Picnics in Parks

Casual use: No permit required

Welcome to some of the most beautiful picnic areas in the world!! Space is available for your picnic on a first come basis if your group is less than 50 people and you are not at a designated picnic site. You may bring a BBQ, blankets, lawn chairs and a small table. You must obtain a permit if your group is larger than 50 people.
Frequently Asked Questions

Looking for more certainty? Permit required (fees information in upper right hand corner)

Bookings for our formal picnic sites begin on the first working day in January at 8:30am. All requests must be completed using our easy online reservation service. When you book, you will receive a permit which will match up with a reservation sign or a picnic shelter. Your group must be 150 people or less. If your group is larger, or your desired location is not listed, please fill out a special events application (2 months notice required). At Riverfront, Maple Grove or Memorial South Park your group must be less than 75.
Frequently Asked Questions

Before you book:

Bookable Time Frames

  Lunch              9am-4pm 
 Dinner             4-9:30pm 

• Read and understand the Terms and Conditions of Use
• View Reservable Sites
• Review Fees and Charges
• View Availability Schedule [instructions]

Email pbpicnic@vancouver.ca for more information.

Booking requests must be processed via the online registration system.

Picnic Locations Map

Regular office hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 8:30 am-5:00 pm. Office is not open on weekends or holidays.