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Picnic Reservations

Welcome Back Picnickers!

San José is home to nine sprawling regional parks and over 200 neighborhood parks, many with reservable picnic areas for small or large group gatherings.

Located in some of the valley’s most picturesque surroundings, their natural environments are a perfect background for any special occasion. Given the large number of choices available, park staff can help you navigate our park system and find the best location for your event.

PICNIC RESERVATIONS >

View the locations below and contact PicnicReservations@sanjoseca.gov for assistance.

Activities That Require Additional Permitting

An event involving any of the following is considered a special event, and requires the submission of a SPECIAL EVENT APPLICATION.
  • Advertising that the event is open to the public
  • Amplified sound (more than a battery-operated low wattage speaker)
  • Needing to confirm date/time/location more than 6 months in advance
  • Selling of food, alcohol or merchandise
  • Selling of tickets to the event
  • Special set ups of stages, tents, barricades fences or other items

View and Book available Picnic Sites

Bramhall Park features unlighted softball fields, soccer field (only by permit), two basketball courts and six unlighted tennis courts.

Britton picnic site is a shaded area including one large barbecue and 8 tables.

PICNIC RESERVATIONS >

Hours

  • 8 am to one half hour after sunset.

Acreage: 18

Reservable: Yes

Fees

Resident

  • Fri-Sun: $200.00
  • Mon-Thur: $135.00
  • Holidays: $300.00

Non-Resident

  • Fri-Sun: $240.00
  • Mon-Thur: $165.00
  • Holidays: $355.00

Amenities

  • Capacity: 80
  • # of Tables: 8
  • Prep Table: 1
  • Shade: Tree
  • BBQ: Yes
  • Water: None
  • Horseshoe Pit: No
  • Volleyball: Yes
  • Playground : Yes
  • Restroom: Yes
  • Air Jumper: No
  • Amplified Sound: N/A
  • Electrical Power: N/A
  • Council District: 6
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