North Bank Park Pavilion Rental Rules

Permit Holder and guests are subject to the regulations set forth in Chapter 919 of Columbus City code. Permit holder and guests are also subject to Recreation and Parks Administrative Rules, in addition to the following conditions:

  1. Your rental is for the time and specific location stated on your permit. Groups will not be permitted to enter the pavilion until the scheduled start time and must vacate the facility by the time the permit expires. If you need additional time for decorating, set up or deliveries, you must schedule and pay for this time prior to your rental.
  2. Unless an Alcohol Service Agreement is obtained from the Rental Services section prior to your event, alcoholic beverages are not permitted in the facility. Those who fail to comply with all alcohol policies will be removed from the premises by the Columbus Police without a refund.
  3. All vehicles must be in designated parking spaces. These parking spaces are at the metered spaces on Long St., adjacent to the facility (there are 29 spots, but two must be available for employee parking). The provided parking spaces are app based meters. These meters are marked as unavailable to the general public during all reservations at North Bank, allowing you and your group to park there free of charge. Once all parking meters are filled, remaining guests must park in the surrounding parking garages or lots which are on a first-come, first-served basis.
  4. The capacity of the facility is 100 indoors and 100 outdoors (on the covered brick plaza) for a total of 200 people during the months of April-October. During the months of November-March, the capacity is 100 and is indoor seating only, and no outdoor ceremonies during this period. If no tables are being utilized and it is seating only, 125 can be accommodated indoors.
  5. In regards to decorations: no confetti, piñatas, glitter or similar materials may be used for decorations or thrown in or around the facility. Smoke machines, fog machines, bubble machines and similar devices are not permitted in the facility. No staples, tacks or other damaging materials can be used in the facility. No tape can be used on the floor, walls or beams.
  6. Smoking is not permitted in any recreation and parks facility.
  7. No fireworks, sparklers, Japanese lanterns or similar items are permitted to be used inside OR outside of rental facilities.
  8. Music must be kept at a reasonable volume at all times. City code states that music should not disturb other guests in the park, facility or adjacent areas.
  9. Inflatable devices including bounce houses and/or similar devices are not permitted unless you make arrangements with the Rental Services section prior to your event. Dunk tanks are not permitted. Furthermore, the permit holder agrees to hold the city harmless for any injuries/damage related to their use, including but not limited to the items listed above.
  10. No animals are permitted in the facility with the exception of service animals (i.e. guide dog).
  11.  No money or tickets can be exchanged or collected on the premises. The facility is not to be used for moneymaking ventures. Games of chance, including raffles, are specifically prohibited by city code. The permit holder is solely responsible for ensuring their compliance with Ohio Revised Code 2915, regarding gambling.
  12. The rental permit is granted on condition that if the facility is needed for Recreation and Parks Department emergency usage, grantee agrees to forgo use of facility with a full refund.
  13. The permit holder agrees that they will not discriminate against any participants because of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, disability or veteran status.
  14. Permit holder must be 21 years or older and will be held responsible for the groups’ conduct and usage of the facility. It is the permit holder’s responsibility to supervise all guests, including children and minors. Permit holder cannot sublet the facility/rental under any circumstances. Any groups who abuse the facility or violate rules and regulations will be asked to leave and charges for damages will be assessed. Any abuse of Columbus Recreation and Parks Department staff is grounds for permit/rental forfeiture. If any group or individual is asked to leave the premises, they must do so promptly and forgo any refund.
  15. The permit holder hereby agrees that the use of such Recreation and Parks Department facilities and equipment shall be upon conditions listed above and at the exclusive risk of applicant and his/her guests and agents. The permit holder further agrees to indemnify and save harmless the City of Columbus from any and all claims, suits, loss, damage or injury to persons or property of any kind or nature whatsoever occurring to the permit holder and his/her guests and agents as a result of the use of, or activities engaged in, the facilities, or use of equipment. Permit holder hereby agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the City of Columbus if permit holder violates the rules and regulations or the law.
  16. Columbus Recreation and Parks reserves the right to restrict any activity that is determined by the department to be detrimental to the facility, park or neighboring properties.

If you have any questions and/or concerns regarding any rule, regulation, and/or policy, you should contact the Rental Services section (614-645-3337) prior to your scheduled event. The Rental Services section is open from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and is located at 1111 E. Broad St., Columbus, OH 43205.

**These Rental Rules and Policies are Subject to Change Without Notice**

Updated: 1/24/2025

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