Walnut Barn

Walnut Barn

Location: Martin Luther King, Jr. Park (4905 NW Walnut Blvd.)

The Walnut Barn is a converted barn sitting atop a small hill that gives great views of the Park's meadows. Horseshoe courts and volleyball standards are nearby, and a children's play area is within sight  Dogs are allowed off-leash in some sections of the Park, but not near the Barn. The Walnut Barn is available April 1 through October 31 each year.

 

Capacity: 120 under the roof
Walnut Barn Features:
  • Two large barbecues
  • Furnished with a combination of movable picnic tables and fixed, built-in benches/picnic tables
  • Play equipment nearby
  • Electricity
  • Access to nearby handicap-accessible restrooms
  • Automatic indoor/outdoor lights that come on at dusk
  • Space for 12 cars near the barn (parking along the driveway is prohibited)
  • Space for 50 additional cars in the park on a first-come, first-served basis
Rental Times & Rates

The Walnut Barn 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 8 am to 10 pm. Rates are:

  • Mondays - Thursdays: $25 per 1-hour block ($21 per 4-hour block for IRS-certified tax-exempt organizations)
  • Fridays - Sundays and Holidays: $31 per 1-hour block (27$ 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 may be consumed with the purchase of a $12 Alcohol Permit and proof of $1 million in General Liability Insurance.  Read about Alcohol Permit.
  • Sound (amplified): Amplified sound (instruments, Bluetooth speakers, etc.) is not allowed at this facility.

  Additional Options to Enhance Your Rental

  • Softball, Horseshoes, Croquet & Volleyball Equipment: Equipment sets for playing softball, horseshoes, croquet, and volleyball are available for rent from the Avery Office for $10 per set, per day. A $25 credit card deposit is required (fully refunded upon return of the equipment).

View Rental Terms and Conditions

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

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