Civic Center Park

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The largest of our parks, the Civic Center Park is centrally located and surrounded by some of Rockville's best places - Glenview Mansion, Croydon Creek, F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, formal gardens and a forest preserve.

For more information, contact 240-314-8660.

In order to rent the park picnic area, you must submit a request online. 

Requirements:

  • Park picnic permits available April 15 through September 30.
  • Park must be permitted at least 2 weeks in advance.
  • Non-alcohol and alcohol permits available.
  • Permits available from 9 a.m. until 7 p.m.

Permit Fees

All rentals require a $100 security deposit in additional to the rental fee. Public, charter or private schools received a discounted rate depending on status.  Review the park picnic rental information for pricing details. 


ResidentNon-Resident
Non-Alcohol$130 for 5 hours
$26 each additional hour.		$200 for 5 hours
$40 each additional hour.
Alcohol$230 for 5 hours
$46 each additional hour.		$300 for 5 hours
$60 each additional hour.

Application Process


Review Guidelines

Review the park picnic area information for renting a park picnic area in Rockville.


Submit Application

Complete the online inquiry to request a park picnic area.


Approval and Payment

Once the application is received, an approval or denial will be made within 48 hours. If the requested date is available a park picnic permit will be sent via email.  The permit must be signed and returned along with payment within 24 hours.