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Reserve Space

Durham Central Park is a Great Event Space!

Rent the Pavilion or the Leaf for events large and small

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, outdoor gathering size is limited to 100 people maximum and events are permitted as set forth by the City’s Safer-at-Home Order. For questions about renting the space at Durham Central Park for an event, please contact Erin Kauffman at [email protected] for more details.

Pavilion Rentals

The Pavilion is a versatile 9000 sq. ft. covered space centrally located in Durham Central Park. This space has been used for weddings, concerts, fundraisers, family reunions, the farmers’ market, fitness classes, and more. Pavilion rentals can include access to the bathrooms, water, electricity, and storage depending on the event’s needs. Read more about rental rates and requirements for renting the Pavilion for your event*

Fill out the form at the bottom of this page and we’ll be in touch soon!

*Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, outdoor gathering sizes are limited to 100 people. We are unable to host larger events until local and state ordinances allow for larger gatherings. 

The Leaf

Built in 2011, the Leaf provides an intimate gathering space on the east side of the park, adjacent to Mount Merrill and the Great Lawn. It is the perfect space for a small wedding ceremony, birthday party, or family gatherings. The Leaf can accommodate gatherings of a maximum of 50 people. 

The Leaf is available to rent for $15/hour with a 3 hour minimum and a $50 (refundable) security deposit.  Rentals of the Leaf do not include access to the bathrooms in the Pavilion. The Leaf is not a covered space. Alcohol is allowed with the proper permits.

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About the Park

Durham Central Park is an exciting downtown destination that offers a venue for cultural activities and is part of a 24-hour, authentic, walkable neighborhood for arts, recreation, and locally-owned businesses.

Durham Central Park, Inc. is a nonprofit organization that manages and maintains the five acre green space in Durham at 501 Foster Street. DCP’s sole mission is to create and sustain a unique urban park to engage the Durham community.

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Fun Things to Do at DCP This Weekend

April 8, 2021

Fun Things to Do at Durham Central Park This Weekend Saturday, April 10, 1-9 p.m. Downtown Durham Inc. is closing the Durham Central Park section of Foster Street to cars and opening it to pedestrian traffic with outdoor seating and buskers. It’s … Continued

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