Parks & Facility Rentals

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From shaded picnic spots to ocean-view venues, Carlsbad’s parks and facilities are designed to bring people together. Whether you're celebrating with family, hosting a wedding, planning a community event, organizing a public gathering or coordinating something work-related, there's a space for every occasion.

Spaces for Events & Gatherings

Carlsbad offers a variety of scenic and flexible spaces for events of all sizes. To browse the full list of reservable spaces and check availability, visit CarlsbadConnect.

Meetings

City facilities offer flexible meeting spaces for trainings, workshops and community gatherings. Amenities vary by location and may include kitchens, full audio-visual setups and stages. View each facility’s page for specific details.

Alga Norte Community Park, capacity 66.
Calavera Hills Community Center, capacity 35-200.
Carlsbad Senior Center, capacity 20-150.
Harding Community Center, capacity 85-250.
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park, capacity up to 60.
Magee Park, Heritage Hall, capacity 50-75 & Granary, capacity 25.
Pine Avenue Community Center, capacity 40-225.
Stagecoach Community Center, capacity 85-200.

Picnic Areas & Open Space

Carlsbad offers a variety of reservable outdoor spaces for gatherings, celebrations and community events. Locations vary in size, amenities and scenic features.

Covered Picnic Areas	Uncovered Picnic Areas	Open Space
Alga Norte Community Park	Alga Norte Community Park	Alga Norte Community Park
Aviara Community Park	Hidden Canyon Community Park	Aviara Community Park
Calavera Hills Community Park	Laguna Riviera Park	Calavera Hills Community Park
Holiday Park	Magee Park	Cannon Park
La Costa Canyon Park	Poinsettia Community Park	Hidden Canyon Community Park
Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park		Holiday Park
Pine Avenue Community Park		Laguna Riviera Park
Stagecoach Community Park		Magee Park
		Pine Avenue Community Park
		Poinsettia Community Park
		Stagecoach Community Park

Pool Rentals

Weddings

City venues offer scenic and versatile settings for weddings and receptions, from historic sites to coastal parks. Availability, amenities and capacity vary by location.

Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park is a former movie star retreat transformed into a 27-acre historic park. It is enveloped by gorgeous landscaping, scenic trails and roaming peacocks.
Harding Community Center is located in the heart of historic Carlsbad, blocks away from quaint Carlsbad Village.
Magee Park boasts Pacific breezes, a beautiful rose garden, lush park open space, the L. John Simons Twin Inns Gazebo, and Craftsman-style buildings that harken to Carlsbad's early days.
Carlsbad Senior Center is the most versatile facility in the city. Adjacent to Pine Avenue Park, the facility offers a dining room with full-service kitchen, auditorium with stage and top-quality A/V system, and ample parking.

Historic Sites

Carlsbad’s historic venues offer distinctive backdrops for weddings, photo shoots and special gatherings. Each location blends architectural character with natural beauty.

Leo Carrillo Ranch Historic Park
Located near Palomar Airport Road and Melrose Drive, this former working rancho features historic structures, a stone barbecue, cabana and pool. Once home to a Hollywood movie star, the site hosts dozens of weddings each year.
Magee Park
Located near the beach in Carlsbad Village, Magee Park features three buildings, a historical rose garden and the L. John Simons Twin Inns Gazebo. The site offers a blend of coastal charm and historical character, making it ideal for intimate events.

Rental Policies & Procedures

Rental Guidelines
Rental guidelines, insurance requirements and policies related to cancellations and refunds are outlined in the Park & Facility Use Regulations Summary and Refund Policy. Please review before submitting a reservation request.

Rental Rates
View current pricing in the Master Fee Schedule.

Reservation Requests
Visit www.carlsbadca.gov/carlsbadconnect to create an account and submit a reservation request. For assistance, call 442-339-2510.

Inflatables & Jump Houses
Must be provided by a vendor with approved liability insurance. See the list of approved vendors.

Special Events
If you're planning a citywide event that requires street closures, Parks & Recreation’s special events permitting team can assist.