Lawn Rentals & Special Use Permits
Host a beautiful outdoor event and get permits for other park activities.
Presidio Lawns for Outdoor Event Venues
You bring the party, and we’ll provide the view! The Presidio is home to outdoor venues like beautiful lawns with Golden Gate Views. It also offers permits for many other park activities.
The Presidio is home to San Francisco’s best outdoor event venues and outdoor party venues. It offers five large lawns for rent that can host 50 to 6,000 people with stunning views and plenty of room to play. With a dedicated team and customizable layouts, celebrating your special occasion just became that much more extraordinary.
One lawn – the Presidio Tunnel Tops East Meadow – can be rented for small events up to 40 people.
Inquire about Presidio Lawns at outdoorevents@presidiotrust.gov or (415) 561-4200.
Email: outdoorevents@presidiotrust.gov
Phone: (415) 561-4200
PRESIDIO LAWNS
Presidio Tunnel Tops Western Lawn Venue
up to 200 people
Graham Street Lawn Venue
up to 200 people
Presidio Tunnel Tops East Meadow Venue
up to 500 people
Civil War Parade Lawn
up to 3,000 people
Main Parade Lawn Venue
up to 6,000 people
Special Use Permits
Special Use Permits are required for film shoots, camping, races and runs, drones use, commercial dog walking, and more. The Presidio Trust issues them for activities in the Presidio’s interior lands. The National Park Service issues them for activities in the Presidio's coastal areas.
Camping Permits
Secure a permit for group camping at the Presidio’s Rob Hill.
Filming Permits
Learn how to secure a permit to film in the Presidio of San Francisco.
Playing Fields Permits
The Presidio has three athletic fields that are available for public use.
Races & Runs Permits
Learn more about how to secure a permit for organized races and runs in the Presidio.
Drone Permits
Learn about the regulations governing the use of drones and unmanned aircraft in the Presidio.
Commercial Dog Walking Permits
Learn how to acquire a valid dog walking permit issued by the National Park Service.
First Amendment Permits
The Presidio Trust respects and protects the peaceful exercise of First Amendment rights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fill out and submit the Outdoor Event Application, and our team will respond to your request with next steps.
Please review the rules for special use permits in the Presidio. If you have questions, contact us at outdoorevents@presidiotrust.gov.
Please review the 2025 special use permit fee schedule.
We have created sustainability requirements for outdoor events in the Presidio. They are in alignment with the requirements established by the City of San Francisco.
The Presidio special events schedule describes the dates and expected impacts for 2024 Special Events (runs, races, programs, festivals, etc.), that will occur in the Presidio. If you have any questions, please contact the Special Events Office at (415) 561-5447 or (415) 561-4200.
We were so happy we chose to have our wedding "Welcome Picnic" at the Presidio. Our guests were wowed by the gorgeous views. It was a true San Francisco experience for our out-of-town visitors. I highly recommend The Presidio to anyone looking for an outdoor event venue in SF!”