Many couples or event planners have similar questions when it comes to requesting the use of any of LEONARDTOWN's outdoor venues for a private party or special event. Here are the most frequent questions we receive. If you have additional questions after reviewing the info below, please contact Aris Nazarova at aris.nazarova@leonardtownmd.gov.

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Q. How much is it to rent an outdoor space in Leonardtown?

A. Please see the Price Sheet.

 

Q: Can I reserve the park for any date I choose?
A: While we do our best to accommodate requests, availability is extremely limited due to the high demand for park events. Submitting a request does not guarantee your preferred date. To preserve public access, we intentionally limit bookings on select weekends so that residents and the community can continue to enjoy the park. We recommend contacting us as early as possible to check availability.

 

Q: If I reserve the park, will it be closed to the public during my event?
A: No, Leonardtown’s parks are public spaces and remain open to the community at all times—even during reserved events. While your reservation ensures use of the park for your setup (such as tents, tables, or activities), we do not block off or restrict access to the public. Most visitors are respectful and understanding when an event is taking place and generally avoid interfering with reserved areas.​

 

Q. What does the reservation include?

A. The reservation secures the use of the space for your event and it ensures that we won't rent the space for another event during your reserved time. The reservation also includes the use of the amenities (varies by location – parking, electricity, restrooms).  

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Q. Does the Town Provide equipment?

A. The town does not rent equipment. You would need to contact rental companies to rent equipment like tables, chairs, tents, etc. for your event. Please note that this is one factor in why the reservation fee for the town's venues are so low.

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Q. Can we reserve the venue for the full day for event setup?

A. Yes. We advise a minimum of one hour before your event and one hour after for setup and then cleanup (this is usually sufficient for smaller weddings), however, you're welcome to request the full day if you are having a larger wedding with an extensive setup. Additional fees occur for additional days, or reserving rain days. Please see Price Sheet.

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Q. Do we have to apply to the alcohol board to serve alcohol?

A. The Town's Event Application provides a place to apply to serve alcohol at your event. You don't need to apply to the alcohol board to serve alcohol at your event. You would only need to apply through the alcohol board if you will be selling alcohol at your event or if your event requires paid tickets. 

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