Arts Center Plaza

plaza

Location: Central Park (in front of The Arts Center)

 

The Arts Center Plaza is landscaped with pavers and surrounded by beautiful mature trees and comfortable benches.  Located in Central Park, this plaza puts you close to downtown, in an atmosphere rich with Corvallis art and culture, and very close to the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library. The Arts Center Plaza is available to rent year-round.

About the Arts Center Plaza in Central Park

 

Capacity: 200 on the plaza itself
Location: near the southern border of the Park, on Madison Ave. between 7th Street & 8th Street
The Art Center Plaza Features:
  • Great view of beautiful Central Park, which features large open grass areas, flower beds,
  • Centrally-located near downtown Corvallis
  • Playground with swings, a slide, and a climbing structure nearby
  • Renter-provided tables and chairs allowed (cannot block access to the walking paths or lawns)
  • Decorative automatic lights that come on at dusk
  • Very limited parking available on side streets
  • Option to privately rent portable restrooms (siting must be approved by Parks staff) or to use the public restrooms at the Library (during their open hours only)
  • Option to allow alcohol service & consumption, the selling of products and services, and/or amplified sound (permits required)
Rental Times & Rates

The Arts Center Plaza is rented in 1-hour time blocks. Your reservation time must include time to set up and tear down your event. Your time block choices are from 8 am to 10 pm. Rates are:

  • Mondays - Thursdays: $30 per 1-hour block ($25 per 1-hour block for IRS-certified tax-exempt organizations)
  • Fridays - Sundays and Holidays: $38 per 1-hour block ($32 per 1-hour block for IRS-certified tax-exempt organizations)

All fees are subject to change without notice. Additional fees/requirements may apply, especially for activities or events outside of a standard group gathering. Our staff can help you determine if these fees apply to your event.

Optional Special Use Permits

  • Alcohol (alcohol service and consumption allowed until 10 pm with permit): $12 [permit must be requested at least 30 days prior to the event, and can only be issued to someone age 21 and over (ID required)]. You will be given a copy of the City's codes regarding alcohol in public places and must agree to abide by them.
  • Concessions (required for events involving an admission fee or the sale of products/services): $120
  • Sound (amplified): $5. You will be given a copy of the City's codes regarding amplified sound in public places and must agree to abide by them.
  • Site plan review by Parks Division staff (if needed): $50 minimum

View Rental Terms and Conditions

 

Ready to make your reservation? 
Call the Parks & Recreation Avery Office at (541) 766-6918.

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