Staffing
Event organizers are required to providing all necessary staff or volunteers for executing public events. The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is not responsible for event execution.
Event Equipment or Tenting
Staging, tenting, tables, chairs, or additional event equipment must be approved by Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy. All event equipment, furniture, signage, decorations, or additional items are required to be brought in and removed the day of your rental.
All tents must be weighted. There is no staking permitted in any of the Pittsburgh parks.
Large Installations
All large or heavy installations must be approved by the Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy and the City of Pittsburgh prior to event. Not all areas in the parks are weight-bearing and restrictions for grass areas may apply.
Access to Power
Limited access to power can be provided for all locations. It is strongly encouraged to provide a generator or additional power sources for large festivals or concerts.
Restrooms
Each location offers onsite, ADA accessible restrooms. For events with attendance over 500 persons, portable toilets are required. It is the sole responsibility of the event organizer to arrange for services such as hand-washing stations, or portable toilets.
Security
Security is required for any event that expects over 200 participants. The hiring of security or off-duty police officers is the responsibility of the event organizer.
The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy is not liable for any damage to or loss of any articles or property left at rental locations prior to, during, or after the event. Renters and organizers shall be responsible for any damage done to PPC rental locations by renters, its guests, contractors, agents, or representatives or other persons under the Renter’s control or direction. A PPC staff member must be present throughout the Event. PPC is not responsible for security. All security costs are the responsibility of Renter. Renter agrees that PPC staff or their agents may enter and exit the rental location during the course of the Event.