental in addition to your paid park permit . Rentals are available April - October ( residents may begin applying March 1 ) and are valid from dawn to dusk . Danny Cunniff Park | 2700 Trail Way North Pavilion ( up to 50 guests ) The open-air pavilion is near many of the park amenities including disk golf course and fishing pond . The Pavilion is not available weekdays while summer camps are in session . Fee : additional $ 85 / day ( dawn to dusk ) Sunset Woods Park | 1801 Sunset Road Please note : portions of the Sunset Woods playgrounds are due for replacement in 2021 and will be closed during the late summer through fall . North Pavilion ( up to 50 guests ) Offers a covered picnic area , wood deck with arbor , an outdoor grill , and restrooms all in a tranquil setting . The kitchen is not currently available for use nor is it available during Camp season . Fee : additional $ 85 / day ( dawn to dusk ) Kitchen use : additional $ 150 / day ( dawn to dusk )
Large Pavilion ( up to 200 guests ) Located in the central section of Sunset Woods Park and is the largest open-air pavilion in the district . Situated near four playground areas , with four grills and restrooms nearby . Great for a large group . Fee : additional : Full : $ 160 / day or Half : $ 85 / day ( dawn to dusk )
Small Pavilion ( up to 100 guests ) Situated near four play areas , skate park , basketball court , two ball fields , and restrooms . Fee : additional $ 85 / day ( dawn to dusk )
PARKS
Attention : The park ’ s iconic Rocket Ship playground and Titanic Tides tot lot located on the western edge of the park are scheduled for renovation Late Summer / Fall 2021 .
Park Permit & Pavilion Rental Application Process : Restrictions on permitted number of guests dependent on current DCEO Phase guidelines . Applications for park permits and park pavilion rentals must be started by emailing registrations @ pdhp . org , at least 10 days prior to the desired date . A staff member will contact you to assist you through the permitting process .
Go to pdhp . org for park rental options .
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