The Pavilion

• History
• Plan an Event
• Preferred Vendors
• Rental Information and Pricing

Located along the South Shore of Lake Michigan, the 241-acre Marquette Park is one of Northwest Indiana's most admired and historic regional parks. Marquette Park Pavilion's grand facilities and unparalleled natural setting, offer guests an exceptional experience.

Marquette Park Pavilion and Grounds

Event Space and Capacity	Event Location Area (SF)	Capacity
Ballroom	5,000	250
Dance Pavilion	5,800	350
Formal Lounge	1,000	100
Lower Terrace	4,850	250
North Garden	12,000	350+
Other Rental Areas
Event Space and Capacity	Event Location Area (SF)	Capacity
Picnic Pavilion & Grounds Area (north of Lagoon)	60,000	350 +

Marquette Park Pavilion Rental Rates

Please see rental rate pages for current rates and wedding packages. The following fees are assessed at the Marquette Park Pavilion: application fee, rental fee, maintenance and set-up, security services, and refundable security deposit.

Use of tables and chairs is complimentary with every rental (based on availability).

To Book
Temporary date reservations are not available. To reserve Marquette Park Pavilion please submit the following:

• Event Application for Marquette Park pavilion
• $35 Non-Refundable Application Fee
• Non-Refundable Reservation Down-Payment
• Refundable security deposit

Reservations are not secure until all requested fees and documents are received and a contract is executed.

Parking / Transportation
There is ample parking provided at the facility and on the park grounds. Parking is included in facility rentals. Valet service can be provided, for an additional fee, upon request.

Inventory
Use of tables and chairs is complimentary with every rental. Based on availability, current inventory includes event chairs and a variety of banquet, round, and high boy tables. Please contact the Marquette Park Pavilion Executive Manager for specific information.

Food and Beverage Service

• All lessees are required to use Marquette Park Pavilion's preferred caterer for ALL FOOD AND BEVERAGE (including alcohol). Other than wedding cakes, lessees are not allowed to supply any food or beverage.
• All deliveries, set-up, tear-down, and clean-up must be within reservation time.
• Cost to be determined by caterer.
• Contact Marquette Park Pavilion Executive Manager for more information.

Equipment Rental
All rental equipment shall be supplied by vendors listed on the Preferred Vendor list. A list of Preferred Vendors is available from the Marquette Park Pavilion Executive Manager.

Electricity
Generators may be rented by the lessee to meet electrical needs, if existing receptacles are not adequate.

Fees

• Application Fee
  $35 non-refundable application fee is due at the time application is submitted for approval.

• Non-Refundable Reservation Down Payment
  50% of the rental fee or $250, whichever is greater. The non-refundable reservation down payment fee will be applied towards your rental fee. It is non-refundable and non-transferable if the reservation is cancelled.

• Refundable Security Deposit
  All lessees are required to pay a refundable security deposit, payable by cashier's check, money order, or credit card, as indicated in the fee structure. The amount will be refunded 30 business days after the event as long as there is no damage to the property and all rules and regulations are followed.
  
  Violations in which part or the entire security deposit will be withheld include: entering / exiting outside of the reservation time, deliveries / pick-ups outside of the reservation time, unauthorized vehicles on-site and / or on the grass.<>

• Security Services
  All lessees are required to have City of Gary Department of Public Parks security officer(s) on site during events. Cost indicated in fee structure.

• Maintenance and Set-Up
  Includes basic cleaning of rented areas and set-up of reserved tables and chairs. Cost indicated in fee structure.
  
  After initial non-refundable reservation down payment, remaining fees are due two (2) weeks prior to event.