Park Rentals
CARD’s beautiful parks are available to rent for a wide range of events, from festivals and concerts to weddings, memorials, and more. Whether you're planning a large community gathering or an intimate outdoor celebration, our parks provide the perfect backdrop. With spacious open areas, scenic surroundings, and convenient amenities, we make it easy to bring your event to life under the Chico sky. Explore our park rental options and start planning today!
For more information or to request a tour, please contact rentals@chicorec.gov.
**Please note that we are not currently taking new applications for DeGarmo Park in 2025 due to the Beyond Golf Complex construction - please contact us for more information.
Check out our planning tools below!
FEE STRUCTURE
Please note, that the playgrounds are not rentable and will remain open to the public. For information about renting softball fields, please contact info@chicorec.gov.
Public Gatherings (free to the community, not-for-profit)
| Public Gatherings Fee Structure | 4 hours or less | 5-8 hours | 9+ hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeGarmo Park | Capacity | |||
| -Pavilion and Bowl | 400 | $400 | $600 | $960 |
| -Field 2, behind Jerry Hughes | 400 | $200 | $300 | $480 |
| -Fields 5-8 | 700 | $250 | $375 | $600 |
| Community Park | Capacity | |||
| -Heffren Park (North) | 400 | $350 | $525 | $840 |
| -Booth Field (South) | 250 | $250 | $375 | $600 |
| Sycamore Field | Capacity | |||
| -Recreation Area | 400 | $200 | $300 | $480 |
Park Rentals (requires admission to attend and generates profit)
| Park Rental Fee Structure | 4 hours or less | 5-8 hours | 9+ hours | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DeGarmo Park | Capacity | |||
| -Pavilion and Bowl | 400 | $800 | $1,200 | $1,920 |
| -Field 2, behind Jerry Hughes | 400 | $400 | $600 | $960 |
| -Fields 5-8 | 700 | $500 | $750 | $1,200 |
| Community Park | Capacity | |||
| -Heffren Park (North) | 400 | $700 | $1,050 | $1,680 |
| -Booth Field (South) | 250 | $500 | $750 | $1,200 |
| Sycamore Field | Capacity | |||
| -Recreation Area | 400 | $400 | $600 | $960 |
Additional Fees
| Fee Type | Fee |
|---|---|
| Refundable Deposit | $500 |
| Application Fee (non-refundable) | $100 |
Joint Use Agreements and Non-Profit Groups
- Rates will be reduced by 20% for groups whose usage and fees are defined by approved Joint Use Agreements and nonprofit organizations and clubs or associations, that promote youth, educational, civic, and similar activities benefiting the district or the public.
- All non-profit groups must provide a copy of IRS Form 501c (Certificate of Exempt Status) and copies of the group’s constitution and by-laws.
