Book An Event

Book An Event

Hoyt Arboretum offers a tranquil setting close to downtown Portland for special events and gatherings. Four facilities are available for rent at the Arboretum. A covered picnic shelter, a secluded meadow, a peaceful deck and an indoor classroom provide unique options for weddings, family picnics, retreats or other events.

Stevens Pavilion Picnic Shelter

Surrounded by Douglas firs, the covered picnic shelter is within walking distance of the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center where restrooms and a bus stop are located.

Wedding Meadow

This rustic, wooded glen is located 1/3 mile from the Visitor Center and main roads and offers the feel of wilderness without the 75-mile drive.

Redwood Deck

Nestled amongst redwoods and sequoias, this natural wood deck offers a serene getaway for intimate gatherings.

Bill deWeese Classroom

Located in the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center this pleasant room is ideal for meetings, retreats and small events. Large windows look out upon colorful plantings and distant evergreens.

Other Rentals

Portland Parks and Recreation has other facilities available for rent at parks throughout the city.   For more information contact:

Portland Parks Reservation Center
1120 SW Fifth Ave.
Portland, OR
Phone:  (503) 823-2525

Hours: 8:30 am – 4 pm, Monday through Friday

Book an Event

Hoyt Arboretum offers a tranquil setting close to downtown Portland with four facilities available for rent. A covered picnic shelter, a secluded meadow, a peaceful deck and an indoor classroom provide unique options for weddings, family picnics, retreats or other events. Rental proceeds support Hoyt Arboretum’s collection and programs.

Reservations are available through the Portland Parks & Recreation Customer Service Center. Make your reservation:

  • In person at 111 SW Columbia St., Suite 660, Portland, OR 97201
  • By phone at 503.823.2525
  • Online at portlandparks.org.

General permitting for weddings opens on Tuesday, January 2, 2018 at 8:00 AM and requests are accepted online, by phone, as well as in-person.

Permitting for picnics opens on Monday, February 12, 2018 at 8:00 AM, including phone-in, walk-in, and online reservations.

Stevens Pavilion Picnic Shelter

Surrounded by Douglas firs, the covered picnic shelter is within walking distance of the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center where restrooms and a bus stop are located.

Wedding Meadow

This rustic, wooded glen is located 1/3-mile from the Visitor Center and main roads and offers the feel of wilderness without leaving the city.

Redwood Deck

Nestled amongst redwoods and sequoias, this natural wood deck offers a serene getaway for intimate gatherings.

Bill deWeese Classroom

Located in the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center this pleasant room is ideal for meetings, retreats and small events. Large windows look out upon colorful plantings and distant evergreens.

For more information or to make a reservation, please contact:

Portland Parks & Recreation Customer Service
111 SW Columbia St, Suite 660
Portland, OR 97201
Phone: 503.823.2525
Hours: 8am – 5pm, Monday through Friday

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