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Rules for shelter rental:
The park areas & shelters may be reserved for small private events. Please note that all reservable park areas & shelters in the Village have a maximum capacity of 30 people.
- Alcoholic beverages are NOT permitted in any Village park.
- Inflatable bounce houses are not allowed on Village-owned property.
- If you reserve a shelter for a private event, please make sure to bag your trash and take it with you.
- Most shelters may be reserved for MAXIMUM of TWO HOURS. The online reservation system automatically inserts 30 minutes before/after your reservation to allow time for set-up and clean-up so consecutive rentals are not available.
- The Boathouse may be reserved for a MAXIMUM of FIVE HOURS. The online reservation system automatically inserts 30 minutes before/after your reservation to allow time for set-up and clean-up so consecutive rentals are not available.
- Shelters may only be reserved March 1st through October 14th. They may be used November through February but are not reservable during those months.
They may NOT be used for private events without a reservation.
- Village of Mariemont residents may reserve shelters for $25. Non-residents are required to pay a $100 fee in advance.
- To reserve a park area or shelter, please see below or click here.*
- Make sure to include your name, your address, a contact phone number, and your email address. If you do not have a credit card or would like to pay by check you may call the Village office at 271-3246, option #3, to make a reservation.
- When your reservation request has been processed, you will be sent a confirmation receipt by email. Please print out this receipt and take it with you on the day of your event. You may be asked to show this confirmation to a police officer if there is any dispute over the use of the park/shelter. Be sure to check your spam/junk email box.
- If you reserve a park and/or shelter for a private event, please make sure to bag your trash and take it with you.
- If you are reserving the shelter in Dogwood Park and there is a Bell Tower concert in progress, please do not use the ball field. The noise at the ball field keeps concert-goers from being able to hear and enjoy the music. (Most concerts take place at 7 PM on Sunday evenings from Memorial Day through Labor Day and in the afternoon on holidays.)
*If you need to CANCEL a reservation please email the office or call 513-271-3246, option #3. Online transaction fees are not refundable.
Reservable Shelters:
The Clarence Erickson Shelter (at Dogwood Park)
Address: 3271 Pleasant Street
Description: Covered shelter adjacent to enclosed Tot Lot playground with play equipment, close to soccer and baseball fields; no grills.
Amenities:
- 5 picnic tables
- Electricity (must request permission for it to be turned on)
- Near Bell Tower restrooms (open May to October)
- Water fountain
- Walking trail
- Bird/wildlife sanctuary
Rental Time: Maximum of 2 hours
Rental Fee: $25 for residents, $100 for non-residents
Maximum Capacity: 30
Parking: Small parking lot, limited street parking
Rental Requirement: You must print your rental receipt and bring it with you as proof of your reservation.
The Boathouse
Address: Pleasant Street at Wooster Pike
Description: Covered and enclosed shelter, heating available (No AC), two restrooms, only accessible by steep steps. Not handicapped accessible.
Amenities:
- 2 picnic tables & 2 serving tables inside, 2 additional picnic tables outside
- Electricity
- Heating available
- Restrooms (two)
- Sink
- Large patio
- Fire Pit (requires permission from Fire Chief with approved application)
- Benches
Rental Time: Maximum of 5 hours, Minimum of 4 hours
*Rental Fee: $6.25/hour for residents, $25/hour for non-residents; $50 refundable deposit for all
Maximum Capacity: 35 (age 18 and under: 1 adult to every 5 children)
Parking: Small parking lot at Dogwood Park, limited street parking
Rental Requirement: You must print your rental receipt and bring it with you as proof of your reservation.
*In order to rent the Boathouse you must make arrangements with the Administration Office (513.271.3246, option #3), in addition to the online reservation, to drop off a $50 refundable deposit check and to pick up a key.
The Concourse
Please note: the Concourse is undergoing renovations in 2024.
Address: Miami Bluff Drive at Center Street
Description: Semi-circular limestone and wisteria-covered structure with excellent view of the Little Miami River Valley. Ideal for photographic opportunities. This area is not covered, does not have grills, tables, or access to restrooms.
Amenities:
- Several benches
- Electricity (must request permission for it to be turned on)
Rental Time: Maximum of 2 hours
Rental Fee: $25 for residents, $100 for non-residents
Maximum Capacity: 30
Parking: Limited street parking
Rental Requirement: You must print your rental receipt and bring it with you as proof of your reservation.
John Nolen Pavilion at Madisonville Site Park
Address: East end of Mariemont Ave, near the Mariemont Pool
Description: Stone, open-air covered shelter. Offers a view of the Little Miami River valley as it might have looked to its early inhabitants. No grills, no water fountain, no restrooms.
Amenities:
- 2 picnic tables
- Nearby walking trails in the South 80
- Adjacent to large open grassy area
Rental Time: Maximum of 2 hours
Rental Fee: $25 for residents, $100 for non-residents
Maximum Capacity: 30
Parking: Use the Mariemont pool parking lot
Rental Requirement: You must print your rental receipt and bring it with you as proof of your reservation.
Ann Buntin-Becker Park
Address: Lanes C & B, Between Beech and Oak Streets
Description: Large play area with playground equipment and open space. Does not have a covered area or access to restrooms.
Amenities:
- 3 picnic tables
- 2 charcoal grills
- Water fountain
Rental Time: Maximum of 2 hours
Rental Fee: $25 for residents, $100 for non-residents
Maximum Capacity: 30
Parking: Small parking lot, limited street parking
Rental Requirement: You must print your rental receipt and bring it with you as proof of your reservation.
South 80 Campsite
Address: South of 6000 Mariemont Ave
Description: Primitive camping area
Amenities:
- Fire Pit (requires permission with approved application)
- Walking & Fitness trail
- Bird/wildlife sanctuary
Rental Time: Maximum of three concurrent days/two nights
Rental Fee: $25 registration fee; must be 21 years of age and complete rental application
Maximum Capacity: 40 (ten 4-person tents)
Parking: 3 cars may park in provided parking near campsite, all others may use the pool’s parking lot
Rental Requirement: You must print your rental receipt and bring it with you as proof of your reservation.