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Two lawns at Presidio Tunnel Tops with the Golden Gate Bridge in the background. Photo by Plus M.

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.

Image showing the location of five lawns available for rent in the Presidio.

 

INQUIRE ABOUT LAWNS

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 250 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.

Rules for Special Use Permits
Four people making smores at a fire pit at Rob Hill Campground in the Presidio of San Francisco.

Camping Permits

Secure a permit for group camping at the Presidio’s Rob Hill.

Camping
Family takes a photo with the Golden Gate Bridge at Torpedo Wharf.

Filming Permits

Learn how to secure a permit to film in the Presidio of San Francisco.

Filming
Young kids play baseball at Fort Scott Field.

Playing Fields Permits

The Presidio has three athletic fields that are available for public use.

Playing Fields
Giant Race at the Presidio’s Crissy Field.

Races & Runs Permits

Learn more about how to secure a permit for organized races and runs in the Presidio.

Races & Runs
Drone flying in sky

Drone Permits

Learn about the regulations governing the use of drones and unmanned aircraft in the Presidio.

Operating Drones
Small dog standing on blanket

Commercial Dog Walking Permits

Learn how to acquire a valid dog walking permit issued by the National Park Service.

Commercial Dog Walking
Red-brick barracks along Montgomery Street in the Presidio. Photo by Myleen Hollero.

First Amendment Permits

The Presidio Trust respects and protects the peaceful exercise of First Amendment rights.

First Amendment Permits
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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 2024 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.

A man and woman standing on a lawn at Presidio Tunnel Tops.

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!”

Kaila Crowley