Reservation fees are due at the time your event is placed on the Parks and Recreation Department calendar. Reservations are to be made and fees paid in full before continuing to complete any additional permits as outlined below. Payment may be made by cash, check, money order, Visa or MasterCard. Make checks payable to City of Medford.
General Park Use -$50/3hr
Most park use is a family or group expecting under 50 attendees wanting to schedule a get together at a park site. You may phone or visit the Parks and Recreation Department to schedule with a Visa or MasterCard/Check/Cash. Please review the General Park Rules prior to scheduling a park to avoid misunderstandings. You may also contact the department and outline your event in as much detail as possible to help determine if your anticipated use is a general one or a special event. Insurance is required if a reservation wants to have a jump house or other inflatable recreation item at the site.
Special Events - Fee depends on planned use
Events include groups expecting over 50 persons, walk/runs, those wanting to consider alcohol, amplifying sound or a public invited event. To help you have a successful event contact the department's special event staff person. They are here to help you find the right location, configure fees and guide you thru the permit and insurance processes. The Bear Creek Amphitheater and Pear Blossom Park Stage are prime examples of special event preferred locations.Items to consider when looking for the right facility for your event include the following. You must reserve and pay all park fees prior to submitting permits.