Parks Rental Information
Historic Facility Rentals
Episcopalian Church
105 2nd Ave SE
This location is ideal for weddings or other small community productions. Climate-controlled building with a maximum seating of 120. Church is available for showings by calling the PRCE Office: 320-587-2975.
- Rental months: Year round
- Rental hours: 10:00 am – 8:00 pm
- Rental rate: $300 per day
- Pre-Event Day Rental: $150
The Depot Building/Farmers Market Pavilion
25 Adams St SE
This is the same location as Hutchinson’s Farmer’s market in the summer months. The rental space is heated in the winter months and has AC for the summer months. Includes 6 standard plastic tables and 30 chairs. It is ideal for smaller parties and meetings. The building is not available for rentals on Farmer’s Market dates.
- Rental rate: $150 per day
- Pre-Event day rental: $75
- Outdoor Pavilion: $75 daily fee
- Includes outdoor restrooms, power under the pavilion, and 4 picnic tables
2026 Park Shelter Rentals
- Shelter reservations will open Wednesday, January 7, 2026, at 9:00 am online and in the office.
- The Hutchinson Parks system has 15 shelters available for public rentals on a daily basis. They are designed for uses including family gatherings, parties, picnics, reunions, and weddings.
- All shelters have trash cans and picnic tables available. Several also have water, restrooms, and electrical services. Shelters are available at these parks: Elks, Depot, Fireman’s, Kiwanis, Legion, Masonic/West River, Northwoods, Oddfellows, Riverside, South Park (3), Veteran’s Memorial, VFW, Drift Riders and Rotary.
All rentals are daily between 9:00 am – 8:00 pm. Fees for daily rentals are as follows:
- Tier 3: $100: Elks Park, Kiwanis, Northwoods, Library Square, NorthPark, Northwoods, Rotary Park
- Tier 2: $75: Fireman’s Park, McLeod Veterans Memorial Park, Masonic West River Shelter, Oddfellows, Riverside & VFW Park
- Tier 1: $50: AFS, Girl Scout Park, Lions West, Shady Ridge Park, Women’s Club Park
Please contact the Recreation Center Office at 320-587-2975 for any further information.
Park Maps are also available at the Recreation Center.
Crow River Archery Range
- Located at Oddfellows Park on the west side of the playground/pond: 1212 Hwy 7 W
- Please contact Little Crow Archery for further information:
- www.littlecrowarcheryclub.com
- [email protected]
- Report misuse of range to Park Director: 320-234-4228.
Field Rentals
- Fee: $20.00 per 1.5 hours
- Maximum rental time: 3 hours per day
- There are 14) ball fields in the Hutchinson park system that are available for rental. These fields are also scheduled for league play starting in May, so please call ahead for availability at the Recreation Center office: 320-587-2975.
- Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Picnic Table Rentals
- For larger rental groups, the Parks Department will bring in extra tables for a fee of $25 per table, delivered. A minimum of four (4) tables are required for this service with a minimum three day notice. Please contact the Recreation Center Office at 320-587-2975 to request extra table rentals.
- No tables will be rented to the public for functions outside of the park system (i.e. private homes).
Winter Activities
Snow shoes
Available to try out with your family, friends or groups. They can be picked up from the PRCE office Monday-Friday from 9:00am—3:00pm. Please call ahead for reservations: 320-587-2975.
- Fee: $7/pair
* Includes 3 day rental. Adult & youth sizes available.
Sliding Hill
Private Rentals are available.
Kiwanis Park Sliding Hill opening end of December.
20 5th Ave. NW
Hit Hutch’s highest hill for sledding fun!
“Rocket Hill” has a warming house, outdoor lights, and a lot of snow to play on. A special area is designed for snowboards and aggressive sledding. The hill will close when excessive wind chills or poor snow conditions exist.
Warming Houses Open for Public & Private Rentals This Season.
Park Elementary Rink
33 Grove St SW
Kiwanis Park Sliding Hill
20 – 5th Ave NW
Park Elementary and Kiwanis Warming houses will be available for open public use this season. All locations will have outdoor seating for those to put skates on and/or rest. Please come dressed for the winter weather!
Warming House Hours: Weekdays 3:30-8:00pm / Non-school days & weekends 1:00-8:00pm
Private Rental Info:
Warming house locations are available for private rental. Please call the PRCE Office for further details: 320-587-2975
- Rental Rate is $100 for 2 hours
- A staff member will be at the rental to open/close the building, monitor lights, heat, etc.
Warming House Rules & Information
*Abusive language, horseplay, or fighting is not allowed. *All facilities are smoke & drug free. *Rules are posted at the site. Staff will enforce all rules. *Phone at Kiwanis is for emergencies and rides only. *Do not leave valuables in buildings.
