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Presidio Lawns

Presidio lawns are a beautiful backdrop for picnics, festivals, weddings, and other gatherings.

The Presidio offers five beautiful lawns on the Main Post and Presidio Tunnel Tops that can host 150 to 6,000 people.

Main Parade Lawn: The 185,000 square foot Main Parade Lawn can host up to 6,000 people and is ideal for corporate gatherings, events, celebrations, and picnics. 

Civil War Parade Lawn: The 60,000 square foot Civil War Parade Lawn can host up to 3,000 people and is ideal for corporate gatherings and events, school events, celebrations, and picnics. 

Graham Street Lawn: The 21,000 square foot Graham Street Lawn can host up to 250 people and is ideal for small events and gatherings, birthday parties, private parties, and school events. 

Presidio Tunnel Tops East Meadow: The largest Presidio Tunnel Tops reservable event space, East Meadow is surrounded by tall grass and gardens and offers stunning views. It can accommodate up to 500 guests and is adjacent to the Presidio Steps, Cliff Walk, and Picnic Place. 

Presidio Tunnel Tops Western Lawn: Located at the northern edge of the Main Parade Lawn next to Presidio Plaza, the Western Lawn is an intimate gathering space surrounded by beautiful floral landscapes. It can accommodate up to 200 guests and is adjacent to the Campfire Circle, Main Parade Lawn, and the Lodge at the Presidio.

Capacity
  • 150-6,000
Suitable Venue For
  • Wedding 
  • Party 
  • Social Events and Celebration 
  • Picnic 
Featured Amenities

Contact us for the details of each lawn at outdoorevents@presidiotrust.gov or (415) 561-4200. 

See the Presidio Lawns

rowd gathers on the Main Parade. Photo by Charity Vargas.
Main Parade Lawn. Photo by Charity Vargas.
Presidio Tunnel Tops lawns. Photo by Plus M Productions.
Presidio Tunnel Tops lawns. Photo by Plus M Productions.
Civil War Parade Lawn. Photo by Rachel Styer.
Civil War Parade Lawn. Photo by Rachel Styer.
Crowd gathers for an event on the East Meadow. Photo by Rachel Styer.
East Meadow at Presidio Tunnel Tops. Photo by Rachel Styer.
Small crowd gathers on the Western Lawn.
Western Lawn at Presidio Tunnel Tops. Photo by Rachel Styer.
Graham Street Lawn, with the Montgomery Street Barracks in the background.
Graham Street Lawn

Outdoor Events That Require a Park Use Permit

Park Use Permits are generally required for organized events or activities, as well as commercial enterprises that meet any of the criteria below. 

  • Gatherings with more than 50 attendees
  • Events that require partial or exclusive use of an area
  • Any commercial activity where a product would be sold or served
  • Hiring vendors including entertainers, musicians, etc.
  • Private and public events that are advertised
  • Events with a participation fee
  • Training runs or walks of 30 or more people
  • Events with catering and/or food trucks/carts and/or alcohol sales/beverage service
  • Events with tenting, staging, generators, live music, or amplified music
  • Events with any rental equipment or furniture
  • Events with reserved parking, valet service, or shuttle service 
  • Ongoing or recurring commercial classes or programs 
  • Events that go beyond the scope of “normal” park use

Contact Us About Presidio Lawns

To inquire about renting a Presidio lawn, please contact us at outdoorevents@presidiotrust.gov or (415) 561-4200.

Main Parade Lawn and Montgomery Street barracks

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Overhead image of Presidio Inn.

Presidio Restaurants

The Presidio is home to many restaurants, several of which offer private event space.

Table at an event with florals and linens.

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